Mental Health Tech Schools in Asheville, NC

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare mental health tech programs in Asheville, North Carolina. 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 Asheville, NC

#1

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College

Asheville, NC 0.2 miles away BOC Score 44.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 64
  • Annual completions: 1,663
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Montreat College

Montreat, NC 15.3 miles away BOC Score 26.9
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 81
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Blue Ridge Community College

Flat Rock, NC 19.7 miles away BOC Score 57.3
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  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 515
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Mayland Community College

Spruce Pine, NC 39.2 miles away BOC Score 54.9
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  • Programs offered: 22
  • Annual completions: 155
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Isothermal Community College

Spindale, NC 39.4 miles away BOC Score 48.5
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  • In-state tuition: $2,030
  • Out-of-state tuition: $6,638
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  • Graduation rate: 52%
  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 923
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Southwestern Community College

Sylva, NC 39.8 miles away BOC Score 62.2
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  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 533
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Western Piedmont Community College

Morganton, NC 49.7 miles away BOC Score 58.4
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  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 275
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

East Tennessee State University

Johnson City, TN 51.8 miles away BOC Score 51.9
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  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 680
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Spartanburg Community College

Spartanburg, SC 52 miles away BOC Score 51.3
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 936
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Milligan University

Milligan, TN 52.5 miles away BOC Score 55.2
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  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 51
  • Online programs available

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North Carolina Mental Health Tech Salary Snapshot

North Carolina
North Carolina Median Pay $40,630 $19.54 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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