Online Patient Care Technician Course & Certification Overview

Are you looking to broaden your certifications in the medical field? The Patient Care Technician training program is for those who are looking for higher levels of employment. Patient Care Technicians perform many duties such as performing electrocardiograms (ECGs), drawing blood (venipunctures), making a patient’s bed, performing oral care & denture care, peri-care, emptying, and measuring a urine drainage bag, setting up feeding tubes, passing medications and charting.

The 100% online course curriculum includes taking vital signs, patient assessment, patient care, documentation, venipuncture, electrocardiograms, and more. They will also become knowledgeable about inpatient management, HIPPA, and OSHA regulations, as well as effective bedside manner, mental health, and professional conduct. Patient care technicians work in hospitals, emergency rooms, physician offices, urgent care clinics, cardiac care units, intensive care units, and with the physicians on home care rounds.

Upon course completion, students will need to pass the online certification exam to receive their Patient Care Technician Certification. Our online classes offer national accrediting exams which allow students to work anywhere in the U.S. and Canada.

Student Experience While Taking Our Online Patient Care Technician Class

The online Patient Care Technician Training is designed to work with your schedule. Courses are self-paced and accessible 24/7. The modules are also mobile-friendly. The curriculum can be completed in as little as 4 weeks, but you will have as long as 6 months to complete the course from the time of enrollment. 

Students will be assigned an instructor who will send them a welcome email that includes information about the student account as well as the registered program. Students can expect to receive correspondence Monday through Friday between the hours of 9 am to 5 pm EST. Your assigned instructor can help you with any questions you may have while taking the course.

Online Patient Care Technician Class Prerequisites

A high school diploma or equivalent GED is recommended to enroll in the Online Patient Care Technician Course.

Phlebotomy Career Training’s Patient Care Technician program is designed for students with at least 6 months of experience as a CNA, Home Health Aide, Direct Care Worker, or other medical professional so previous experience is required.

Online Patient Care Technician Class Curriculum (Modules & Exams)

The Patient Care Technician Training includes 72 hours of course content and covers over 15 individual course topics including:

• Taking vital signs
• SOAP Note charting
• Infection control
• HIPPA and OSHA regulations
• Assisting with minor surgical procedures
• Performing injections such as intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous
• Performing electrocardiograms
• Performing phlebotomies
• Drug and pregnancy testing
• Medical supply management
• Verbal therapeutic communication
• Creating a safe effective environment
• Administrative tasks including organization, scheduling

Students will need to pass a Patient Care Technician Certification Exam after completing the course to receive their certification. Phlebotomy Career Training’s Patient Care Technician program is recognized by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) as well as the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA). All Patient Care Technician students receive one complimentary voucher to take the NHA and AMCA National Patient Care Technician Certification Exam. To be able to use the voucher students must schedule their exam at least 6 weeks prior to the expiration of their course.  

Students should always check with their state department for their licensing or certification requirements. Some states may require additional training or examination before becoming qualified to work in that state.

Patient Care Technician Internship Requirements

Phlebotomy Career Training’s Patient Care Technician program is designed for students with at least 6 months of experience as CNAs, Home Health Aides, Direct Care Workers, or other medical professionals. Students must submit a letter from their employer on company letterhead or a notarized resume as proof of experience.

Students are required to complete clinicals in patient assessment, phlebotomy, and ECG on a given clinical competency form. Students are required to locate and establish their local internship. 

About Phlebotomy Career Training

Phlebotomy Career Training (PCT) has been educating students and professionals throughout the U.S. with online and in-person programs for over 14 years. PCT is an accredited organization that offers nationally-recognized certification programs.

PCT understands the adult student’s need for quality education, a hands-on learning atmosphere, and a fast-track career path. Students can expect professional educators and quality instruction throughout their course. 95% of our graduates have found employment opportunities in their field! 

Patient Care Technician Class Instructors

Each student will be assigned a designated instructor upon enrollment. Our world-class, qualified instructors have years of teaching and field experience. Our instructors consist of Family Nurse Practitioners, RNs, Doctors, and other qualified medical professionals. 

Your instructor will personally reach out to you and will be available to answer any questions throughout the program.

What’s Included With Our Online Patient Care Technician Class

The course includes the following:

• Patient Care Technician Certificate
• Complimentary 6-month voucher for the National Patient Care Technician Certification Exam through the NHA and the AMCA 
• Access to additional resources and materials
• Access to instructors via phone and email.
• Available tutoring sessions via Zoom at an affordable price from experienced medical professionals, LPNs, RNs, and Doctors.
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Patient Care Technician Employment Opportunities

Patient Care Technician is a growing career field with great prospects. If you are looking for a career path with ample employment opportunities, competitive pay, benefits, and job satisfaction, Patient Care Technician may be a great fit for you. 95% of our students were able to find employment upon graduation.

Do the online courses require an in-person test?

There are multiple national certification exams that PCT graduates may take. We offer one complimentary attempt at the National Patient Care Technician Certification Exam through the AMCA or the NHA. These examinations can be administered both online or in-person depending on the organization and local requirements.

How does the internship/ externship work?

As part of the Patient Care Technician Certification Program, students are required to complete an internship that will allow them to observe and/or practice their Medication Aide skills. Students will be given clinical competency forms by their instructor that they will fill out and turn in to receive their certification. You may see this internship referred to as an externship or clinical in various materials; these all refer to the same requirement. Students are responsible for securing an internship. Your instructor can provide you with a letter to help you secure an internship.

 Students will be given clinical competency forms by their instructor that they will fill out and turn in to receive their certification.

Is Phlebotomy Career Training accredited?

Phlebotomy Career Training is a licensed proprietary school in the state of Michigan and our National Testing Partners which have approved our programs are accredited. This means that the student who graduates and takes their national exam will have accreditation through the National Testing Organization and is eligible to work anywhere in the United States. These organizations include:

• National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
• American Medical Certification Association (AMCA)
• National Telemetry Association (NTA)
• National Association of Phlebotomy Technician Professionals (NAPTP)
• American Medical Technologists (AMT) (Phlebotomy only)
• National I.V. Association (NIVA)
• Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)

Phlebotomy Career Training does not offer Credit hours and therefore does not accept financial aid. We are a private for-profit post-secondary school, licensed by the state of Michigan. