Patient Care Technician Schools in Laurel, MS

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare patient care technician programs in Laurel, Mississippi. 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 Laurel, MS

#1

Jones County Junior College

Ellisville, MS 7.7 miles away BOC Score 45.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 47
  • Annual completions: 1,233
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Meridian Community College

Meridian, MS 52.4 miles away BOC Score 50.6
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  • Programs offered: 60
  • Annual completions: 893
  • Online programs available

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#3

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College

Perkinston, MS 63.1 miles away BOC Score 51.3
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  • Programs offered: 75
  • Annual completions: 1,909
  • Online programs available

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#4

Hinds Community College

Raymond, MS 84.1 miles away BOC Score 53.6
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  • Programs offered: 70
  • Annual completions: 2,718
  • Online programs available

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#5

Bishop State Community College

Mobile, AL 94.4 miles away BOC Score 42.3
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 1,152
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Holmes Community College

Goodman, MS 98.7 miles away BOC Score 53.5
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  • Programs offered: 50
  • Annual completions: 708
  • Online programs available

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Mississippi Patient Care Technician Salary Snapshot

Mississippi
Mississippi Median Pay $31,520 $15.15 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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