Patient Care Technician Schools in Ruston, LA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare patient care technician programs in Ruston, Louisiana. 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 Ruston, LA

#1

Louisiana Delta Community College

Monroe, LA 35.3 miles away BOC Score 41.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 46
  • Annual completions: 1,679
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College

Minden, LA 36.7 miles away BOC Score 56.4
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  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 1,546
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

South Arkansas College

El Dorado, AR 46.8 miles away BOC Score 49.6
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  • Programs offered: 31
  • Annual completions: 771
  • Online programs available

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#4

Bossier Parish Community College

Bossier City, LA 58.8 miles away BOC Score 42.3
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  • Programs offered: 72
  • Annual completions: 1,693
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Southern Arkansas University Tech

Camden, AR 75.9 miles away BOC Score 54.0
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  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 499
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Central Louisiana Technical Community College

Alexandria, LA 85.2 miles away BOC Score 57.4
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  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 2,091
  • Online programs available

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#7

University of Arkansas at Monticello

Monticello, AR 87.3 miles away BOC Score 49.8
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  • In-state tuition: $9,292
  • Out-of-state tuition: $14,857
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  • Graduation rate: 46%
  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 716
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana

Hope, AR 94.4 miles away BOC Score 49.9
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  • Programs offered: 38
  • Annual completions: 520
  • Online programs available

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Louisiana Patient Care Technician Salary Snapshot

Louisiana
Louisiana Median Pay $30,510 $14.67 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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Career Overview

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