Patient Care Technician Schools in Compton, CA

Updated January 10, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare patient care technician programs in Compton, California. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. City population is roughly 97,550 (estimate; varies by source and year). Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Patient Care Technician Schools Near Compton, CA

#4

Medical Allied Career Center

Santa Fe Springs, CA 9.8 miles away
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  • 12631 East Imperial Highway Bldg D-108 Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670-4710
  • (562) 807-2420

Source: IPEDS College Scorecard ACCSC

#5

Los Angeles County College of Nursing and Allied Health

Los Angeles, CA 11.2 miles away
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Source: IPEDS College Scorecard ACCSC

California Patient Care Technician Salary Snapshot

California
California Median Pay $46,420 $22.32 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $39,530 $19.01 per hour
Data Year: 2024 SOC: 31-1131 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • Schedule options (day/evening/weekend) and expected weekly time commitment
  • Hands-on requirements (labs, shop time, clinicals, externships) and how competencies are evaluated
  • Total cost breakdown (tuition, fees, supplies, exams) in writing
  • Credential outcome (certificate/diploma/associate) and what it’s designed to prepare you for
  • Licensing or certification steps in California (requirements can vary)

Next Steps

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