Mental Health Tech Schools in Jackson, TN

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare mental health tech programs in Jackson, Tennessee. 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 Jackson, TN

#1

Union University

Jackson, TN 2.3 miles away BOC Score 58.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 45
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

University of Memphis

Memphis, TN 72.2 miles away BOC Score 53.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 22
  • Annual completions: 1,288
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Baptist Health Sciences University

Memphis, TN 76 miles away BOC Score 62.6
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  • In-state tuition: $13,796
  • Out-of-state tuition: $13,796
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 82%
  • Graduation rate: 46%
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 63
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center

Memphis, TN 76.2 miles away BOC Score 89.5
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  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 214
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

University of Mississippi

University, MS 97.5 miles away BOC Score 70.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 807
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Tennessee Mental Health Tech Salary Snapshot

Tennessee
Tennessee Median Pay $39,800 $19.13 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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