Mental Health Tech Schools in Cape Girardeau, MO

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare mental health tech programs in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. 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 Cape Girardeau, MO

#1

Southern Illinois University-Carbondale

Carbondale, IL 33.3 miles away BOC Score 55.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 599
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Three Rivers College

Poplar Bluff, MO 60.6 miles away BOC Score 40.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 36
  • Annual completions: 342
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Mineral Area College

Park Hills, MO 62.3 miles away BOC Score 51.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 253
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Missouri Mental Health Tech Salary Snapshot

Missouri
Missouri Median Pay $45,840 $22.04 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

Shortlist a few schools, then ask about schedule options, hands-on training time, and total cost in writing.

Career Overview

Learn more about salary, outlook, and career paths: Allied Health career guide

Explore more Mental Health Tech schools in Missouri or visit our Mental Health Tech training guide for program details, salary data, and certification requirements.

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