Mental Health Tech Schools in Independence, MO

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare mental health tech programs in Independence, Missouri. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Mental Health Tech Schools Near Independence, MO

#1

University of Missouri-Kansas City

Kansas City, MO 12.4 miles away BOC Score 64.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 115
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

University of Kansas

Lawrence, KS 49 miles away BOC Score 72.0
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  • Strong Hall, 1450 Jayhawk Blvd, Room 230 Lawrence, KS 66045
  • (785) 864-2700
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 730
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Missouri Valley College

Marshall, MO 62.2 miles away BOC Score 30.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 41
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Washburn University

Topeka, KS 72.6 miles away BOC Score 53.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 26
  • Annual completions: 396
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

North Central Missouri College

Trenton, MO 78.8 miles away BOC Score 60.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 31
  • Annual completions: 239
  • 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

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Career Overview

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