
Developing Nebraska's behavioral health workforce
BHECN was created by the Nebraska Legislature in 2009 and housed at UNMC. BHECN was charged with leading state behavioral health workforce development efforts including the recruitment, training and retention of behavioral health workers.
BHECN’s work is more important than ever as the state faces a critical shortage of behavioral health workers at a time when -- thanks in large part to the COVID-19 pandemic -- the need for behavioral health care is higher than it has ever been.Pathways toward a career in behavioral health
Read a brochure and watch videos that explore the various career paths you can take to become a behavioral health professional in the state of Nebraska.

Upcoming BHECN events
06-10-2025 - 07-10-2025
Graduate Trainee Stipend Program Application Cycle
05-30-2025 - 08-31-2025
BHECN Mentoring Program Application Cycle
Recent News

BHECN hosts inaugural workforce partners conference
Attendees representing approximately 25 organizations from Nebraska and beyond participated in the Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska’s inaugural Behavioral Health Workforce Partners Conference on June 10 in Omaha.

BHECN seeks leaders for Central and Southwest sites
Read about openings at our Central and Southwest sites!

BHECN featured in APA Conference video, co-director sought for Southwest Site and more!
Read BHECN's June newsletter!