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If you are passionate about helping improve the mental well-being of others in your community, a behavioral health certificate opens various exciting career paths and opportunities. A behavioral health certificate also offers a foundation for advancing into a behavioral health degree.
Why Study Behavioral Health at FRCC?
Behavioral health certificates at FRCC help students expand their knowledge and earn additional certifications in mental health and wellness. With the growing demand for behavioral health services, these certificates provide the skills needed to make a positive impact. If you want to work with people and improve lives, a career in this field may be for you..
Coming Fall 2025: Certificate Options
We are excited to announce that starting Fall 2025, FRCC will be offering the following behavioral health certificates.
Interested in starting before 2025? Explore our non-credit options in behavioral health.
Non-Credit Behavioral Health Courses
Behavioral Health Plus
Locations: Boulder County, Larimer, Westminster
Total Credits: 6 credits (1 semester)
The Behavioral Health Plus certificate is intended to be an add-on for those who already work in a community-facing role. Students will develop foundational behavioral health knowledge and entry-level crisis management. Behavioral Health Plus professionals are equipped with skills that include:
- Empathy and Rapport Building
- Communication and Motivational Interviewing
- Legal and Ethical Considerations related to Behavioral Health
Knowledge of Mental Health Disorders and Documentation
Qualified Behavioral Health Assistant
Locations: Boulder County, Larimer, Westminster
Total Credits: 10 credits (1 semester)
Qualified Behavioral Health Assistant certificate students learn entry-level behavioral health knowledge and skills that focus on wellness, intercultural competency, therapeutic communication, and case management. Students who complete the Behavioral Health Assistant certificate are equipped with skills that include:
- Understanding of Behavioral Health and Healthcare Systems
- Empathy and Healthy Boundaries
- Therapeutic Communication Skills
- Introduction to Case Management and Documentation
- Cultural Awareness
Behavioral Health Assistant II
Locations: Boulder County, Larimer, Westminster
Total Credits: 16 credits (1 semester)
The Behavioral Health Assistant II certificate builds on the Qualified Behavioral Health Assistant certificate by adding service-learning experience and a deeper understanding of diversity. Upon completion of this certificate, students have experience applying concepts and skills in the behavioral health setting.
Students who complete the Behavioral Health Assistant II certificate are equipped with skills that include:
- Professional experience in the Behavioral Healthcare Systems
- Empathy and Healthy Boundaries
- Applied Therapeutic Communication Skills
- Behavioral Health Documentation
Cultural Awareness
Patient Navigator
Locations: Boulder County, Larimer, Westminster
Total Credits: 12 credits (1 semester)
Patient Navigator certificate students learn to support clients in identifying resources and navigating behavioral healthcare services. Patient navigators focus on promoting client health and well-being. Students learn:
- Empathy and Cultural Awareness
- CPR and Basic Vital Signs
- Understanding of Behavioral Healthcare Services
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Boundaries around Self-Disclosure