Mental Health Tech Schools in Atlanta, GA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare mental health tech programs in Atlanta, Georgia. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Mental Health Tech Schools Near Atlanta, GA

#1

Georgia State University

Atlanta, GA 2.3 miles away BOC Score 54.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 20
  • Annual completions: 691
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Agnes Scott College

Decatur, GA 7.3 miles away BOC Score 65.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 1
  • Annual completions: 18
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

University of Georgia

Athens, GA 61.7 miles away BOC Score 88.3
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  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 1,578
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

LaGrange College

Lagrange, GA 61.9 miles away BOC Score 41.5
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  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 7
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Piedmont University

Demorest, GA 74.9 miles away BOC Score 45.5
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 30
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Mercer University

Macon, GA 78.5 miles away BOC Score 63.8
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  • Programs offered: 24
  • Annual completions: 288
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Georgia College & State University

Milledgeville, GA 83.3 miles away BOC Score 63.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 246
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Fort Valley State University

Fort Valley, GA 90.2 miles away BOC Score 45.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 72
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Tri-County Community College

Murphy, NC 93.8 miles away BOC Score 50.5
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  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 128
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Southern Adventist University

Collegedale, TN 95.8 miles away BOC Score 45.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 103

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Georgia Mental Health Tech Salary Snapshot

Georgia
Georgia Median Pay $46,250 $22.24 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $45,130 $21.70 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 29-2053 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • Clinical hours in behavioral health or psychiatric facilities
  • Crisis intervention and de-escalation training
  • State certification or licensing requirements
  • CPR/BLS and First Aid certification included
  • Medication administration training (where permitted)

Next Steps

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Career Overview

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