Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential
Method of Delivery
Online, e-learning, or distance learning
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends, Other
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
The HI-7200: Mental Health Support Specialist program prepares students for a rewarding and in-demand career in mental health care. This program provides a solid foundation in mental health and mental health care, focusing on best practice skills to provide quality care to those served. This program prepares students to work in a variety of mental health care settings and focuses on strong interpersonal communication skills and conflict management to prepare students for multiple areas of mental health care.
This program prepares students to become Mental Health Technician – Certified (MHTC) by the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA). The fundamental core objectives of this program are to gain knowledge and skills in preparation for the AMCA credentialing exam, discuss conduct and expectations of the allied health professional in a mental health care environment, explain the role of the mental health support staff as members of the mental health team, distinguish intake, crisis care, inpatient care, and discharge duties, apply anatomy/physiology and medical terminology, recognize psychology and substance use terminology, apply psychology and substance use terminology where applicable to psychiatric team communication, demonstrate skills in observation, communication, interpersonal needs, and working well under stress, discuss workplace safety, infection control, handwashing, and use of personal protective equipment (PPE), maintain client confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA and HITECH privacy and security laws, and demonstrate understanding of Electronic Health Record functionality and documentation.
Upon successful completion of the program, students will be eligible to earn the Mental Health Technician-Certified (MHTC) certification from the American Medical Certification Association.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
14
Hours
224
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
14143 Farmington Road, Livonia, Michigan
Name of Credential
Mental Health Technician Certification (MHTC)
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
n/a
Refund Policy
https://medcerts.com/help/360002495053-Program-Cancellation-and-Refund-Policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
In-State Tuition
$2,500.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$2,500.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$2,500.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$2,500.00
