Mental Health Tech Schools in Shelbyville, TN

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare mental health tech programs in Shelbyville, 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 Shelbyville, TN

#1

Lipscomb University

Nashville, TN 46.2 miles away BOC Score 62.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 17
  • Annual completions: 119
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Belmont University

Nashville, TN 48 miles away BOC Score 61.1
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $42,540
  • Out-of-state tuition: $42,540
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 95%
  • Graduation rate: 71%
  • Programs offered: 18
  • Annual completions: 351
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Vanderbilt University

Nashville, TN 49 miles away BOC Score 91.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 189
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Tennessee Technological University

Cookeville, TN 70.5 miles away BOC Score 61.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 140
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga

Chattanooga, TN 72.2 miles away BOC Score 54.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 675
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Southern Adventist University

Collegedale, TN 85 miles away BOC Score 45.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 103

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Austin Peay State University

Clarksville, TN 87.5 miles away BOC Score 44.5
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $9,006
  • Out-of-state tuition: $14,766
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 96%
  • Graduation rate: 42%
  • Programs offered: 15
  • Annual completions: 495
  • 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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Career Overview

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