Frequently Asked Questions
Behavioral Health Technician &
Medication Technician Bundle FAQ
What is included in this bundle?
This bundle includes two online certificate programs:
• Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) – 30 Hours
• Medication Technician (Med Tech) – 6 Hours
Both courses are 100% online and self-paced. The bundle is designed to help individuals develop essential skills for working in behavioral health, mental health, residential care, assisted living, social services, and other healthcare environments.
Who should take this bundle?
This bundle is ideal for:
• Aspiring Behavioral Health Technicians
• Mental Health Workers
• Residential Support Staff
• Direct Care Professionals
• Caregivers
• Group Home Staff
• Assisted Living Facility Staff
• Healthcare Support Workers
• Individuals seeking entry-level behavioral health and medication training
• Professionals who want to expand their healthcare knowledge and skills
Do I need healthcare experience to enroll?
No. Prior healthcare experience is not required to enroll. These courses are designed for both beginners entering the healthcare field and experienced professionals seeking additional training.
How are the courses delivered?
Both courses are 100% online and self-paced. You can log in anytime, from anywhere, and complete the coursework at your convenience.
How long do I have to complete the courses?
Students have 90 days from the date of enrollment to complete both courses.
How long does it take to complete the bundle?
90 days to complete. The courses include approximately:
• Behavioral Health Technician: 30 hours
• Medication Technician: 6 hours
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. Upon successful completion of each course, you will receive a separate digital Certificate of Completion.
Students who successfully complete the bundle will earn:
• Behavioral Health Technician Certificate of Completion
• Medication Technician Certificate of Completion
How will I receive my certificates?
Certificates are emailed to the email address used during registration after all course requirements have been successfully completed.
Is the training self-paced?
Yes. There are no scheduled class times. You may start, stop, and resume your training whenever it is convenient for you during your course access period.
What topics are covered in the Behavioral Health Technician course?
Topics may include:
• Mental health and behavioral health disorders
• Professional communication
• Documentation and reporting
• Ethics and professional boundaries
• Client rights and confidentiality
• Behavioral health interventions
• Crisis recognition
• Substance use awareness
• Professional conduct
• Working with individuals receiving behavioral health services
What topics are covered in the Medication Technician course?
Topics may include:
• Medication terminology and basic principles
• Medication safety
• Understanding medication labels
• Routes of medication administration
• Medication documentation and recordkeeping
• Medication errors and error prevention
• Safe medication handling and storage
• Observing and reporting medication effects
• Medication administration responsibilities
• Resident and client safety
Can I work as a Behavioral Health Technician or Medication Technician after completing these courses?
Employment, certification, and licensing requirements vary by employer and state. These courses provide training and Certificates of Completion; however, students should verify the specific requirements for their desired position with their prospective employer and applicable state regulatory or licensing agency before enrolling.
Some states or employers may require additional education, supervised training, competency testing, certification, licensing, or other qualifications.
Are there any live classes?
No. Both courses are fully online and self-paced.
Can I access the courses on my phone or tablet?
Yes. The training platform is mobile-friendly and can be accessed from most smartphones, tablets, laptops, and desktop computers with internet access.
What if I need additional time?
Students receive 90 days of course access. If additional time is needed, please contact Beacon Hill Career Training for information regarding available course extension options.
Is there a final exam?
Yes. Students must successfully complete all required course activities, including applicable quizzes and examinations, before Certificates of Completion are issued.
Does the Medication Technician certificate expire?
Medication Technician training requires annual renewal. Students should also verify renewal requirements with their employer and applicable state regulatory agency, as requirements may vary by state and workplace.
Can employers purchase this bundle for multiple employees?
Yes. We offer group enrollment options for employers, healthcare facilities, behavioral health organizations, assisted living facilities, group homes, residential programs, and social service agencies.
Group enrollment allows organizations to enroll multiple staff members and streamline the registration and payment process.
For group enrollment information, please contact us directly.
Beacon Hill Career Training
954-719-6767
Monday-Friday, 10:00 AM-6:00 PM
State Requirements
Before enrolling, students should verify the requirements for Behavioral Health Technician and Medication Technician employment, certification, or licensing in their state.
Requirements vary by state and employer. Depending on your location and intended position, additional training, examinations, competency evaluations, supervised experience, certification, or licensing may be required.
Beacon Hill Career Training provides Certificates of Completion for successfully completed courses. A Certificate of Completion does not automatically constitute a state-issued professional license or guarantee eligibility for employment in every state.
We strongly encourage students to contact their employer and applicable state regulatory or licensing agency before enrolling to determine whether the training meets their specific employment or professional requirements.
