Mental Health Associate
Under the supervision of health care professionals, this program prepares individuals to provide direct care to patients experiencing confusion, suicidal ideation, and other psychiatric conditions requiring close supervision. Students will earn Department of Social and Health Long-Term Care certifications in Mental Health: Capable Caregiving for Mental Wellness, Dementia: Capable Caregiving, Traumatic Brain Injury: Strategies for Surviving and Thriving, and Navigating Challenging Behaviors. In addition, students will receive their Mental Health First Aid certificate from the National Council for Behavior Health and 12-hours of instruction in Situational Awareness and Unarmed Defense.
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