Mental Health Assessment Specialist Training (CMHAS) Module 1
Friday, January 23, 2026 (9:00 AM - 4:00 PM) (EST)
Description
Whether you are looking to refine your skills or earn a certification as a Certified Mental Health Assessment Specialist (CMHAS), join LPCA as we partner with the Justitia Foundation to bring you the most up-to-date and comprehensive information available for becoming a mental health evaluator.
Attend one module, a few modules, or complete the entire certification training with all six modules! If you are looking to fast-track your certification as a CMHAS at a discounted rate, consider the ALL-INCLUSIVE Package!
Synchronous Modules
| Section | Date | CE Hours | Title |
| Module 1 | Friday, January 23 | 6 Ethics | Introduction to Mental Health Evaluations & Ethics |
| Module 2 | Thursday-Friday, April 23-24 | 12 Core | IQ & Adaptive Testing – 2 Days of Practical Experience |
| Module 3 | Friday, July 17 | 6 Core | Personality & Checklists / Trauma / PAI / MMPI-2/3 |
| Module 4 | Friday, October 16 | 6 Core | Substance Abuse / Risk Assessment / Program Completion |
Earn Your Certification as a Certified Mental Health Assessment Specialist (CMHAS) with our discounted All-Inclusive Package!
The All-Inclusive Package offers a discounted rate for all modules including synchronous virtual trainings, asynchronous homework, exam prep, and exam, and an individualized practicum experience required for certification! The All-Inclusive Package also offers private mentoring and FULLY COVERED initial certification costs through the Clinical Certification Association of Licensed Professionals (CCALP).
*All-Inclusive* Package: Synchronous & Asynchronous
| Section | Date | CE Hours | Title |
| Module 1 | Friday, January 23 | 6 Ethics | Introduction to Mental Health Evaluations & Ethics |
| Module 2 | Thursday-Friday, April 23-24 | 12 Core | IQ & Adaptive Testing – 2 Days of Practical Experience |
| Module 3 | Friday, July 17 | 6 Core | Personality & Checklists / Trauma / PAI / MMPI-2/3 |
| Module 4 | Friday, October 16 | 6 Core | Substance Abuse / Risk Assessment / Program Completion |
| Module 5 | Asynchronous | 2 Core | Study Guide / Exam Prep / Exam |
| Module 6 | Asynchronous | 14 Core | Homework / Individualized Practicum for Skills Integration |
- | - | - | Private Mentoring |
| - | - | - | Fully-Covered Initial Certification Costs |
Presented by The Justitia Foundation & LPCA
Recognizing the need for advanced training in clinical mental health evaluations, The Justitia Foundation and LPCA are proud to offer a specialized 46-hour workshop for licensed mental health professionals. This comprehensive certification program refines your skills in the administration, interpretation, and application of clinical and forensic mental health assessments.
Program Overview
Expert-Led Instruction:
Learn directly from Dr. Tom Black, distinguished clinical and forensic evaluator, and Dr. Corey Milsap, expert clinical and school evaluator.
Interactive Learning Experience:
Engage in an immersive educational format that includes email correspondence with instructors, assignments, personalized feedback, and practical application exercises.
Professional Accreditation:
Graduates receive a Level C test qualification attestation from Psychological Assessment Resources (PAR), a premier test distributor, and are eligible to complete the CCALP application and certification exam through CCALP.org.
Curriculum Highlights
Our cutting-edge curriculum integrates the latest empirical research and emphasizes the accurate and ethical application of mental health testing within clinical and forensic settings. Participants gain advanced competency in:
- Psychological and personality assessment
- Trauma and risk evaluation
- IQ and adaptive testing
- Substance abuse and forensic assessments
Live, Online Zoom
Ethics
Core
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