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MHT Certification in Massachusetts

Launch your mental health career in Massachusetts. Free training plus nationally recognized AMCA MHTC certification. 3,200+ job openings statewide.

$52,000Avg. Salary
3,200+Annual Openings
10%Job Growth
$650Total Cost
AMCA Accredited
100% Online
Self-Paced (8-12 Weeks)
All 50 States

How to Get MHT Certified in Massachusetts

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Top Massachusetts MHT Employers

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

Major Employers

Mass General Brigham

3,000+ Beds

150+ MHT hires/year

Address: 800 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02199

Phone: (617) 726-2000

MGH Brigham McLean - Harvard

Massachusetts DMH Facilities

800+ Beds

400+ MHT hires/year

Address: Multiple MA locations

Phone: (617) 626-8000

State system pension benefits

Beth Israel Lahey Health

1,200+ Beds

80+ MHT hires/year

Address: 330 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215

Phone: (617) 667-7000

Major Boston system

McLean Hospital

177 Beds

65+ MHT hires/year

Address: 115 Mill St, Belmont, MA 02478

Phone: (617) 855-2000

Harvard psychiatric - top ranked

Additional Employers

UMass Memorial Health

55+ hires/year

Central MA academic center

Phone: (508) 334-1000

Baystate Health

45+ hires/year

Western MA leader

Phone: (413) 794-0000

Tufts Medical Center

40+ hires/year

Tufts academic affiliation

Phone: (617) 636-5000

VA Boston Healthcare

50+ hires/year

Federal VA benefits

Phone: (617) 323-7700

Massachusetts MHT Salary Guide

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

Entry Level

$44,000

0-1 year exp.

Certified Avg

$52,000

AMCA MHTC

Experienced

$62,000

3-5 years

Top Earners

$72,000

+ benefits

Salary by Massachusetts Region

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Career Advancement in Massachusetts

MHT certification is your entry point to a rewarding career ladder

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MHT

$44,000-$52,000

Entry Point

Lead MHT

$52,000-$62,000

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 Massachusetts

How much do certified MHTs make in Massachusetts?
Certified MHTs in Massachusetts earn $52,000 on average. Entry-level positions start at $44,000, while experienced MHTs can earn $72,000+. AMCA certification typically adds $2,000-$4,000 to starting offers.
Is MHT certification required in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts 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.

Massachusetts MHT Regulatory Information

State Requirements

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

Regulatory Contact

Massachusetts DMH

Phone: (617) 626-8000

www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-department-of-mental-health

Why Massachusetts for MHT Careers?

Massachusetts offers among the highest MHT salaries nationally at $52,000 average—reflecting Boston's world-class healthcare market and high cost of living. The state operates multiple DMH facilities employing 400+ MHTs with state pension and excellent benefits. Mass General Brigham (formerly Partners) dominates Boston hiring 150+ MHTs annually across MGH, Brigham, and McLean Hospital. Boston's concentration of academic medical centers—Harvard, Tufts, BU affiliates—provides unmatched advancement opportunities. Worcester and Springfield offer lower cost of living with competitive wages.

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