Patient Care Technician Schools in Watauga, TX

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare patient care technician programs in Watauga, Texas. 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 Watauga, TX

#1

Tarrant County College District

Fort Worth, TX 9.5 miles away BOC Score 60.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 85
  • Annual completions: 2,555
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Arlington Career Institute

Arlington, TX 13.2 miles away BOC Score 57.5
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  • 2201 E Lamar Boulevard Suite # 150 Arlington, TX 76006-7439
  • (972) 647-1607
Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 75%
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 347
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

CTK Healthcare & Career Institute

Irving, TX 15.1 miles away BOC Score 65.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 302

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Dallas College

Dallas, TX 27.5 miles away BOC Score 60.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 85
  • Annual completions: 7,540
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Southern Oklahoma Technology Center

Ardmore, OK 91.4 miles away BOC Score 54.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 43
  • Annual completions: 932

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#6

Trinity Valley Community College

Athens, TX 93.6 miles away BOC Score 55.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 50
  • Annual completions: 1,523
  • Online programs available

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Texas Patient Care Technician Salary Snapshot

Texas
Texas Median Pay $37,500 $18.03 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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