Behavioral Health

CHILD PSYCHIATRIST

Child psychiatrists diagnose and treat mental illnesses in children through a combination of personal counseling (psychotherapy), psychoanalysis, hospitalization and medication. Psychiatrists may prescribe medications to correct chemical imbalances that cause some mental illnesses.

DEGREE/CERTIFICATION NEEDED:

  • Doctoral Degree

NEARBY EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS:

Length of Training

12 years

Continuing Education Required

Yes

Median Annual Wage (KC Metro)

$210,000

Annual Job Openings in Kansas

32

Projected 10-Year Job Growth

6%

PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER (PMHNP)

PMHNPs assess, diagnose and treat the mental health needs of patients. Many PMHNPs provide therapy and prescribe medications for patients who have mental health disorders or substance abuse problems.

DEGREE/CERTIFICATION NEEDED:

  • Masters Degree

NEARBY EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS:



*Wage data is based on individuals with National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters Certification. This is not the same as the certificate of completion provided by the JCCC and MCC programs.

Length of Training

6+ years 

Continuing Education Required

Yes

Median Annual Wage (KC Metro)

$114,000

Annual Job Openings in Kansas

40

Projected 10-Year Job Growth

26%

SOCIAL WORKER/CASE MANAGER

Social workers and case managers help people solve and cope with problems in their everyday lives. They develop and evaluate programs and services to ensure that basic client needs are met, and they research, refer and advocate for community resources for their clients. They work in a variety of settings, including mental health clinics, schools, social service agencies, hospitals and private practices.

DEGREE/CERTIFICATION NEEDED:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree

Length of Training

4-6 years

Continuing Education Required

Yes

Median Annual Wage (KC Metro)

$68,643

Annual Job Openings in Kansas

805

Projected 10-Year Job Growth

12%

MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST

Mental health therapists work with individuals to promote optimum mental and emotional health. They may help clients process their reactions and adjust to difficult changes in their life, such as divorce and layoffs. They help clients develop strategies and skills to change their behavior and to cope with difficult situations.

DEGREE/CERTIFICATION NEEDED:

  • Master’s degree plus internship, residency, License (LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, LCP or LPC) 

Length of Training

4-6 years

Continuing Education Required

Yes

Median Annual Wage (KC Metro)

$48,520

Annual Job Openings in Kansas

256

Projected 10-Year Job Growth

22%

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