Prepares students to provide behavioral health services alongside social and human service providers — community integration, case management, skills development, peer support, and family psycho-education. Available online.
The curriculum covers the core knowledge and practical skills employers look for in entry-level candidates.
A certificate from this program does not constitute clinical licensure.
Behavioral Health Assistants work in support roles in mental health and social service settings. This program does not lead to clinical licensure (such as LCSW or MFT), which requires graduate-level education and supervised hours. Graduates with this certificate may pursue entry-level support and paraprofessional roles. InterCoast does not guarantee employment or any specific outcome.
Graduates of this program may pursue entry-level positions with titles such as:
No specific employment outcome is guaranteed. Labor market conditions vary.
A high school diploma or GED is required for enrollment. Students who do not hold a diploma or GED may qualify under the Ability-to-Benefit (ATB) alternative — speak with an admissions advisor to determine eligibility.
This program is eligible for Title IV federal financial aid. Financial aid is available to those who qualify — not all students will qualify for all types of aid. Contact the financial aid office for a complete picture of your options.
Behavioral Health Assistant — Online/IDL Performance Fact Sheet (PDF)
Yes. The Behavioral Health Assistant program is offered entirely online, making it accessible to students throughout the country.
No. This is a certificate program for entry-level support roles. Clinical licenses (LCSW, MFT, LPCC) require graduate education and are not offered at this level.
Yes. This program is Title IV eligible. Eligible students may qualify for federal financial aid.
The Behavioral Health Assistant program is 42 weeks and includes 720 clock hours of online instruction.