Patient Care Technician Schools in Apache Junction, AZ

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare patient care technician programs in Apache Junction, Arizona. 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.

Patient Care Technician Schools Near Apache Junction, AZ

#1

Pima Medical Institute-East Valley

Mesa, AZ 9 miles away BOC Score 55.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 530

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Mesa Community College

Mesa, AZ 19.4 miles away BOC Score 54.1
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  • Programs offered: 73
  • Annual completions: 5,754
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Scottsdale Community College

Scottsdale, AZ 22.9 miles away BOC Score 54.7
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  • In-state tuition: $2,358
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,958
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 17%
  • Programs offered: 43
  • Annual completions: 735
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Brookline College-Tempe

Tempe, AZ 24.9 miles away BOC Score 31.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 128

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#5

GateWay Community College-Central City

Phoenix, AZ 30.1 miles away BOC Score 52.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 792

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#6

Paradise Valley Community College

Phoenix, AZ 32.5 miles away BOC Score 51.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 662
  • Online programs available

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#7

GateWay Community College

Phoenix, AZ 32.8 miles away BOC Score 49.9
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  • Programs offered: 67
  • Annual completions: 2,480
  • Online programs available

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#8

Brookline College-Phoenix

Phoenix, AZ 35.3 miles away BOC Score 37.8
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  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 284
  • Online programs available

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#9

Glendale Community College

Glendale, AZ 39.6 miles away BOC Score 42.8
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  • Programs offered: 46
  • Annual completions: 3,127

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#10

Brookline College-Tucson

Tucson, AZ 90.4 miles away BOC Score 29.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 123

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Arizona Patient Care Technician Salary Snapshot

Arizona
Arizona Median Pay $44,780 $21.53 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

Next Steps

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