Patient Care Technician
Patient Care Technician
Launch your healthcare career with hands-on training!
Gain essential skills for entry-level positions in medical facilities. Learn bedside care, phlebotomy, ECG, and more. Strong communication and empathy skills are emphasized. Graduates can take the Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) Certification Exam.
Learn more about the Patient Care Technician Certificate
The Patient Care Technician Certificate is designed for students pursuing an entry-level position in a medical facility. After completing the certificate program, students are eligible to take the Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) Certification Exam, which is administered by the National Healthcare Association.
Admission Requirements
- Be admitted to the college.
- Must have completed credit in college-level course OR have ACT minimum subscores: Reading 19; English 18; Math 19 OR acceptable placement test scores OR have completed all learning support competencies (if applicable).
Patient Care Technician Sample Schedule
Fall Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| AHSC 1310 | EKG | 3 |
| PLBT 1300 | Phlebotomy | 3 |
| PLBT 1301 | Phlebotomy Clinical | 3 |
| AHSC 1200 | Certified Nursing Assistant | 3 |
| AHSC 1210 | Certified Nursing Assistant Lab | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Spring Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| Humanities Course | 3 | |
| ENGL 1010 | English Composition I | 3 |
| ALHS 1010 | Intro to Health Sciences | 3 |
| Health Science Elective | 3 | |
| Health Science Elective | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Fall Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| ALHS 2311 | Management and Leadership for AHS | 3 |
| Natural Science or Math Course | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| COMM 2025 | Fundamentals of Communication | 3 |
| ALHS 2312 | Contemporary Issues in Healthcare | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Spring Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| Health Science elective | 3 | |
| ALHS 2314 | Medical Law and Ethics | 3 |
| PSYC 1030 | General Psychology | 3 |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Health Science Elective | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
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Career Outlook
Career and Salary Information
The following is a list of career choices that may be obtained upon completing an associate degree or higher in this discipline. Please visit the following website: http://www.onetonline.org or speak to an advisor for additional career opportunities, salary information, and education requirements. Salaries are not guaranteed.
|
Career |
Experienced Salary Median |
|
Patient Care Technician |
$21,290+ |
Further education, such as a bachelor's or master's degree, can unlock specialized career opportunities and advancement. Transfer opportunities to four-year colleges or universities provide a pathway for continued education and expanded career prospects in the dynamic healthcare field.
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