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Behavioral Health
Support the Behavioral Health needs of clients in a wide range of healthcare settings with foundational Behavioral Health knowledge and skills.
C.T.S in Behavioral Health
Students earning a Certificate of Technical Studies in Behavioral Health will gain the skills needed to start working in mental and behavioral health careers. In just two semesters, graduates will be ready for entry-level positions in places like doctors' offices, behavioral health clinics, hospitals, home health care, community outreach centers, and more. You’ll learn how to be part of a healthcare team, helping with both administrative tasks and patient care to make a positive impact in the lives of others.
This program is available in a hybrid format with most courses being online.
High Demand for Graduates
Now more than ever, physicians, nurses and other medical staff rely on Healthcare Administrative Professionals as a part of the team in the dynamic healthcare industry.
Flexible Schedule
Most students work full-time and class schedules usually accommodate students with responsibilities outside of school.
Acelerated Time to Degree
Students are ready to enter into a career in one year after completing the Medical Laboratory Assistant program at Gallatin College.
Courses and Job Skills
Through courses such as Intro to Mental Illness and Addiction Behaviors, Reporting and Safety Procedures, and Behavioral Health Counseling and Crisis Management, you will gain these valuable job skills:
- Understand medical terms related to psychology, mental health diagnoses, and treatment.
- Recognize patient behaviors and addiction signs linked to prescription, recreational, and illegal drugs.
- Perform clinical tasks like taking vital signs, assisting in exams, and conducting safety and infection control practices.
- Determine the right dosage and method for administering medications.
- Prepare and update patient records following legal and healthcare standards.
- Practice self-care to improve wellness and prevent stress or burnout.
- Assess community needs and support for mental and behavioral health.
- Analyze and collect data on mental and behavioral health.
Careers
Behavioral Health program graduates begin careers such as:
- Behavioral Health Technician
- Behavioral Health Intake Specialist
- Social Work Assistant
- Community Health Associate