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MHT Certification in Missouri

Launch your mental health career in Missouri. Free training plus nationally recognized AMCA MHTC certification. 3,400+ job openings statewide.

$40,000Avg. Salary
3,400+Annual Openings
11%Job Growth
$650Total Cost
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How to Get MHT Certified in Missouri

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Top Missouri MHT Employers

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

Major Employers

Missouri DMH State Facilities

1,000+ Beds

280+ MHT hires/year

Address: Multiple MO locations

Phone: (573) 751-4122

State system MOSERS pension

BJC HealthCare

2,500+ Beds

90+ MHT hires/year

Address: 4901 Forest Park Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108

Phone: (314) 286-2000

St. Louis dominant - Wash U

SSM Health

1,800+ Beds

70+ MHT hires/year

Address: Multiple MO locations

Phone: (314) 994-7800

Catholic system MO/IL

Saint Luke's Health System

1,200+ Beds

60+ MHT hires/year

Address: 4401 Wornall Rd, Kansas City, MO 64111

Phone: (816) 932-2000

Kansas City leader

Additional Employers

HCA Midwest Health

55+ hires/year

KC metro system

Phone: (816) 751-3100

Mercy

65+ hires/year

Springfield and St. Louis

Phone: (314) 251-6000

University of Missouri Health

40+ hires/year

Academic medical center

Phone: (573) 882-4141

CoxHealth

35+ hires/year

SW Missouri

Phone: (417) 269-3000

Missouri MHT Salary Guide

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

Entry Level

$33,000

0-1 year exp.

Certified Avg

$40,000

AMCA MHTC

Experienced

$48,000

3-5 years

Top Earners

$56,000

+ benefits

Salary by Missouri Region

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Career Advancement in Missouri

MHT certification is your entry point to a rewarding career ladder

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MHT

$33,000-$40,000

Entry Point

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Lead MHT

$40,000-$48,000

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 Missouri

How much do certified MHTs make in Missouri?
Certified MHTs in Missouri earn $40,000 on average. Entry-level positions start at $33,000, while experienced MHTs can earn $56,000+. AMCA certification typically adds $2,000-$4,000 to starting offers.
Is MHT certification required in Missouri?
Missouri 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.

Missouri MHT Regulatory Information

State Requirements

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

Regulatory Contact

Missouri DMH

Phone: (573) 751-4122

dmh.mo.gov

Why Missouri for MHT Careers?

Missouri's MHT market is anchored by Kansas City and St. Louis which together account for 65% of 3,400+ annual openings. The state operates multiple psychiatric facilities through DMH employing 280+ MHTs with MOSERS pension. BJC HealthCare and SSM Health dominate St. Louis; Saint Luke's and HCA Midwest lead Kansas City. Cost of living is moderate with competitive wages. Springfield serves as a regional hub for southern Missouri. Rural Missouri faces significant shortages with hiring incentives.

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