Behavioral Health / Mental Health Technicians not only contribute in the care of individuals with behavioral and mental health concerns, they work alongside other professionals to help support patients’ needs. At San Juan College, you will gain the knowledge and skills to provide valuable care to those with mental and behavioral health concerns and make a positive difference in your community.
Why Study Behavioral Health / Mental Health?
Mental health plays an increasing role in people’s lives and overall health. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, nearly 1 in 5 U.S. adults live with a mental illness. As a result, demand for mental health professionals is rising as mental illness diagnoses increase. The good news about mental health is people with mental illnesses can get better and recover. By beginning a career in the growing behavioral health field, you will help others improve their overall well-being!
Why Study Behavioral Health / Mental Health at San Juan College?
Fast and Convenient
At San Juan College, you can complete our Behavioral Health / Mental Health Certificate in one year. The program is offered both face-to-face and online so you can take courses in a format that works for you.
Affordable Option
Our certificate program combines excellent training with an affordable cost. View SJC tuition and fees.
Capstone and Practicum / Internship Opportunities
You will participate in an internship where you will learn from working professionals in community settings. The certificate capstone course integrates students' academic experiences to prepare them for future education and careers in the field of behavioral health.
What You’ll Learn
The Behavioral Health / Mental Health Certificate provides students with the principles, knowledge and skills required to begin a career in the growing field of behavioral health.
您还将:
- Demonstrate interpersonal communication skills that are effective in behavioral/ mental health-related situations.
- Demonstrate increased awareness of the interrelationships of the various professions in the fields of behavioral and mental health.
- Demonstrate appropriate behaviors and techniques within the scope of practice for the behavioral/ mental health technician role.
- Develop work habits and professional ethics in behavioral/ mental health settings with clients, 的同事们, and supervisors.
- Apply behavioral health content and skills in classroom practice situations and in the field under professional direction.
* Students wishing to continue on and complete an Associate of Arts or transfer to a baccalaureate granting institution are strongly encouraged to check with their advisor and carefully coordinate their coursework.
Careers and Outcomes
Our graduates have the opportunity to go on to work for:
- Behavioral and Mental Health Facilities
- Residential and outpatient substance abuse treatment facilities
- Long-term care facilities
- 首页 health agencies
- Schools and universities