Patient Care Technician Schools in Bellingham, WA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare patient care technician programs in Bellingham, Washington. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Patient Care Technician Schools Near Bellingham, WA

#1

Bellingham Technical College

Bellingham, WA 2.1 miles away BOC Score 69.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 60
  • Annual completions: 965
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Whatcom Community College

Bellingham, WA 3.1 miles away BOC Score 66.7
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  • Programs offered: 24
  • Annual completions: 441
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Skagit Valley College

Mount Vernon, WA 23.1 miles away BOC Score 72.9
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  • Programs offered: 50
  • Annual completions: 273
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Everett Community College

Everett, WA 53.1 miles away BOC Score 66.5
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $5,032
  • Out-of-state tuition: $11,171
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  • Graduation rate: 38%
  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 786
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Peninsula College

Port Angeles, WA 62.5 miles away BOC Score 58.8
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  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 1,001
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Edmonds College

Lynnwood, WA 65.1 miles away BOC Score 67.5
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  • In-state tuition: $4,810
  • Out-of-state tuition: $10,875
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  • Graduation rate: 31%
  • Programs offered: 69
  • Annual completions: 883
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Shoreline Community College

Shoreline, WA 69.5 miles away BOC Score 76.4
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  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 1,129
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Lake Washington Institute of Technology

Kirkland, WA 73.8 miles away BOC Score 68.9
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $5,997
  • Out-of-state tuition: $12,062
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  • Graduation rate: 38%
  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 878
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Seattle Central College

Seattle, WA 78.9 miles away BOC Score 55.0
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  • Programs offered: 47
  • Annual completions: 802

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#10

Olympic College

Bremerton, WA 81.8 miles away BOC Score 60.1
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  • Programs offered: 58
  • Annual completions: 1,182

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Washington Patient Care Technician Salary Snapshot

Washington
Washington Median Pay $49,180 $23.65 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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