Patient Care Technician Schools in Freeport, IL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare patient care technician programs in Freeport, Illinois. 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 Freeport, IL

#1

Highland Community College

Freeport, IL 1.8 miles away BOC Score 54.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 50
  • Annual completions: 908
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Rasmussen University-Illinois

Rockford, IL 27.7 miles away BOC Score 45.8
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  • 6000 East State Street, 4th Floor Rockford, IL 61108-2513
  • (815) 316-4800
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 165
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Sauk Valley Community College

Dixon, IL 32.7 miles away BOC Score 59.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 639
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Rock Valley College

Rockford, IL 32.8 miles away BOC Score 49.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 52
  • Annual completions: 1,400

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Blackhawk Technical College

Janesville, WI 41.4 miles away BOC Score 45.1
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  • Programs offered: 66
  • Annual completions: 1,207

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#6

Kishwaukee College

Malta, IL 45.6 miles away BOC Score 66.2
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  • In-state tuition: $4,560
  • Out-of-state tuition: $13,680
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 42%
  • Programs offered: 40
  • Annual completions: 399
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Madison Area Technical College

Madison, WI 59.6 miles away BOC Score 59.1
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  • Programs offered: 120
  • Annual completions: 4,231
  • Online programs available

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#8

McHenry County College

Crystal Lake, IL 67.7 miles away BOC Score 58.3
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  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 965
  • Online programs available

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#9

Waubonsee Community College

Sugar Grove, IL 69.4 miles away BOC Score 59.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 1,275
  • Online programs available

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#10

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College

Fennimore, WI 69.6 miles away BOC Score 65.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 70
  • Annual completions: 946
  • Online programs available

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Illinois Patient Care Technician Salary Snapshot

Illinois
Illinois Median Pay $45,960 $22.10 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

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