Patient Care Technician /Associate (PCT)
Upgrade You Nursing Assistant (CNA) to Patient Care Technician Course and Advance Your Career!
Being a Patient Care Technician can open doors all around you. Are you detail-oriented and good with people? Are you already trained in allied health and want PCT training to progress your career, build your skills or become more competitive for employment?
The Patient Care Technician/Associate Program at Nobel Institute is designed to advance your career in an already growing industry. Our PCT training courses will prepare you to work in countless settings, including hospitals, nursing homes and medical offices of all kinds. Our PCT Course consists of EKG Technician and Phlebotomy Technician. After completion of PCT training student will be able to Nationally certified as Patient Care Technician/Associate.
Additionally, according to the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of Patient Care Technicians is expected to grow rapidly in the next few years, making PCT training increasingly valuable, and the profession is listed as one of the U.S. Department of Labor’s “Bright Outlook” occupations, which highlights the importance of quality PCT training programs.
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Comprehensive 99-Hour PCT Program
Our Patient Care Technician program is structured in three progressive phases to ensure thorough skill development:
Phase 1: Basic Patient Care Skills
Foundation training in essential patient care techniques and safety protocols
Phase 2: EKG Technician Training
Specialized electrocardiography training with hands-on practice
Phase 3: Phlebotomy Certification
Professional blood collection techniques and laboratory procedures
National Certification Preparation
Complete exam preparation for NAHT or NHA certification upon program completion
Patient Care Technician Training Includes:
- Advanced vital signs monitoring – Temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiratory assessments
- 12-lead EKG procedures – Comprehensive cardiac monitoring and interpretation
- Venipuncture and blood collection – Professional phlebotomy techniques and safety protocols
- Urinalysis and specimen collection – Laboratory specimen handling and processing
- Medical terminology certification – Essential healthcare vocabulary and documentation
Career Advancement Opportunities
High-Demand Healthcare Positions:
- Hospital PCT positions: Up to $29/hour
- Dialysis technician roles: Up to $32/hour
- ICU/CCU specialist positions: Advanced critical care support
- Pathway to Medical Assistant program: Continue your healthcare career advancement
Commonly Asked Questions
The Patient Care Technician is a valuable member of the allied health care team. Because of the increasing shortage of trained health care professionals, hospitals are often using the Patient Care Technicians to handle patient care that was previously handled by other medical professionals.
The Patient Care Technician course at Nobel Institute is designed for the Nursing Assistant/Aide who wants to progress his or her career, improve on his or her current skills and become a more competitive candidate for employment.
The Patient Care Technician course is a comprehensive 99 hour course. Course subjects include:
- Vital Signs
- Medical Terminology
- Phlebotomy
- Electrocardiography
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Patient Preparation
- Blood Collection Techniques
- Specimen Collection
- OSHA Standards
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