Clinical Competence for Behavioral Health Technicians (8 CE Hours)
- 1 Section
- 9 Lessons
- 3 Quizzes
Clinical Competence for Behavioral Health Technicians
- Introduction & Outline
- Module 1: The Architecture of Competence: KSAs and Scope of Practice
- Module 2: Beyond Competence: Cultural Humility and Responsiveness
- Module 3: The Art of Connection: Communication and Microskills
- Module 4: The Gatekeeper: Screening and Observation
- Module 5: Calm in the Storm: Crisis Intervention and Safety
- Module 6: If It Isn't Written: Documentation and Compliance
- Module 7: The Ethical Landscape: Boundaries and Professionalism
- Module 8: Sustaining the Helper: Resilience and Self-Care
- Post Test: Clinical Competence For BHTs
- Program Evaluation
- Program Evaluation
This comprehensive 8-hour training provides Certified Behavioral Health Technicians (CBHTs) with a rigorous examination of the core competencies required for safe, ethical, and effective practice. Grounded in the SAMHSA TAP 21 framework and evidence-based protocols, this course moves beyond basic concepts to explore the "Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes" (KSAs) essential for direct care. Participants will engage with critical topics including trauma-informed crisis intervention, cultural humility, documentation compliance, and professional boundary management. The curriculum culminates in a focus on workforce sustainability, offering practical strategies to prevent burnout and compassion fatigue.
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