Description
This training program combines a two course training track:
- Abnormal Psychology
- Mental Health Technician
Under the direction and supervision of a psychiatric nurse, psychologist or psychiatrist, as a mental health technician you provide care to mentally ill and emotionally disturbed patients. Your specific care duties might include monitoring patient behaviors, emotions and physical conditions; recording patient statistics, such as temperature and blood pressure; administering medications; providing direct personal interaction with patients; encouraging patients to take part in social activities; helping patients maintain personal hygiene and leading therapy sessions. You also confer with superiors about patients and assist with the implementation of treatment plans.
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Course Code: ESIDE – MHT2
Program Duration: 9 Months
Course Contact Hours: 405
Student Tuition: $3,950
