Patient Care Technician Program

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

Program Name:  Patient Care Technician Program

A. Course Objective 

Description:  Patient Care Technicians (PCT) are a vital part of today’s  medical workforce. Under the supervision of doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals, PCTs help tend to sick and injured patients. 

Competencies to be achieved:

• Patient Rights and Safety


• Body Structure and Function


• Vital Signs


• Basic Emergency Care


• Care of Women and Children


• Care of Older Adults


• Procedure Assistance


• Specimen Collection


• Physical Exam Assistance


• Pain Management

Training Services Offered When:  346 hours + 100 hours of externship/ 12 months of program access

B. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):  $3,799  

C. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition): 

• n/a

D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):  

• n/a

E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status/Credential Verification:

Name: Vanessa Plummer

Email: jobtraining@maricopacorporate.com

Phone Number: 480-377-2700

F. Direct Website link to the program: 

https://www.careerstep.com/lp/partner/ap/patient-care-technician/mcor/#pricing

G. Additional Information:

• Background checks requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:  Although background check requirements may not be necessary for attending the training program, participants should be made aware that standard healthcare employment practices require background checks


• Other requirements needed:   None


• Prerequisites:  None

H. Refund Policy: Refund Policy for Non-Credit Classes-Unless otherwise specified, students must drop non-credit classes prior to the course start date to be eligible for a 100% refund.

I. Credentials: 

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  Industry Recognized: Yes

Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization:  Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) and Certified EKG Technician (CET) all via NHA

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  Stackable: Yes 

Career Pathway:   Higher credentials

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  Portable: Yes, this course prepares for national certification, recognized in any state in the nation.


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  Accredited Curriculum: Yes

Accrediting Agency and Link to Website: https://www.nhanow.com/ 

J. Credential Attainment Rate: Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program: New program, therefore no credentials have been earned as of 01/2025

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