Mental Health Tech Schools in Waycross, GA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare mental health tech programs in Waycross, Georgia. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Mental Health Tech Schools Near Waycross, GA

#1

Jacksonville University

Jacksonville, FL 74.4 miles away BOC Score 54.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 165
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

North Florida College

Madison, FL 81 miles away BOC Score 67.6
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  • Programs offered: 29
  • Annual completions: 437
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

University of North Florida

Jacksonville, FL 82.1 miles away BOC Score 72.9
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  • Programs offered: 15
  • Annual completions: 816
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Georgia Southern University

Statesboro, GA 90.5 miles away BOC Score 56.6
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  • Programs offered: 29
  • Annual completions: 1,114
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

South University-Savannah

Savannah, GA 91.6 miles away BOC Score 18.9
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  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 38
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Thomas University

Thomasville, GA 99 miles away BOC Score 39.6
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  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 159
  • Online programs available

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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