Mental Health Tech Schools in Petersburg, VA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare mental health tech programs in Petersburg, Virginia. 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 Petersburg, VA

#1

Brightpoint Community College

Chester, VA 9.8 miles away BOC Score 54.3
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 706
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

J Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Richmond, VA 23.2 miles away BOC Score 52.7
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 36
  • Annual completions: 793
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Virginia Commonwealth University

Richmond, VA 24.1 miles away BOC Score 65.9
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 1,386
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Virginia Union University

Richmond, VA 24.8 miles away BOC Score 37.4
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 14
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

South University-Richmond

Glen Allen, VA 32.5 miles away BOC Score 18.0
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $18,145
  • Out-of-state tuition: $18,145
Contact
Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 29%
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 33
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Southside Virginia Community College

Alberta, VA 38.4 miles away BOC Score 47.9
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 848
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Rappahannock Community College

Glenns, VA 49.5 miles away BOC Score 50.3
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 474
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Virginia Peninsula Community College

Hampton, VA 54.4 miles away BOC Score 39.2
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 38
  • Annual completions: 410
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Halifax Community College

Weldon, NC 55.1 miles away BOC Score 39.6
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $2,608
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,752
Contact
Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 38%
  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 262

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Old Dominion University

Norfolk, VA 63.6 miles away BOC Score 57.9
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 1,428
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Virginia Mental Health Tech Salary Snapshot

Virginia
Virginia Median Pay $48,320 $23.23 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

Compare programs side by side, then confirm admissions requirements and any licensing or certification steps.

Career Overview

Learn more about salary, outlook, and career paths: Allied Health career guide

Explore more Mental Health Tech schools in Virginia or visit our Mental Health Tech training guide for program details, salary data, and certification requirements.

Notice an update we should make?
We strive for accuracy. Contact us here if you see incorrect or outdated info on this page.