Patient Care Technician Schools in South Lake Tahoe, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare patient care technician programs in South Lake Tahoe, 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 South Lake Tahoe, CA

#1

Western Nevada College

Carson City, NV 19.9 miles away BOC Score 56.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 55
  • Annual completions: 721
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Truckee Meadows Community College

Reno, NV 44.8 miles away BOC Score 63.0
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  • Programs offered: 73
  • Annual completions: 2,659
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

American River College

Sacramento, CA 76.2 miles away BOC Score 51.4
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  • Programs offered: 70
  • Annual completions: 2,354
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Charles A Jones Career and Education Center

Sacramento, CA 83.9 miles away BOC Score 58.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 140

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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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