Application

Completed applications are due to VHST by the end of the first week of September. Applicants will be interviewed at their local mental health agency by mid-October and acceptances will be mailed by the end of October.

Applications will be accepted from your area ONLY if your local mental health agency has made a job commitment and is sponsoring a student position. Check with your case manager, the agency's Director of Community Support Services or Mental Health Director to find out if student slots are available in your area.

Admission Requirements

Applicants must be a resident of Virginia and must have a documented serious mental health-related disability; at least one inpatient psychiatric hospitalization is preferred.
· Must be eligible for services from the Virginia Department of Rehabilitative Services.
· Must have a significant period of clinical stability and self-management of medications prior to application.
· Active participation in a clinical treatment program.
· Have a strong interest in working in the mental health field.
· Have the ability to read, write, and do math on at least an 8th grade level; must have achieved a H.S. diploma or G.E.D.
· Accepted applicants must be willing and able to live in Charlottesville while attending classes full time for 16 weeks at PVCC. Housing will be provided.

If you are interested in applying, applications are available in August for the following school year. Check with you mental health provider for an application or contact the VHST.

Click here to download the application directions
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