Behavioral Health Technician
The BHT training will include the 12 steps of recovery, knowledge of documenting, recognizing behavioral changes. With this certification, you will be taking a huge step towards your career in the addiction industry.
We believe everyone should have access to higher education, with the option to pay in full or break down payments.
$400.00
Payment in Full
2 x $200.00
Pay in 2 Installments
This is a 30-hour class that provides individuals with an entry-level behavioral health technician certification. This certification is available to those wanting to or already working in the substance abuse and mental health fields.
Those who complete the course will be qualified to assist counselors and therapists in various addiction and mental health programs including residential treatment, outpatient services, and community-organized events.
A Behavioral Health Tech’s position may Entail:
Building positive relationships with individuals receiving mental health care
Making certain of the safety of those receiving mental health care services
Aiding those receiving treatment services with daily tasks like building healthy relationships with others and providing necessary resources
Documenting and observing an individual’s treatment progression
Utilizing intervention techniques according to an individual’s treatment needs.
BHTs ensure that each patient encounters a positive environment where they feel safe and encouraged during their recovery. Since they will be interacting with patients, families, and other clinical staff, they must have excellent interpersonal and observational skills. Behavioral Health Technicians will usually participate and engage with patients in residential rehabs or partial hospitalization programs and community-based programs.
Review each Module
Watch the Video in each Module
Pass the Quizzes in the Modules
Pass the Final Exam
Download and Print Your Certificate
Training will include the 12 steps of recovery, knowledge of documenting, recognizing behavioral changes. With this certification, you will be taking a huge step towards your career in the addiction industry. This is a fast-growing career.
This course includes:
20 Hours of Training
10 Hours of Elective
• Electives – 10 hours
• Clinical Competence – 8 hours
• Ethics and Professional Conduct – 4 hours
• Document & Patient Confidentiality – 4hrs
• Maintaining Client & Personal Safety –4hrs
You have three (3) months to complete the 30-hours course.
https://flcertificationboard.org/certifications/certified-behavioral-health-technician/
Yes, As soon as you pass our online Behavioral Health tech training class, you can print your certificate. Meaning, you’ll be able to get a job right away!
Work in rehabilitation facilities, correctional, schools, Detox, Sober House, psychiatric ward, hospitals, and more.
BHT can search for open positions through online job boards, such as Indeed, Careerlink, and ZipRecruiter. Mental health-focused boards, such as iHireMentalHealth, also provide a variety of opportunities for BHTs and related positions. Local hospitals, rehab facilities, and mental health clinics may also list open positions on their respective websites.
Contact us
Career Training
(P)954-743-5444
Mon-Wed.10 am- 7 pm
Thurs. - Fri. 10 am – 4 pm
The number of behavioral health technician jobs is expected to increase by 12% by 2028, more than twice the average rate. BHT earned a median annual salary of $34,870 in 2018.