Patient Care Technician Schools in Yakima, WA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare patient care technician programs in Yakima, Washington. 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 Yakima, WA

#1

Wenatchee Valley College

Wenatchee, WA 58.8 miles away BOC Score 54.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 139

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Big Bend Community College

Moses Lake, WA 70.6 miles away BOC Score 66.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 405
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Columbia Basin College

Pasco, WA 72.2 miles away BOC Score 61.3
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $6,555
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,668
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 30%
  • Programs offered: 56
  • Annual completions: 587

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Green River College

Auburn, WA 91.5 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

#5

Renton Technical College

Renton, WA 98.6 miles away BOC Score 63.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 64
  • Annual completions: 901
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Highline College

Des Moines, WA 99.2 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

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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