Mental Health Tech Schools in Gulfport, MS

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare mental health tech programs in Gulfport, Mississippi. 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 Gulfport, MS

#1

University of South Alabama

Mobile, AL 55.6 miles away BOC Score 48.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 504
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

University of Southern Mississippi

Hattiesburg, MS 64.4 miles away BOC Score 39.8
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  • Programs offered: 17
  • Annual completions: 456
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

University of Holy Cross

New Orleans, LA 65.6 miles away BOC Score 40.9
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  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 42
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Xavier University of Louisiana

New Orleans, LA 69.8 miles away BOC Score 48.7
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  • In-state tuition: $28,733
  • Out-of-state tuition: $28,733
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  • Admission rate: 69%
  • Graduation rate: 49%
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 19
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Tulane University of Louisiana

New Orleans, LA 71.1 miles away BOC Score 68.5
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  • Programs offered: 15
  • Annual completions: 337
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Loyola University New Orleans

New Orleans, LA 71.4 miles away BOC Score 56.7
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 113
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Southeastern Louisiana University

Hammond, LA 83.5 miles away BOC Score 45.8
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  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 360
  • Online programs available

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#8

Columbia Southern University

Orange Beach, AL 84.7 miles away BOC Score 55.6
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  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 7,211
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Mississippi Mental Health Tech Salary Snapshot

Mississippi
Mississippi Median Pay $35,320 $16.98 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)

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Career Overview

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