Free Perinatal Mental Health Certification

We’re recruiting 30 mental health providers to earn their PMH-C and begin seeing Medicaid patients.

We’re seeking licensed mental health providers in WA State who want to specialize in perinatal care and expand access for Medicaid patients. Once PMH-C certified, the cohort will possess the skills needed to help families experiencing mental health conditions in the perinatal period. We especially encourage applications from providers of color and those working with underserved or hard- to-reach communities. 

WHAT’S INCLUDED: 

20 hours of paid training 

• Required coursework for the PMH-C application, provided by Perinatal Support WA (PS-WA) through Postpartum Support International (PSI) 

Application support 

• Guidance through the PMH-C application process (offered through Postpartum Support International) 

Exam costs covered 

• Test fees and necessary travel to the testing site are paid 

Medicaid paneling support 

• Help navigating the Medicaid enrollment process once you’re certified 

Completion bonus 

• Financial incentive for completing certification and Medicaid paneling 

KEY DEADLINES: 

Applications due by May 15th 

Participants are expected to pass the PMH-C exam and begin the Medicaid enrollment process by September 29th, 2026.

If you are interested, please complete the APPLICATION FORM.