Mental Health Support Professional

288 Hours

Estimated learning time

Self-Paced

Progress at your own speed

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About the Program

Description

Mental health support professional comprehensive education to initiate a career in the Mental Health sector with an emphasis on electronic health records. Exam fee included.
State Restrictions: DC, KY, LA, NE, NV, NM, ND, OK, PA, RI, SC, TX, WI.

Topics

professionalism in allied health
introduction to human anatomy and medical terminology
fundamentals of mental health care
Electronic Health Records

Prerequisites

High School Diploma or GED Web browser with internet connection Course registration & payment

Content Material Titles

Introduction to Human Anatomy & Medical Terminology: A Course Companion (MedCerts) (1st Edition eText and Workbook) By Paul Reuter and Valerie Weiss Foundations of Mental Health Care (Elsevier 8th Edition, Copyright 2023) by Michelle Morrison-Valfre Integrated Electronic Health Records (McGraw-Hill 5th Edition SMARTBOOK, Copyright 2021) by Shanholtzer

Total Cost: $5,000

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Academic Excellence
Earn necessary number of credit hours for completing this content
Professional Program
Launch of Career
Mental Health Technician Certified (MHTC), Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS)
Hone Important Skills
Total Upgrade
Such as Counseling techniques, Crisis intervention, Psychoeducation, Mental health assessments, Support group facilitation, Case management, Therapeutic communication, Mental health first aid, Behavioral health support, Empathy and compassion

Outcomes

Differentiate responsibilities for intake, crisis care, inpatient care, and discharge procedures.
Identify psychological and substance use terms, applying this knowledge when communicating within the psychiatric team.
Exhibit proficiency in observation, communication, meeting interpersonal needs, and performing effectively under pressure.
Safeguard client confidentiality and follow privacy and security regulations outlined in HIPAA and HITECH.
Illustrate comprehension of Electronic Health Record (EHR) capabilities and documentation.