{"product_id":"mental-health-technician-voucher-included","title":"Mental Health Technician (Voucher Included)","description":"\u003cp class=\"course-intro\"\u003ePrepare for a rewarding career as a mental health technician with this online course that will provide you with all the tools needed to succeed in the psychiatric and mental health services industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul class=\"course-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e185 course hrs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCode GES1066\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen enrollment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf paced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cnav class=\"course-nav\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#objective\"\u003eObjective\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#outline\"\u003eOutline\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#requirements\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#prerequisites\"\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#instructor\"\u003eInstructor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#faqs\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/nav\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMental health technicians, also often referred to as psychiatric technicians, are entry-level mental health workers who care for patients with mental illness or developmental disabilities. These technicians play an important role in outpatient and inpatient clinics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Mental Health Technician Certification course will take you from no experience to being qualified for an entry-level mental health technician position. The course, which includes medical terminology, focuses on objectives that include the role and responsibilities of the technician, as well as important need-to-know processes and procedures, and how to identify and approach patients with common psychosocial needs. Real-world scenario assignments provide you opportunities to receive direct feedback from your instructor, so you can be ready to deliver proper assistance and tools when providing support and interventions for patients with mental health disorders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe medical terminology course introduces key concepts of medical language and human anatomy, emphasizing the interconnectedness of body systems in health and disease. Students with prior knowledge can optionally test out by achieving a minimum score of 80%, replacing course content if desired. It is important to understand that this course feature only applies to the online Medical Terminology course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon completion of the certified mental health technician training course, you will be prepared to sit for the Mental Health Technician Certification (MHTC) exam offered by the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA). Enrollment fees include a voucher for the MHTC exam. As a bonus, within this Mental Health Technician course, you will be able to apply to attend a Red Cross workshop to obtain your CPR\/BLS certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis online mental health technician certification course does not meet state requirements for students intending to work in AR, CA, CO, and KS. Ensure that the Mental Health Technician course meets your state's requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunding Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e For Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funded students, please consult with your funding source representative before taking advantage of the Medical Terminology test-out feature. Different funding programs may have specific requirements and\/or restrictions. If you attempt the test-out feature(s) in the Medical Terminology course without getting approval, your funding benefits may be jeopardized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"objective\"\u003eObjective\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you will learn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe role, responsibilities, and required skills of a mental health technician\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRelevant laws and policies regarding mental and behavioral health care\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe process and procedure for professionalism by technicians\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProfessional communication skills with diverse populations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCultural competency in critical thinking and patient care\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePsychology domains and theories of human behavior\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMental health problems throughout the life cycle\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommon psychological problems and mental health disorders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAppropriate therapies to manage patient care\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSkills in fostering therapeutic relationships\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMental-health assessments to understand patients\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommon psychotherapeutic drugs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKey principles of pharmacology in mental health settings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePatient care guidelines for effective pharmacology management\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommon types of facilities and their purpose\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccurate patient charting protocols using electronic medical records\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProper patient examination and intervention skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow you will benefit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrepare for the Mental Health Technician Certification (MHTC) exam offered by the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReceive a voucher for the MHTC exam—included with your enrollment fees\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrengthen soft skills such as communication, computer literacy, etc., which are integrated within the course\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eObtain your CPR certification from the Red Cross included in your course\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"outline\"\u003eOutline\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-roman;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eMedical Terminology\u003c\/li\u003e \u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-alpha;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eGetting Started\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to Take This Course\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTest-Out Exam 1: Lessons 1–Midterm Exam\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduction to Medical Terminology and the Human Body in Health and Disease\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Musculoskeletal System\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Cardiovascular System\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Lymphatic and Immune Systems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Respiratory System\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Digestive System\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Urinary System\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMidterm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTest-Out Exam 2: Lessons 8–Final Exam\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Nervous System\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpecial Senses: The Eyes and Ears\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Integumentary System\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Endocrine System\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMental Health\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMale and Female Reproductive Systems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiagnostic Procedures, Nuclear Medicine, and Complementary Medicine\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinal Exam\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cli\u003eMental Health Technician \u003col 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As an educator, she uses a variety of strategies to help each learner relate the content to their lives while providing constructive and positive feedback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGail Hubbard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGail Hubbard, MSN, RN, RMA, has worked in the medical field for more than 30 years. Before earning her RN, she worked as a medical records technician, administrative and clinical medical assistant, EKG technician, and billing and coding specialist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an RN, Gail has worked in ICU\/Stepdown, psychiatric mental health nursing, ambulatory surgery, infection control, and staff development. Gail has over ten years of experience teaching medical assisting, nursing, nurse assistant, EKG, and phlebotomy. After completing her master's degree in Nursing Leadership and Management from Western Governors University, Gail was the Nurse\/Quality Improvement Manager for a Federally Qualified Healthcare Center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedical Terminology Instructors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur medical terminology course section is taught by multiple experienced instructors. See here for a full list of these instructors. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"faqs\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a mental health technician?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mental health technician, also often referred to as psychiatric technicians, are entry-level mental health workers who care for patients with mental illness or developmental disabilities. 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You will be prepared for the Mental Health Technician Certification (MHTC) exam offered by the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I test-out of medical terminology content if I have previous knowledge of medical terminology?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This course includes two, optional, Test-Out Exam features that will allow you to test out of content and graded assessments if your score demonstrates the level of mastery required (80%). It does not count toward your overall score in this course if you do not achieve the minimum score required for mastery. \u003cem\u003ePlease note: Third party funded students may not be eligible.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen can I start this course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course whenever you are ready. 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Please note that an extension fee may be charged.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of support will I receive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. 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