Q: How does having a Nationally Certified Psychiatric Technicians (NCPT-AAPT) increase my value as a Behavioral Health tech job candidate?

Having a Nationally Certified Psychiatric Technicians ( NCPT-AAPT ) validates your knowledge and skills as a behavioral health tech and your dedication to continuing your education in your chosen field. All of which makes you a more desirable job candidate to healthcare employers.

Question 1

How much do staff Behavioral Health Tech jobs pay?

Accepted Answer

For jobs available on Vivian as of Friday, April 26th 2024, the average hourly salary for a Behavioral Health Technician is $15 per hour, but can pay up to $25 per hour.

Question 2

Where can I learn more about working as a Behavioral Health Tech?

Accepted Answer

Take a look at Vivian's Behavioral Health Tech Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.

Question 3

What is a Behavioral Health Tech?

Accepted Answer

Behavioral health techs are allied health professionals who specialize in assisting doctors, nurses, and other mental health providers in the treatment of patients with various behavioral disorders, mental illness, or developmental disabilities. BHTs, sometimes called mental health technicians or psychiatric technicians, work directly with patients to implement a prescribed treatment plan and practice under direct or indirect supervision. Behavioral health is a challenging yet rewarding career choice and employment of BHTs is expected to grow 13% between 2019 and 2029.

Question 4

Which certifications are best for Behavioral Health Techs?

Accepted Answer

Some healthcare employers may prefer behavioral health tech job candidates with Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) or Nationally Certified Psychiatric Technicians (NCPT-AAPT), and some may even require specific professional certifications.

Question 5

How does having a Nationally Certified Psychiatric Technicians (NCPT-AAPT) increase my value as a Behavioral Health tech job candidate?

Accepted Answer

Having a Nationally Certified Psychiatric Technicians (NCPT-AAPT) validates your knowledge and skills as a behavioral health tech and your dedication to continuing your education in your chosen field. All of which makes you a more desirable job candidate to healthcare employers.

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