Mental Health Tech Schools in Knoxville, TN

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

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

#1

The University of Tennessee-Knoxville

Knoxville, TN 1.3 miles away BOC Score 74.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 18
  • Annual completions: 934
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Johnson University

Knoxville, TN 11.4 miles away BOC Score 46.6
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  • Programs offered: 1
  • Annual completions: 10
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Carson-Newman University

Jefferson City, TN 27.8 miles away BOC Score 48.5
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  • In-state tuition: $34,700
  • Out-of-state tuition: $34,700
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 90%
  • Graduation rate: 50%
  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 41
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Lincoln Memorial University

Harrogate, TN 44.6 miles away BOC Score 51.6
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  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 278
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Southwestern Community College

Sylva, NC 60 miles away BOC Score 62.2
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  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 533
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Tri-County Community College

Murphy, NC 62.3 miles away BOC Score 50.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 128
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College

Asheville, NC 83.1 miles away BOC Score 44.6
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  • Programs offered: 64
  • Annual completions: 1,663
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Tennessee Technological University

Cookeville, TN 88.2 miles away BOC Score 61.8
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  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 140
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Southern Adventist University

Collegedale, TN 88.8 miles away BOC Score 45.6
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  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 103

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#10

East Tennessee State University

Johnson City, TN 91.3 miles away BOC Score 51.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 680
  • Online programs available

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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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