This bundle includes two online certificate programs:
• Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) – 30 Hours
• Medication Technician (Med Tech) – 6 Hours
Both courses are 100% online and self-paced. The bundle is designed to help individuals develop essential skills for working in behavioral health, mental health, residential care, assisted living, social services, and other healthcare environments.
Who should take this bundle?
This bundle is ideal for:
• Aspiring Behavioral Health Technicians
• Mental Health Workers
• Residential Support Staff
• Direct Care Professionals
• Caregivers
• Group Home Staff
• Assisted Living Facility Staff
• Healthcare Support Workers
• Individuals seeking entry-level behavioral health and medication training
• Professionals who want to expand their healthcare knowledge and skills
Do I need healthcare experience to enroll?
No. Prior healthcare experience is not required to enroll. These courses are designed for both beginners entering the healthcare field and experienced professionals seeking additional training.
How are the courses delivered?
Both courses are 100% online and self-paced. You can log in anytime, from anywhere, and complete the coursework at your convenience.
How long do I have to complete the courses?
Students have 90 days from the date of enrollment to complete both courses.
How long does it take to complete the bundle?
90 days to complete. The courses include approximately:
• Behavioral Health Technician: 30 hours
• Medication Technician: 6 hours
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. Upon successful completion of each course, you will receive a separate digital Certificate of Completion.
Students who successfully complete the bundle will earn:
• Behavioral Health Technician Certificate of Completion
• Medication Technician Certificate of Completion
How will I receive my certificates?
Certificates are emailed to the email address used during registration after all course requirements have been successfully completed.
Is the training self-paced?
Yes. There are no scheduled class times. You may start, stop, and resume your training whenever it is convenient for you during your course access period.
What topics are covered in the Behavioral Health Technician course?
Topics may include:
• Mental health and behavioral health disorders
• Professional communication
• Documentation and reporting
• Ethics and professional boundaries
• Client rights and confidentiality
• Behavioral health interventions
• Crisis recognition
• Substance use awareness
• Professional conduct
• Working with individuals receiving behavioral health services
What topics are covered in the Medication Technician course?
Topics may include:
• Medication terminology and basic principles
• Medication safety
• Understanding medication labels
• Routes of medication administration
• Medication documentation and recordkeeping
• Medication errors and error prevention
• Safe medication handling and storage
• Observing and reporting medication effects
• Medication administration responsibilities
• Resident and client safety
Can I work as a Behavioral Health Technician or Medication Technician after completing these courses?
Employment, certification, and licensing requirements vary by employer and state. These courses provide training and Certificates of Completion; however, students should verify the specific requirements for their desired position with their prospective employer and applicable state regulatory or licensing agency before enrolling.
Some states or employers may require additional education, supervised training, competency testing, certification, licensing, or other qualifications.
Are there any live classes?
No. Both courses are fully online and self-paced.
Can I access the courses on my phone or tablet?
Yes. The training platform is mobile-friendly and can be accessed from most smartphones, tablets, laptops, and desktop computers with internet access.
What if I need additional time?
Students receive 90 days of course access. If additional time is needed, please contact Beacon Hill Career Training for information regarding available course extension options.
Is there a final exam?
Yes. Students must successfully complete all required course activities, including applicable quizzes and examinations, before Certificates of Completion are issued.
Does the Medication Technician certificate expire?
Medication Technician training requires annual renewal. Students should also verify renewal requirements with their employer and applicable state regulatory agency, as requirements may vary by state and workplace.
Can employers purchase this bundle for multiple employees?
Yes. We offer group enrollment options for employers, healthcare facilities, behavioral health organizations, assisted living facilities, group homes, residential programs, and social service agencies.
Group enrollment allows organizations to enroll multiple staff members and streamline the registration and payment process.
For group enrollment information, please contact us directly.
Beacon Hill Career Training
954-719-6767
Monday-Friday, 10:00 AM-6:00 PM
State Requirements
Before enrolling, students should verify the requirements for Behavioral Health Technician and Medication Technician employment, certification, or licensing in their state.
Requirements vary by state and employer. Depending on your location and intended position, additional training, examinations, competency evaluations, supervised experience, certification, or licensing may be required.
Beacon Hill Career Training provides Certificates of Completion for successfully completed courses. A Certificate of Completion does not automatically constitute a state-issued professional license or guarantee eligibility for employment in every state.
We strongly encourage students to contact their employer and applicable state regulatory or licensing agency before enrolling to determine whether the training meets their specific employment or professional requirements.