Delta College, located in Stockton, California, offers a 46-week psychiatric technician program. The program accepts 15 students per term, and all applicants must have at least an associate degree. Courses in the program cover topics in developmental disabilities, human development, psychiatric technician nursing and medical terminology. Students have an opportunity to perform field experiences at San Joaquin General Hospital and St. Joseph's Medical Center. Graduates of the program are awarded a certificate.
Located in Napa, California, Napa Valley College offers a three-semester psychiatric technician certificate program. The program teaches students about nursing fundamentals, client rights, case management, behavior modification, crisis intervention, domestic violence and substance abuse. The program is accredited through the State Board of Vocational Nurses and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT). Graduates of the program often find career opportunities at various local medical facilities, including Napa State Hospital and Sonoma Developmental Center.
Santa Rosa Community College in California offers a 55-credit psychiatric technician certificate of achievement. Students must complete 1,564 hours of coursework and training over three semesters. Courses in the program teach students about nutrition and diet therapy, general psychology, fundamentals of nursing, psychiatric nursing and developmental disabilities. The program teaches students to work with patients who are living with mental and emotional disorders. Graduates of the program are prepared to take the licensing examination through BVNPT.
Located in Marysville, California, Yuba College offers a four-semester psychiatric technology certificate program. Courses in the program include psychiatric disorders, crisis management, pharmacology, life cycle growth, principles of nutrition and nursing science. In addition to academic coursework, students also need to complete clinical experience at local medical facilities. The clinical experience offers students an opportunity to work and learn in a professional environment. Applicants need to be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma.