PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
OBJECTIVE
The objective of the program is to prepare students for a variety of job opportunities in the health occupations areas and is designed to meet the need for cross training of employees in health care facilities. The student is trained for entry-level positions in a variety of medical settings including hospitals, medical centers, nursing homes, home health agencies, and other medical facilities.
Employment opportunities include performing duties as nursing assistants, home health aide, patient care assistants, electrocardiograph aides, phlebotomist, allied health assistants, and dialysis patient care technicians. Students are eligible to challenge the state administered CNA Exam.
Our program is designed to train you in all the necessary practices and procedures, as well as proper recognition of laws and regulations, to exercise as a competent healthcare professional. Job assistance is provided to all graduates.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Patient Care Technician program is taught via a combination of lecture, practical exercises in the laboratory, and real-world situations in an externship environment.
The 900 hour program includes, but it is not limited to, basic anatomy and physiology, related medical terminology, communication skills, ethical and legal aspects, infection control, nursing assistant procedures (including hospital settings), advance geriatric care, home health services, vital signs and safe clinical skills, medical records (charting and obtaining health histories), specimen collection, phlebotomy procedures, EKG procedures, and assistance with feeding and bedside care. Upon graduation a Diploma will be awarded.
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) program trains in all aspects of a normal patient care technician but is further enhanced by hemodialysis training. The program will prepare you in the following:
ECG Techniques
Blood Draws & Venipuncture
Certified Nursing Assistant
Board Certified CHT
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Successful completion of all require course assignments.
- Maintaining a minimum overall GPA of 2.0.
- Fulfillment of all obligations to the school.
CERTIFICATION
PROGRAM LENGTH
- Total Clock Hours: 900
- Weeks: 36
- Externship Hours: 165
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN COURSES
Course ID
Course
Lecture Hrs
Lab Hours
Total Hours
HS-1021
Structure & Function of the Body I
30
30
60
Course ID
Course
Lecture Hrs
Lab Hours
Total Hours
HS-1022
Structure & Function of the Body II
30
30
60
This course introduces Principles of Electrocardiography, and Illustrates the electrical conduction system through the heart and the cardiac cycle; describe the electrical views of the heart recorded by the 12-lead electrocardiograph; compare and contrast electrocardiograph artifacts and the probable cause of each; interpret a typical electrocardiograph tracing, describe common electrocardiographic arrhythmias. Also assisting with Diagnostic Imaging: the basic principles of radiography and the types of x-rays, distinguish among the three body planes and use these terms correctly when discussing radiographic positions; precautions for ensuring the safety of equipment operators and staff members during x-ray procedures.
Course ID
Course
Lecture Hrs
Lab Hours
Total Hours
HS-1040
Principles of ECG & Radiography
30
30
60
This course will teach students current phlebotomy practice and documentation, standard procedures for venipuncture practice, will cover infectious diseases and its prevention, how to use special equipment and possible complications. Also, protocols for venipuncture procedures developed by the Health Department will be addressed to the students with emphasis in accident prevention.
Course ID
Course
Lecture Hrs
Lab Hours
Total Hours
HS-1041
Principles of Phlebotomy
30
30
60
Course ID
Course
Lecture Hrs
Lab Hours
Total Hours
NA-1340
Nursing Assistant Procedures I
50
25
75
Course ID
Course
Lecture Hrs
Lab Hours
Total Hours
MA-1043
Nursing Assistant Procedures II
35
40
75
Course ID
Course
Lecture Hrs
Lab Hours
Total Hours
HE-2021
Principles of Hemodialysis I
30
30
60
Course ID
Course
Lecture Hrs
Lab Hours
Total Hours
HE-2022
Principles of Hemodialysis II
30
30
60
Course ID
Course
Lecture Hrs
Lab Hours
Total Hours
HE-1023
Principles of Hemodialysis III
35
40
75
Course ID
Course
Lecture Hrs
Lab Hours
Total Hours
HE-1024
Principles of Hemodialysis IV
25
50
75
Course ID
Course
Lecture Hrs
Lab Hours
Total Hours
PC-1830
Externship for Patient Care Technician
0
0
165
ELECTROCARDIOGRAM
ECG TECHNIQUES
ELECTROCARDIOGRAM
PHLEBOTOMY
BLOOD DRAWS & VENIPUNCTURE
ECG TECHNIQUES
Did you know that the main cause of death for renal patients is heart failure? Learning to take and read an ECG is crucial for the PCT to prevent heart complications that are commonplace in a dialysis setting You will learn to set a 12-lead ECG machine on a patient and take accurate readings of the heart’s electronic rhythm and distinguish irregular patterns.
PHLEBOTOMY
BLOOD DRAWS & VENIPUNCTURE
Did you know that the main cause of death for renal patients is heart failure? Learning to take and read an ECG is crucial for the PCT to prevent heart complications that are commonplace in a dialysis setting You will learn to set a 12-lead ECG machine on a patient and take accurate readings of the heart’s electronic rhythm and distinguish irregular patterns
PATIENT CARE
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
HEMODIALYSIS
BOARD CERTIFIED CHT
PROGRAM COST
PROGRAM COSTS
Tuition Fee: $11,100
Books & Supplies: $450
Registration & Photo ID Fee: $150
Exam Fees: $205
This covers the cost of appearing for your final examinations at the end of the course.
Total Cost: $11,905
FINANCIAL AID
FINANCIAL AID
MAXIMUM AID AVAILABLE FOR PCT STUDENTS
The following amounts are the maximum amounts available. These are based on the lowest EFC amounts and may vary by individual. Each person, particularly a high income earner, may qualify for less.
Maximum Pell Grant: $7,395.00
Maximum Subsidized Loan: $3,500.00
Maximum Unsubsidized Loan:
$6,000.00 (Independent Student)
$2,000.00 (Dependent Student)
Total Maximum Aid Available:
Independent Student: $16,895.00
Dependent Student: $12,895.00
Program Costs: $12,895.00
Money leftover for student expenses:
Independent: $6,295.00
Dependent: $2,295.00