CHILDREN’S BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CERTIFICATE
Flexible Online Program
With your Children’s Behavioral Health Certificate, you’ll have the opportunity to pursue many different career opportunities, including becoming a Registered Behavior Technician, Community Health Worker, Residential Counselor, or Youth Worker.
Whether you're just starting out or already working in the field, this program gives you the knowledge and hands-on experience you need to teach special needs children and support their families with skill and compassion.
Benefits of a Children’s Behavioral Health Certificate:
The average annual salary for a Registered Behavior Technician is $53,298*
The average annual salary for a Community Health Worker is $44,057**
Learn wherever you are with flexible online courses.
Low-cost tuition with scholarships and grants available. No textbooks or hidden fees. Most Urban College students graduate debt-free.
Credit for prior learning is available for applicants with active Registered Behavior Technician or Community Health Worker Certification.
Only 16 credits are required to complete the Children’s Behavioral Health Certificate, and can be completed in one year.
Courses may include:
Fundamentals of Children’s Behavioral Health
Trauma & Resiliency in Children's Behavioral Health
Introduction to Behavior Analysis & Intervention Skills
Prepares students for the Registered Behavior Technician® (RBT®) certification exam.
Meets the Behavior Analyst Certification Board’s (BACB) 40-hour training requirement.
Core Competencies for Community Behavioral Health Workers
Internship
Interested in an associate or bachelor’s degree? All courses in the certificate program will transfer into the corresponding associate degree program at Urban College of Boston.
In addition, transfer agreements with other colleges allow students to continue their education. See our College Transfer Pathways page for information on how your associate degree at Urban College can transfer into several bachelor’s degree completion programs.
Looking at the numbers
When examining job growth and salary data, it’s essential to recognize that these figures can fluctuate based on various factors, including years of experience, the specific industry, location, individual skill levels, and overall economic conditions. Keep in mind that the projections provided are not definitive indicators of actual salaries or job growth.
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QUICK PROGRAM FACTS
Learning Type: Online, Synchronous and Asynchronous
Length: 16 Credits
Course Languages: English, Spanish
Financial Assistance Available: Yes
Scholarships Available: Yes
Application Fee: FREE
Cost: $317 per credit - See Financial Aid for more information
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You will be asked to provide the following materials:
Copy of your high school diploma, GED, or HiSET
Photo ID
Completed Online Application
We can assist and schedule times for you to meet with an advisor about your academic goals and the Financial Aid team to discuss available support and make a plan.
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