The Behavioral Health Certificate is for those in human services and others who need an understanding of mental health issues. This certificate provides a broad knowledge of personality and the identification and treatment of psychological disorders.
LSU Certificates offer a cost-effective means to establish and publicize your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a specialization. Upon successful completion of a certificate, you will receive a digital badge from LSU Online & Continuing Education.
Our certificates are intended especially for working professionals and others who need a flexible means of taking courses and documenting the qualifications they give you. The courses in this certificate also earn you college credit, so your certificate could also start you on the path to a credit certificate or a college degree.
You may start any course for this certificate at any time. Admission to LSU is not required.
Prerequisite
PSYC 2000 Introduction to Psychology or PSYC 2060 Educational Psychology or equivalent
Program Cost
This program is comprised of 3 courses, each with a base cost of $904.70. The total program cost will vary due to course-specific costs, such as proctoring and books. You can find comprehensive information regarding these fees and a syllabus on each course page.
Requirements
These online courses require access to a computer with Internet access, email, an Internet browser (Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox recommended), MS PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Format
The courses in this certificate are regular three-credit LSU courses offered through Online Distance Learning. You are allowed six months to complete each course; however, because courses are self-paced, you may complete a course in as little as four weeks. Each course includes a syllabus that explains the course requirements. The courses are completed entirely online.
What You Will Earn
After successfully completing all courses in the certificate program, you will be able to download an official LSU certificate. We recommend you print out this certificate and showcase it with pride!
Completers will also receive a digital badge that showcases your new skill set and provides employers with a reliable way to assess your capabilities. These badges serve as a visual representation of your accomplishments and can be shared on social media, personal websites, or professional networking sites. Badges are distributed through Canvas Credentials. For more information on digital badges, visit the LSU Digital Badge page.
English Proficiency Requirements
Information on English Proficiency Requirements are located here.
FAQ
Behavioral Health Specialist Certificate FAQs
What are the prerequisites for the Behavioral Health Specialist Certificate at LSU?
The Behavioral Health Specialist Certificate from LSU Continuing Education through LSU Online requires PSYC 2000 Introduction to Psychology or PSYC 2060 Educational Psychology, or an equivalent course, before you can enroll. Admission to LSU itself is not required, and you can start any course at any time.
How much does the Behavioral Health Specialist Certificate program cost?
LSU’s Behavioral Health Specialist Certificate, offered by LSU Continuing Education through LSU Online, consists of three courses, each with a base cost of $904.70. The total program cost varies based on course-specific fees, such as proctoring and textbooks, which are detailed on each individual course page before you register.
What is the format of the courses in the Behavioral Health Specialist Certificate program?
The Behavioral Health Specialist Certificate from LSU Continuing Education through LSU Online consists of three regular, three-credit LSU courses delivered entirely online. Courses are self-paced, so while you’re allowed up to six months per course, many students finish in as little as four weeks.
How long does it take to complete the Behavioral Health Specialist Certificate program?
Each of the three courses in the Behavioral Health Specialist Certificate, offered by LSU Continuing Education through LSU Online, allows up to six months to complete, but self-paced coursework means students can finish an individual course in as little as four weeks. Total completion time depends on how quickly you move through all three courses.
What will I earn upon completing the Behavioral Health Specialist Certificate program at LSU?
Graduates of the Behavioral Health Specialist Certificate from LSU Continuing Education through LSU Online receive an official LSU certificate, available to download and print, along with a digital badge distributed via Canvas Credentials. The badge can be shared on LinkedIn, personal websites, or professional networking sites.
What are the English proficiency requirements for the LSU Behavioral Health Specialist Certificate?
Since this certificate’s courses are for-credit Online Distance Learning courses, they generally require advanced English skills, equivalent to a C1 level.