Behavioral Health Technician Training

The Certified Behavioral Health Technician (CBHT) credential is for people who assist primary counselors and therapeutic staff by providing clinical support services to adults or children who are receiving treatment for substance use and/or mental health conditions in residential programs, in-patient settings or community based programs. The CBHT designates competency in the domains of Foundations of Behavioral Health; Direct Care and Recovery Support; Conflict Resolution and Safety; and Professional Responsibility. The CBHT credential is recognized for billable services under Florida’s State Medicaid Plan. The CBHT requires a high school diploma, general equivalency degree or higher. Includes: All required CEUs/in-services for immediate job placement **Job placement assistance is available in Florida only. Are you ready to make a difference in someone's life? Enrollment & Next Steps After successful payment, your enrollment is processed automatically. Check your email for payment confirmation and your direct program link, then sign in to your DCA Academy account to begin. DCA Academy operates primarily online. If your program requires hands-on skills practice, a competency check, or an in-person certification component, those instructions will be provided inside the course. Complete the lessons in order, follow all course-specific instructions, and contact DCA Academy if you have trouble accessing your program.