Mental Health Tech Schools in Cedar Rapids, IA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare mental health tech programs in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. 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 Cedar Rapids, IA

#1

University of Iowa

Iowa City, IA 24.2 miles away BOC Score 73.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 828
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Allen College

Waterloo, IA 51.6 miles away BOC Score 93.0
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 78
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

University of Northern Iowa

Cedar Falls, IA 55.2 miles away BOC Score 68.9
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  • In-state tuition: $9,936
  • Out-of-state tuition: $21,712
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 93%
  • Graduation rate: 68%
  • Programs offered: 20
  • Annual completions: 227
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Clarke University

Dubuque, IA 62.9 miles away BOC Score 46.2
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  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 25
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Loras College

Dubuque, IA 63.1 miles away BOC Score 67.1
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  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 41
  • Online programs available

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#6

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College

Fennimore, WI 87.6 miles away BOC Score 65.2
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  • Programs offered: 70
  • Annual completions: 946
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Iowa Mental Health Tech Salary Snapshot

Iowa
Iowa Median Pay $42,910 $20.63 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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