HI 6900
Patient Care Technician
This program prepares you to work directly with patients in a variety of healthcare settings.
Program Overview
Certifications earned
What Does a Patient Care Technician Do?
The care of patients involves not only treating disease and injury, but also illness prevention, restoring wellness through rehabilitation, caring for the chronically ill, and educating patients and families. Doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals rely on Patient Care Technicians to assist with the critical day-to-day care some patients require. This may include anything from bathing and feeding patients to performing EKGs, blood draws, or assisting physicians with procedures.
- Apply foundational medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and an understanding of common disease processes
- Understand and assist with basic patient care activities, including bathing, feeding, mobility assistance, and catheter care
- Perform safety procedures and support a clean, organized, and compliant patient care environment
- Recognize the unique needs of diverse patient populations and understand the importance of providing compassionate, patient-centered care across a variety of healthcare settings
- Measure vital signs and gain an understanding of EKG monitoring concepts
- Gain foundational knowledge of phlebotomy principles, procedures, and best practices
What You’ll Learn – HI 7000 Patient Care Technician
Throughout the Patient Care Technician certificate program, you will learn how to assist physicians and nurses by providing basic clinical duties in a virtual medical environment. This condensed pathway covers anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, professionalism in allied health, safety and compliance, and the fundamentals of patient care, compiled into three courses taught over 16 weeks. The program also provides an overview of phlebotomy and EKG concepts within patient care training.
You’ll learn a wide variety of fundamental clinical tasks designed to set you apart in the competitive job market. Upon completion of this program, you’ll have met the training requirements to sit for the Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT) exam which is sponsored by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
As a certified Patient Care Technician, you’ll work alongside other healthcare professionals in hospital settings, physicians’ offices, nursing homes, or long-term care facilities to provide hands-on assistance to serve patients’ basic needs.
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Program Details
American Medical Association (AMA) Collaboration
MedCerts has integrated the AMA’s Blood Pressure Measurement Series into our allied health programs, so you’re trained in the most current, evidence-based techniques for accurate blood pressure measurement.
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration & payment
- English language proficiency
- Expert-led video based training
- eBook: Fundamental Concepts and Skills for the Patient Care Technician
- Competency assessments
- National Certification exam fee
The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by MedCerts. They are not included in the tuition costs and are provided at no additional cost to students. However, students have access to these materials for a limited time frame aligned with their program. Access to these materials outside of this period is not guaranteed, and students may be responsible for costs associated with any extended access.
- Dedicated Student Success Advisors
- Tailored support based on performance & behavior
- Exam preparation process
- 1 yr. post-program access to Career Center & Career Coaches
Career Outlook
Phlebotomy Technician
Job Opportunities
Tuition Cost & Payment Options
Total Program Cost
$
2,749
What’s Included:
- Expert-led video based training
- eBook: Fundamental Concepts and Skills for the Patient Care Technician
- Competency assessments
- National Certification exam fee
The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by MedCerts. They are not included in the tuition costs and are provided at no additional cost to students. However, students have access to these materials for a limited time frame aligned with their program. Access to these materials outside of this period is not guaranteed, and students may be responsible for costs associated with any extended access.
Payment Options
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FAQs
Disclaimers
- This program is approved in CA and WA, but individuals who intend to work in those states should be aware that this program is not approved to prepare students to draw blood.
- While MedCerts training and related target certifications may be accepted and/or approved by your state of residency, employers reserve the right to dictate prerequisite education, experience, or certification/licensure requirements for their positions. We strongly advise students to research target job posts from area employers and relevant state requirements, barriers, or restrictions prior to enrollment to ensure eligibility upon graduation.
