Patient Care Technician Schools in Tacoma, WA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare patient care technician programs in Tacoma, 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 Tacoma, WA

#1

Bates Technical College

Tacoma, WA 0.7 miles away BOC Score 65.2
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $6,027
  • Out-of-state tuition: $12,165
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 43%
  • Programs offered: 70
  • Annual completions: 1,263
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Tacoma Community College

Tacoma, WA 3.4 miles away BOC Score 68.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 911
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Clover Park Technical College

Lakewood, WA 5.1 miles away BOC Score 63.9
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $6,634
  • Out-of-state tuition: $6,634
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 42%
  • Programs offered: 61
  • Annual completions: 1,796
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Highline College

Des Moines, WA 12.2 miles away BOC Score 68.6
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,772
  • Out-of-state tuition: $5,332
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 37%
  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 392
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Green River College

Auburn, WA 13.8 miles away BOC Score 56.8
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,711
  • Out-of-state tuition: $5,263
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 40%
  • Programs offered: 49
  • Annual completions: 1,441

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Renton Technical College

Renton, WA 21.5 miles away BOC Score 63.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 64
  • Annual completions: 901
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Olympic College

Bremerton, WA 24.5 miles away BOC Score 60.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 58
  • Annual completions: 1,182

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Seattle Central College

Seattle, WA 26.5 miles away BOC Score 55.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 47
  • Annual completions: 802

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Bellevue College

Bellevue, WA 27.5 miles away BOC Score 73.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 688
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Lake Washington Institute of Technology

Kirkland, WA 34.6 miles away BOC Score 68.9
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $5,997
  • Out-of-state tuition: $12,062
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 38%
  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 878
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

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

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