Social and Human Services – Behavioral Health
Certificate
Time to Completion:
1-2 semesters, part-time
Schedule:
Day and evening classes
What You’ll Learn
The Behavioral Health Certificate prepares students for rewarding careers supporting individuals facing mental health challenges or intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). This program equips students with essential skills in assessment, counseling, and crisis intervention, with a specialized focus on addressing the unique needs of these populations.
Outcomes
Students gain practical experience using hands-on techniques and evidence-based practices to promote mental and emotional well-being. All courses within this certificate program can be applied toward the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree in Social and Human Services, making it an excellent option for students looking to expand their career opportunities and continue their education in this field.
Legend:
AComprehensive Articulation Agreement (This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.)
LLocal Requirement
IInstructional Service Agreement
UUniversal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC)
GGlobal Distinction
RRequisite(s)
Legend:
AComprehensive Articulation Agreement (This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.)
LLocal Requirement
IInstructional Service Agreement
UUniversal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC)
GGlobal Distinction
RRequisite(s)
Career Tracks
- Behavioral Health Technician
- Psychiatric Technician
- Crisis Worker
- Family Support Worker
- Youth Behavioral Health Counselor
- Intellectual/Developmental Disability Specialist
- Job Coach
- Case Manager
- Group Home Manager
Program Contacts
For more information, please contact Kristin Cline, at kcline@forsythtech.edu.