Behavioral Health

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If you have a heart for helping others, the Behavioral Health offers two pathways to begin your career in mental health. Students can earn a Mental Health Technician Certificate in just two semesters, gaining foundational knowledge, hands-on skills, and certifications in CPR and Mental Health First Aid to prepare for entry-level employment.

For those seeking advanced training, the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree in Behavioral Health builds on the certificate with three additional semesters of coursework. Graduates develop skills in crisis de-escalation, risk assessment, brief therapeutic strategies, and psychoeducation, preparing them for roles as Advanced Behavioral Health Technicians.

The application submission due date is July 18 each year.

To be considered for admission, applicants must complete the following:

1. College Admission
   • Apply to Midland College and meet all general admission requirements
2. Applicants must be at least 18 years old by September 1 of the year they begin the program
3. Obtain background clearance through CastleBranch/DISA. Students must create an account and upload proper documentation.
4. Ensure required immunizations, in accordance with Texas law, are up to date:
   • Immunization compliance tracking is provided by CastleBranch/DISA. Students must create an account and upload proper documentation.
   • Required immunizations:
     • Hepatitis B
     • Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR)
     • Varicella
     • Bacterial Meningitis (if required by Texas enrollment requirements as listed in the Midland College Catalog)
     • Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis (TDAP) - expires after 10 years
5. Submit the Student Information form found in the application packet
6. Speak with the Program Chair through a brief face-to-face or telephone interview

All admissions requirements and application materials are published in the program’s Admissions Packet on the program webpage at www.midland.edu/academics/degrees/health/behavioral-health.php

Program Requirements

Accepted students must:

• Take all courses in sequential order. General education courses may be completed earlier than scheduled, but must be finished by the designated semester in the degree plan.
• Earn a grade of “C” or higher in all required courses
• Pass a required urine drug screening each semester
• Maintain health insurance coverage throughout the duration of the program.

Completion Requirements

To successfully complete the program, students must earn a grade of C or higher in all courses listed on the degree plan.

Learn more about Behavioral Health.

Programs

• A.A.S., Behavioral Health

• Certificate, Mental Health Technician

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