Mental Health Tech Schools in Chester, PA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare mental health tech programs in Chester, Pennsylvania. 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 Chester, PA

#1

Pennsylvania Institute of Technology

Media, PA 4.4 miles away BOC Score 42.5
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $14,850
  • Out-of-state tuition: $14,850
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 27%
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 176
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

University of Pennsylvania

Philadelphia, PA 11.9 miles away BOC Score 83.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 758
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Drexel University

Philadelphia, PA 12.2 miles away BOC Score 71.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 1,076
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

Philadelphia, PA 13.7 miles away
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 133
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

West Chester University of Pennsylvania

West Chester, PA 14 miles away BOC Score 69.4
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  • University Avenue and High Street West Chester, PA 19383
  • (610) 436-1000
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 278
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA 14.5 miles away BOC Score 75.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 26
  • Annual completions: 293
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Temple University

Philadelphia, PA 15 miles away BOC Score 68.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 1,252
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Wilmington University

New Castle, DE 16 miles away BOC Score 45.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 22
  • Annual completions: 2,043
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Rowan University

Glassboro, NJ 16.3 miles away BOC Score 68.6
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $16,574
  • Out-of-state tuition: $26,932
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 78%
  • Graduation rate: 68%
  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 1,556
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

La Salle University

Philadelphia, PA 17.6 miles away BOC Score 64.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 140
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Pennsylvania Mental Health Tech Salary Snapshot

Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Median Pay $43,930 $21.12 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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