Part of the Mental & Behavioral Health and Apprenticeships (MBHA) program at Santa Clara County Office of Eucation (SCCOE), Educator Preparation Programs (EPP), the Educator Career Workforce Pathways - School-Based Mental Health (SBMH) application provides candidates access points to pursue and complete a pupil personnel services credential as a school-based social worker, counselor, psychologist, or wellness coach, regardless of current educational level.

The SBMH program endeavors to support candidates in navigating the academic process of higher education, and to reduce or completely eliminate the tuition costs associated with obtaining higher education degrees, credentials and/or licensure. SBMH supports this process for the candidates by administering available grants distributed by the United States Department of Education, California State Department of Education, and California Community Colleges Apprenticeship Initiative.

Available grants can help candidates cover tuition costs and living expenses. Candidates may qualify for more than one grant at a time, and may be eligible for grants throughout the life of their educational program.

Application Process

  1. Application is submitted by candidate.
  2. Application is reviewed by a Program Coordinator.
  3. Program Coordinator will contact applicant via email to notify them of their application status and next steps.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  1. Is there a cost associated with the application?
    • There is no cost associated with the application.
  2. Do I need to submit any documents with the application?
    • No documents will be required for this application.
  3. How long will it take for the coordinator to contact me about my application?
    • It may take up to two weeks for a coordinator to contact you.
  4. Who do I contact with questions about the SBMH program and application?

Learn more about all the pathways, grants, and resources available through the Mental & Behavioral Health & Apprenticeships (MBHA) program at SCCOE by visiting: https://sccoe.to/MBHA.

To begin your application, click "Apply Now" below. If you don’t already have an online profile in the Application Portal, you’ll be prompted to create one before completing the application.

When completing the online application, please make sure you press the button Save before pressing the Submit button! By proceeding as such, we will receive all your information and documents, if the case, and your application will be complete. Otherwise, your application will show as being in progress.

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