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Behavioral and Psychiatric Health Technician

Training Program

Credential(s) Offered

Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential

Method of Delivery

Online, e-learning, or distance learning

When offered

Other

Instructional Program (CIP)

Behavioral Aspects of Health. 512212

Description

This Behavioral Health program is divided into 14 courses, which cover topics including HIPAA standards, pharmacology basics, career-readiness skills, and patient education. This prepares learners to sit for both the American Association of Psychiatric Technicians (AAPT) Level 1 certification exam and the Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) exam from the National Healthcareer Association.

Details

Program Length (Weeks)

52

Entrance Requirements

None

School

North Idaho College Workforce Training Center

WIOA Approved Program

Yes

Training Location(s)

525 S. Clearwater Loop, Post Falls, Idaho

Local WIB

40 - REG-1 WIB 1-5

Name of Credential

American Association of Psychiatric Technicians (AAPT) Level 1 certification exam and the Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) exam from the National Healthcareer Association

Type of financial aid offered or have access to

Scholarships available

Refund Policy

Yes, details in catalog

Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?

Yes - CareerStep

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?

No

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?

No

Cost Items

Registration Fee

$4,099.00

Total In-State Program Cost

$4,099.00

Demand Occupation(s)

29-2053.00Psychiatric Technicians
$20.47 per hour
Required Certification: AAPT and CEHRS

Provider Status

Approved

Address

525 S. Clearwater Loop, Post Falls, Idaho 83854

Phone Number

(208) 769-3214

Fax Number

(208) 769-3223

Web Address

https://

Last Updated

Nov 13, 2025

Created

Oct 27, 2025

Renewal

Nov 13, 2026

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