Mental Health Tech Schools in Richmond, VA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

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

#1

Virginia Commonwealth University

Richmond, VA 1.9 miles away BOC Score 65.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 1,386
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

J Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Richmond, VA 2.3 miles away BOC Score 52.7
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  • Programs offered: 36
  • Annual completions: 793
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Virginia Union University

Richmond, VA 2.5 miles away BOC Score 37.4
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  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 14
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

South University-Richmond

Glen Allen, VA 9.6 miles away BOC Score 18.0
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  • In-state tuition: $18,145
  • Out-of-state tuition: $18,145
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  • Graduation rate: 29%
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 33
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Brightpoint Community College

Chester, VA 13.2 miles away BOC Score 54.3
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  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 706
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Rappahannock Community College

Glenns, VA 47.3 miles away BOC Score 50.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 474
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Southside Virginia Community College

Alberta, VA 53.5 miles away BOC Score 47.9
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  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 848
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Germanna Community College

Locust Grove, VA 56.6 miles away BOC Score 61.1
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  • Programs offered: 44
  • Annual completions: 761
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

University of Virginia-Main Campus

Charlottesville, VA 66.2 miles away BOC Score 86.2
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  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 1,002
  • Online programs available

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#10

Virginia Peninsula Community College

Hampton, VA 66.4 miles away BOC Score 39.2
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  • Programs offered: 38
  • Annual completions: 410
  • Online programs available

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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)

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