Patient Care Technician Schools in West Lafayette, IN

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare patient care technician programs in West Lafayette, Indiana. 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 West Lafayette, IN

#1

Danville Area Community College

Danville, IL 41.2 miles away BOC Score 41.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 67
  • Annual completions: 523

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Ivy Tech Community College

Indianapolis, IN 59.9 miles away BOC Score 49.2
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $5,154
  • Out-of-state tuition: $9,935
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  • 50 W. Fall Creek Parkway N. Drive Indianapolis, IN 46208-5752
  • (317) 921-4800
Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 38%
  • Programs offered: 147
  • Annual completions: 27,303
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Kankakee Community College

Kankakee, IL 66.2 miles away BOC Score 53.4
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $5,220
  • Out-of-state tuition: $25,830
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 35%
  • Programs offered: 54
  • Annual completions: 875
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Parkland College

Champaign, IL 75.2 miles away BOC Score 40.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 72
  • Annual completions: 811

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Prairie State College

Chicago Heights, IL 83.3 miles away BOC Score 47.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 60
  • Annual completions: 896
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

South Suburban College

South Holland, IL 89.1 miles away BOC Score 48.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 250
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Joliet Junior College

Joliet, IL 96.9 miles away BOC Score 55.1
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,530
  • Out-of-state tuition: $13,800
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 21%
  • Programs offered: 77
  • Annual completions: 2,440
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Moraine Valley Community College

Palos Hills, IL 98.6 miles away BOC Score 60.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 68
  • Annual completions: 3,520
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Indiana Patient Care Technician Salary Snapshot

Indiana
Indiana Median Pay $38,330 $18.43 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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