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MHT Certification in Kentucky

Launch your mental health career in Kentucky. Free training plus nationally recognized AMCA MHTC certification. 2,100+ job openings statewide.

$38,000Avg. Salary
2,100+Annual Openings
11%Job Growth
$650Total Cost
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Self-Paced (8-12 Weeks)
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How to Get MHT Certified in Kentucky

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Top Kentucky MHT Employers

Kentucky's major healthcare systems and state facilities actively hire AMCA-certified MHTs.

Major Employers

Norton Healthcare

2,000+ Beds

60+ MHT hires/year

Address: Multiple Louisville locations

Phone: (502) 629-8000

Louisville market leader

Baptist Health

1,800+ Beds

50+ MHT hires/year

Address: Multiple Kentucky locations

Phone: (502) 897-8100

Statewide system

UK HealthCare

945 Beds

55+ MHT hires/year

Address: 800 Rose St, Lexington, KY 40536

Phone: (859) 257-1000

Academic medical center

Eastern State Hospital

239 Beds

50+ MHT hires/year

Address: 627 W Fourth St, Lexington, KY 40508

Phone: (859) 246-7000

State psychiatric central

Additional Employers

Western State Hospital

45+ hires/year

State psychiatric west

Phone: (270) 889-6025

Central State Hospital

40+ hires/year

State psychiatric Louisville

Phone: (502) 253-7000

Appalachian Regional Healthcare

35+ hires/year

Eastern Kentucky network

Phone: (606) 436-2700

The Brook Hospitals

30+ hires/year

Private psychiatric

Phone: (502) 426-6380

Kentucky MHT Salary Guide

AMCA certification adds $2,000-$4,000 to starting offers

Entry Level

$32,000

0-1 year exp.

Certified Avg

$38,000

AMCA MHTC

Experienced

$45,000

3-5 years

Top Earners

$53,000

+ benefits

Salary by Kentucky Region

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Career Advancement in Kentucky

MHT certification is your entry point to a rewarding career ladder

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MHT

$32,000-$38,000

Entry Point

Lead MHT

$38,000-$45,000

2-4 Years

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RN-Psych

$65K-$90K

BSN Degree

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PMHNP

$110K-$140K

MSN/DNP

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about MHT certification in Kentucky

How much do certified MHTs make in Kentucky?
Certified MHTs in Kentucky earn $38,000 on average. Entry-level positions start at $32,000, while experienced MHTs can earn $53,000+. AMCA certification typically adds $2,000-$4,000 to starting offers.
Is MHT certification required in Kentucky?
Kentucky does not legally require MHT certification. However, major employers strongly prefer AMCA-certified candidates. Certification improves hiring priority, starting wages, and advancement opportunities.
How much does MHT certification cost?
Through EHired, MHT training is free to enroll and learn. The $650 program completion fee covers everything: coursework, AMCA exam registration, exam fee, certification processing, and digital certificate.
How long does MHT certification take?
EHired's self-paced program takes 8-12 weeks (80 hours coursework). The AMCA exam is 100 questions, 2 hours, 70% passing. Total timeline: 10-14 weeks.

Kentucky MHT Regulatory Information

State Requirements

  • Licensure: Not required
  • Certification: Preferred by employers
  • Background Check: Required
  • Education: High school diploma/GED

Regulatory Contact

Kentucky Cabinet for Health - Behavioral Health

Phone: (502) 564-4527

dbhdid.ky.gov

Why Kentucky for MHT Careers?

Kentucky's MHT market is anchored by Louisville and Lexington which together account for 55% of 2,100+ annual openings. Four state psychiatric facilities employ 200+ MHTs with state pension and benefits. Norton Healthcare and Baptist Health dominate Louisville hiring 100+ MHTs. UK HealthCare in Lexington provides academic opportunities. Kentucky's opioid crisis—among the nation's worst—has driven significant behavioral health expansion. Eastern Kentucky faces severe shortages with signing bonuses and loan repayment.

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