Patient Care Technician Schools in Fullerton, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare patient care technician programs in Fullerton, California. 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 Fullerton, CA

#1

Platt College-Anaheim

Anaheim, CA 6 miles away BOC Score 59.1
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $14,922
  • Out-of-state tuition: $14,922
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 63%
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 304
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Angeles Institute

ARTESIA, CA 8.9 miles away BOC Score 46.6
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 47%
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 220

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Medical Allied Career Center

Santa Fe Springs, CA 9.2 miles away BOC Score 44.7
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  • 12631 East Imperial Highway Bldg D-108 Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670-4710
  • (562) 807-2420
Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 80%
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 70

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Downey Adult School

Downey, CA 11.1 miles away BOC Score 51.4
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 46%
  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 533
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Hacienda La Puente Adult Education

La Puente, CA 11.4 miles away BOC Score 74.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 978

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Healthcare Career College

Paramount, CA 12.8 miles away BOC Score 72.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 788
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Platt College-Los Angeles

Alhambra, CA 18.7 miles away BOC Score 54.3
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $14,922
  • Out-of-state tuition: $14,922
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 63%
  • Programs offered: 15
  • Annual completions: 361
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Los Angeles County College of Nursing and Allied Health

Los Angeles, CA 20.7 miles away BOC Score 83.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 40

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Los Angeles Harbor College

Wilmington, CA 21.6 miles away BOC Score 45.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 214
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Angeles College

Los Angeles, CA 24.6 miles away BOC Score 60.3
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 95%
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 306

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

California Patient Care Technician Salary Snapshot

California
California Median Pay $47,630 $22.90 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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Career Overview

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