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MHT Certification in Minnesota

Launch your mental health career in Minnesota. Free training plus nationally recognized AMCA MHTC certification. 2,800+ job openings statewide.

$46,000Avg. Salary
2,800+Annual Openings
12%Job Growth
$650Total Cost
AMCA Accredited
100% Online
Self-Paced (8-12 Weeks)
All 50 States

How to Get MHT Certified in Minnesota

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Take AMCA MHTC exam online. 100 questions, 70% to pass.

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Top Minnesota MHT Employers

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

Major Employers

Minnesota DHS State Facilities

600+ Beds

200+ MHT hires/year

Address: Multiple MN locations

Phone: (651) 431-2225

State system MSRS pension

Mayo Clinic

2,000+ Beds

75+ MHT hires/year

Address: 200 First St SW, Rochester, MN 55905

Phone: (507) 284-2511

World-renowned - Rochester

Allina Health

1,800+ Beds

90+ MHT hires/year

Address: 800 E 28th St, Minneapolis, MN 55407

Phone: (612) 863-4000

Twin Cities largest

HealthPartners

1,000+ Beds

65+ MHT hires/year

Address: 8170 33rd Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55425

Phone: (952) 883-6000

Integrated system

Additional Employers

Fairview Health Services

55+ hires/year

U of MN affiliated

Phone: (612) 672-6300

Essentia Health

45+ hires/year

Northern MN/WI system

Phone: (218) 786-4000

CentraCare

40+ hires/year

Central Minnesota

Phone: (320) 251-2700

PrairieCare

50+ hires/year

Specialty psychiatric

Phone: (952) 826-8475

Minnesota MHT Salary Guide

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

Entry Level

$38,000

0-1 year exp.

Certified Avg

$46,000

AMCA MHTC

Experienced

$55,000

3-5 years

Top Earners

$64,000

+ benefits

Salary by Minnesota Region

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Career Advancement in Minnesota

MHT certification is your entry point to a rewarding career ladder

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MHT

$38,000-$46,000

Entry Point

Lead MHT

$46,000-$55,000

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 Minnesota

How much do certified MHTs make in Minnesota?
Certified MHTs in Minnesota earn $46,000 on average. Entry-level positions start at $38,000, while experienced MHTs can earn $64,000+. AMCA certification typically adds $2,000-$4,000 to starting offers.
Is MHT certification required in Minnesota?
Minnesota 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.

Minnesota MHT Regulatory Information

State Requirements

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

Regulatory Contact

Minnesota DHS - Behavioral Health

Phone: (651) 431-2225

mn.gov/dhs/people-we-serve/adults/health-care/mental-health/

Why Minnesota for MHT Careers?

Minnesota offers strong MHT opportunities with 2,800+ annual openings and 12% job growth. Twin Cities metro concentrates 60% of positions. The state operates multiple psychiatric facilities through DHS employing 200+ MHTs with MSRS pension. Mayo Clinic in Rochester provides world-renowned opportunities. Allina Health and HealthPartners dominate the Twin Cities market. Rural Minnesota faces persistent shortages—facilities offer signing bonuses and loan repayment. Progressive mental health policies support expanded services.

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