Yogamu

Professional Development / Self-paced

Mental Health Technician

Special Opportunity for Yogamu Students (AMCA Eligible!)

Duration

Self-paced

Credential

Professional certificate

Price

$399.00 (regular $1,990.00)

Level

Self-paced

Overview

What this course is about

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. It’s the perfect time to launch your journey into a meaningful mental health career or expand your yoga/meditation credentials with a mental health focus.

Outcomes

What you can take from it

Become a Certified Mental Health Technician (MHTC)

Support hygiene, daily activities, and patient wellbeing

Are you a yoga teacher, meditation instructor, or energy worker? This certification lets you:

Also known as: Psychiatric Aide, Mental Health Assistant, Psychiatric Assistant

Certification & Accreditation

Certification through TerraMD College of Allied Health Sciences (Yogamu’s sister clinic)

Course Details

A clearer look inside

About this course

  • Become a Certified Mental Health Technician (MHTC)
  • Also known as: Psychiatric Aide, Mental Health Assistant, Psychiatric Assistant
  • Certification & Accreditation
  • Certification through TerraMD College of Allied Health Sciences (Yogamu’s sister clinic)
  • Optional AMCA Exam: Eligible to sit for the American Medical Certification Association exam (~$120)
  • TerraMD is an approved AMCA test site
  • Program Duration
  • Self-paced – finish in as little as 2-3 months
  • Up to 12 months to complete
  • Real Skills, Real Impact

You’ll Be Trained To

Explore the full curriculum under the “Additional Information” tab on the product page.

  • Assist patients with emotional disturbances and mental impairments
  • Support hygiene, daily activities, and patient wellbeing
  • Monitor vitals and manage basic documentation
  • Participate in or lead therapy sessions (group or one-on-one) under supervision
  • Where You Can Work
  • Mental health hospitals
  • Rehab & detox centers
  • Community agencies
  • Crisis units & residential facilities
  • Psychiatric wards

Next step

Begin Mental Health Technician

Review the current enrollment details, then begin when the timing and format fit your path.