Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician  (MHRT/Community) Certification

What is the MHRT/Community ?  MHRT/Community is a certification required of persons working in positions funded by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services.   

MHRT/Community is the most widely needed certification in the State of Maine.  The MHRT/Community is required for mental health crisis workers, case managers or community support workers, day treatment workers and independent living specialists, and children's case managers, and home-based family services staff. 

How do I qualify to become MHRT/Community Certified?  One way to qualify for MHRT/Community certification is to obtain a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology which includes the requirements listed below. Once these courses and graduation requirements are completed, students may ask for a Counseling designation on their UMF transcripts.  Please make sure you request the designation BEFORE your diploma is issued. You MUST complete a form available from the Psychology Departmen; and after obtaining all required signatures, return the form to the Psychology Department's Administrative Assistant.
 
How do I apply for the MHRT/Community?  In order to apply for MHRT/Community Certification, you must go to this site:  http://muskie.usm.maine.edu/cfl/MHRT/Appendix%20B.doc to download the form. You MUST send the completed form and a copy of your transcripts with the Counseling Track designation to the address indicated on the form. Please follow instructions, CAREFULLY.  No examination is required.

MHRT/Community Guidelines:
http://muskie.usm.maine.edu/cfl/MHRT/communityguidelines.htm

MHRT/Community Frequently Asked Questions:
http://muskie.usm.maine.edu/cfl/MHRT/MHRT_FAQs.htm

What jobs are available in Maine?  To learn about current jobs openings in Maine, check out the following web site: http://www.maine.gov/portal/working/jobs.html#resources 

Requirements:

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, including these classes

Psy 209 Abnormal Psychology

Psy 226 Adulthood and Aging

Psy 235 Introduction to Counseling and Personality

Psy 455 Crisis Intervention and Stabilization

Plus one additional course from the following:

Psy 319 Family Theory and Psychopathology

Psy 329 Child and Family Counseling and Psychopathology

Psy 339 Child Counseling and Psychopathology

Psy 360 Group Psychotherapy

Psy 435 Psychotherapeutic Methods

An Internship is also encouraged.

This Track leads to Full MHRT Certification in the State of Maine