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QMHP/BHT/BHT-A Didactic Training Certification

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Enrolment QMHP/BHT Programs

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  • Step 1: Review FTS Policy

  • Step 2: Submit your payment (Individual or Group Enrollment)

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  • Step 3: Receive the payment confirmation email, which will include the registration form.  Here, you can select the cohort dates you want to enroll in.

  • Step 4: Check your email! Once the registration form is submitted, you will be contacted by a FTS team member who will confirm your enrollment and provide information about orientation.

Tuition and Fees

  • Tuition: $XXX
  • Payment plans available
  • Refund policy: Full refund up to 7 days before start

Schedule

  • 2 sessions per week
  • 5 weeks duration
  • Morning & evening cohorts available

Training Breakdown

QMHP

Comprehensive mental-health training covering assessment, crisis response, documentation, and ethical practice.

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BHT

Foundational behavioural-health skills focused on client support, intervention techniques, and care coordination.

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BHT-A

Advanced behavioural-health training with deeper clinical skills, crisis handling, and professional field readiness.

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12-Week QMHP Training Breakdown

Week 1 – Introduction to Mental Health & Professional Roles

  • Overview of mental health systems

  • Scope of practice for QMHP

  • Ethics & confidentiality

Week 2 – Diagnostic Frameworks

  • DSM-5 overview

  • Understanding common disorders

  • Screening vs. assessment

Week 3 – Case Management Foundations

  • Identifying client needs

  • Service planning

  • Strengths-based approaches

Week 4 – Crisis Identification & Response

  • Suicide risk assessment

  • De-escalation methods

  • Crisis intervention protocols

Week 5 – Clinical Documentation

  • Progress notes

  • Treatment plans

  • Incident reporting

Week 6 – Trauma-Informed Care

  • Trauma basics

  • Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

  • Trauma-sensitive engagement strategies

Week 7 – Counseling Skills

  • Motivational interviewing

  • Active listening

  • Building therapeutic rapport

Week 8 – Cultural Competence

  • Cultural humility

  • Working with diverse populations

  • Bias awareness

Week 9 – Community Resources & Referrals

  • Navigating systems of care

  • Interdisciplinary collaboration

  • Resource mapping

Week 10 – Behavioral Interventions

  • CBT basics

  • Skill-building interventions

  • Psychoeducation

Week 11 – Professional Development

  • Clinical boundaries

  • Supervision and growth

  • Professional communication

Week 12 – Final Assessment & Practicum Review

  • Competency check

  • Documentation evaluation

  • Case review + feedback

12-Week BHT Training Breakdown

Week 1 – Introduction to Behavioral Health

  • Behavioral health vs mental health

  • Role of a BHT

  • Professional expectations

Week 2 – Basics of Human Behavior

  • Behavior theory

  • Reinforcement & consequences

  • Understanding triggers

Week 3 – Client Engagement Skills

  • Communication strategies

  • Rapport building

  • Boundaries & ethics

Week 4 – Crisis Prevention Basics

  • Recognizing warning signs

  • Calming techniques

  • Safety planning

Week 5 – Documentation Essentials

  • Behavior logs

  • Daily progress notes

  • Incident documentation

Week 6 – Trauma-Informed Practice

  • Recognizing trauma impact

  • Supporting clients safely

  • Grounding techniques

Week 7 – Behavioral Intervention Techniques

  • Redirecting behavior

  • Coping skill coaching

  • Behavior support strategies

Week 8 – Mental Health Disorders Overview

  • Anxiety, depression, PTSD, etc.

  • How symptoms present

  • When to escalate concerns

Week 9 – Substance Use Awareness

  • Signs of use

  • Harm reduction basics

  • Supporting recovery

Week 10 – Working in Team Settings

  • Collaboration with providers

  • Following care plans

  • Communication protocols

Week 11 – Professionalism & Growth

  • Self-awareness

  • Stress management

  • Work-life balance

Week 12 – Final Skills Evaluation

  • Role play

  • Documentation test

  • Supervisor review

12-Week BHT-A Training Breakdown

Week 1 – Introduction to Behavioral Health

  • Overview of behavioral health systems

  • Role and scope of a BHT-A

  • Ethics, boundaries, and confidentiality (HIPAA basics)

Week 2 – Understanding Mental Health & Common Disorders

  • Basic mental health terminology

  • Overview of common diagnoses (anxiety, depression, ADHD, SUD)

  • Recognising signs & symptoms

Week 3 – Developmental Fundamentals

  • Stages of human development

  • Impact of environment on behavior

  • Identifying developmental delays

Week 4 – Client Observation & Behavior Monitoring

  • How to observe behavior correctly

  • Objective vs. subjective reporting

  • Identifying changes in client functioning

Week 5 – Introduction to Crisis Awareness

  • Recognizing early warning signs

  • Basic crisis response steps

  • When to escalate to QMHP/BHT

Week 6 – Trauma-Informed Support

  • Understanding trauma and ACEs

  • How trauma impacts behavior

  • Trauma-sensitive communication

Week 7 – Communication Skills for BHT-A

  • Basic therapeutic communication

  • Active listening

  • Supportive, non-judgmental responses

Week 8 – Cultural Competence & Diversity

  • Understanding cultural influences

  • Working with diverse populations

  • Bias awareness & respectful engagement

Week 9 – Basic Behavioral Support Techniques

  • Introduction to behavior modification

  • Positive reinforcement strategies

  • Modeling and skill-building techniques

Week 10 – Documentation for BHT-A

  • How to write objective notes

  • Shift/incident reporting

  • Common documentation mistakes to avoid

Week 11 – Working Within a Care Team

  • Collaboration with QMHPs, clinicians, and supervisors

  • Following care plans

  • Professional communication and boundaries

Week 12 – Final Review and Assessment

  • Competency review

  • Documentation evaluation

  • Practical scenario assessment

  • Feedback & readiness check for BHT-A role

Tuition and Fees

Tuition

Tuition: $XXX

Payment Plans

Flexible installments available

Refund Policy

Full refund up to 7 days before start

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