Patient Care Technician Schools in Ft. Smith, AR

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare patient care technician programs in Ft. Smith, Arkansas. 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.

Patient Care Technician Schools Near Ft. Smith, AR

#1

University of Arkansas Community College Rich Mountain

Mena, AR 53.1 miles away BOC Score 40.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 294

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Connors State College

Warner, OK 54.3 miles away BOC Score 49.1
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 263
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Indian Capital Technology Center-Muskogee

Muskogee, OK 60.6 miles away BOC Score 68.1
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 2,292

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Arkansas Tech University

Russellville, AR 69.7 miles away BOC Score 58.4
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  • In-state tuition: $8,674
  • Out-of-state tuition: $14,668
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  • Admission rate: 96%
  • Graduation rate: 49%
  • Programs offered: 62
  • Annual completions: 3,141
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

NorthWest Arkansas Community College

Bentonville, AR 70.5 miles away BOC Score 52.6
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  • Programs offered: 47
  • Annual completions: 554
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester

McAlester, OK 83 miles away BOC Score 42.2
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  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 1,583

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#7

Northeast Technology Center

Pryor, OK 84 miles away BOC Score 60.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 1,714

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#8

Green Country Technology Center

Okmulgee, OK 91.1 miles away BOC Score 74.8
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  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 373

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#9

University of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton

Morrilton, AR 93.3 miles away BOC Score 49.1
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  • Programs offered: 29
  • Annual completions: 802
  • Online programs available

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#10

North Arkansas College

Harrison, AR 93.7 miles away BOC Score 47.0
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  • Programs offered: 55
  • Annual completions: 818
  • Online programs available

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Arkansas Patient Care Technician Salary Snapshot

Arkansas
Arkansas Median Pay $34,430 $16.55 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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