Patient Care Technician Schools in Homewood, AL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare patient care technician programs in Homewood, Alabama. 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.

Patient Care Technician Schools Near Homewood, AL

#1

Lawson State Community College

Birmingham, AL 4.6 miles away BOC Score 38.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 43
  • Annual completions: 463
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Shelton State Community College

Tuscaloosa, AL 49.2 miles away BOC Score 40.6
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  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 909
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Snead State Community College

Boaz, AL 62.9 miles away BOC Score 53.0
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  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 208
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

George C Wallace State Community College-Selma

Selma, AL 71.6 miles away BOC Score 44.0
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,740
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,610
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 40%
  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 372
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College

Huntsville, AL 91.4 miles away BOC Score 28.9
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  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 329

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#6

West Georgia Technical College

Waco, GA 94.6 miles away BOC Score 51.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 95
  • Annual completions: 4,107
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Alabama Patient Care Technician Salary Snapshot

Alabama
Alabama Median Pay $34,140 $16.41 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $42,260 $20.32 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 31-1131 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • CPCT/A or NCPCT certification exam prep and pass rates
  • Clinical externship hours in hospital or clinic settings
  • Phlebotomy, EKG, and patient care skills included
  • CNA certification included or required as prerequisite
  • State scope of practice for patient care technicians

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