Behavioral Health Careers
Our featured partner for Behavioral Health Careers is the Colorado Community College System. Colorado community colleges offer 5 “micro-credential” pathways in behavioral health for foundational skills in mental health and substance misuse treatment. Seven CCCS colleges offer one or more of the following behavioral health pathways: Behavioral Health Assistant Qualified BHA, Behavioral Health Assistant II, Behavioral Health +, Patient Navigator, and Addiction Recovery Assistant. Learn more at CCCS.
- Basic Requirements: HS diploma up to Master's degree, depending on the role
- Typical Wages: Entry level: $18-25/hr; Bachelor's: $25-35/hr; $45-65k/yr (in Colorado)
- Typical Hours: Schedule could be flexible and could include nights/weekends or on call time, depending on the role
- Job Outlook: 6-17% growth over the next 10 years (much faster than the average)
- Next Position: A bachelor's or master's degree could result in a higher position
A Day in the Life in Behavioral Health, made possible by:
Learn more about other pathways to careers and education in Behavioral Health:
Video Series
Watch the following videos to experience Behavioral Health journeys surrounding these 5 pathways.
The 5 Micro-Credential Pathways Explained
Behavioral Health - The Need in Rural Communities
Jeannie's Story - From Addiction to Helping Others Through Behavioral Health
