Behavioral Health Technician & Medical Office
Learn the skills of a Registered Behavior Technician and Certified Medical Administrative Assistant in this dual certification training program.
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What does a Behavior Technician do?
A Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) works in clinical settings under the supervision of Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) to provide treatment plans for patients like autistic children or developmentally disabled adults. The field is focused on science and human behavior and how to alleviate problematic behaviors in individuals. Behavior Technicians may also work in schools or home settings to assist patients in reducing problematic behaviors or learning daily living skills.
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All available job and salary information is from Burning Glass Labor Insights and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the soft skill expectations of an allied healthcare professional
- Provide direct implementation of behavior-analytic services based on the BCBA’s recommendations
- Teach children language/communication, social skills, daily living/adaptive skills, pre-academic skills, and more while recording and analyzing data along with the BCBA
- Comply with HIPAA/HITECH, OSHA, CMS and other healthcare regulations and laws, including the BACB
- Comprehend and define behavior clearly and set a measurement technique
Enrollment Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration & payment
MEDCERTS-COVERED MATERIALS*
- Expert-led video based training
- eBook: Kinn’s Medical Administrative Assistant
- Competency assessments
- National Certification exam fee
STUDENT SERVICES
- Dedicated Student Success Advisors
- Tailored support based on performance & behavior
- Exam preparation process
- 1 yr. post-program access to Career Center & Career Coaches
Clinical Requirements
- Completion of Competency Assessment while on the job, post program completion
- Completion of background check
- Completion of RBT application with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board
*The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by MedCerts. They are not included in the tuition costs and the student is not liable for any costs or fees related to the above materials.
Behavior Technician and the Medical Office
Job Opportunities
Career Potential
$18,000 – $76,000
Estimated Salary
$21,000 – $42,000
Estimated Salary
Entry Level
$20000 – $45000
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Disclaimers
- This training program is based on the Registered Behavior Technician Task List (2nd ed.) and is designed to meet the 40-hour training requirement for the RBT credential. The program is offered independent of the BACB. There are additional requirements (outside of training and examination) mandated by the BACB for those on the path to earning the RBT designation. Visit www.bacb.com/rbt for more information.
- Obtaining RBT certification requires that an individual complete a Competency Assessment under the supervision of a Qualified Assessor, who must hold the minimum required credentials per the BACB. This Competency Assessment must be performed while “On the Job”, therefore graduates of the MedCerts program will not immediately be eligible for certification upon completion of their program.
- While MedCerts training and related target certifications may be accepted and/or approved by your state of residency, employers reserve the right to dictate prerequisite education, experience, or certification/licensure requirements for their positions. We strongly advise students to research target job posts from area employers and relevant state requirements, barriers, or restrictions prior to enrollment to ensure eligibility upon graduation.
Behavioral Health Technician and Medical Office—Frequently Asked Questions
A Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) works under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to implement treatment plans for patients, such as autistic children or developmentally disabled adults, focusing on reducing problematic behaviors and teaching daily living skills. They may work in clinical, school, or home settings.
Medical office personnel manage administrative tasks like scheduling appointments, maintaining patient records, handling billing and insurance claims and ensuring the smooth operation of the healthcare facility.
The career outlook for a Behavioral Health Technician is extremely positive, with available jobs expected to grow by 9% over the next 10 years.
Salaries can range from $27,000 to $55,000 depending on location, certifications and the specific clinic or office.
To become a Behavioral Health Technician, you need a postsecondary certificate or associate’s degree from a course like MedCerts.
In the MedCerts online Behavior Technician and Medical Office certification training course, you will learn a comprehensive range of skills, including:
Adherence to documentation and protocol rules according to BACB guidelines and HIPAA regulations
Medical terminology and understanding patient diagnoses
Medical front office administration skills for work in medical offices, hospitals and clinics
Professionalism in allied health to handle various situations
Essential customer service skills for healthcare settings
Preparation for direct patient contact roles in various settings as an RBT
The enrollment requirements include a high school diploma or GED, a web browser with internet connection, course registration & payment.
Tuition is competitively priced at $4,000. The cost includes all of your materials and registration fees for your examinations.
Yes, payment plans are available as low as $346 per month. Additionally, students may qualify for government funding and scholarships.
MedCerts provides financial aid options through government grant-funded programs like:
The total program duration is 18 weeks.
The course is developed with collaboration from industry-recognized subject matter experts and includes interactive simulations, interviews with real-world experts, game-based learning and more, catering to every type of learner.
Yes, the program includes a strategic exam preparation process and dedicated Student Success Advisors to provide tailored support based on performance.
The course includes expert-led video-based training, an eBook (“Kinn’s Medical Administrative Assistant”), competency assessments and the national certification exam fee. All materials needed for the program are covered by MedCerts.
The MedCerts Behavioral Health Technician program prepares students for industry certifications that are recognized in most states. However, this program is NOT available to residents of the following states: AR, LA, ND, NV, OK, PA, RI, WI.
MedCerts’ programs, including the Behavioral Health Technician and Medical Office certification training, are designed to meet industry standards and are aligned with the requirements of certification bodies.
*All available job and salary information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, when possible, or compiled from national reported averages and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.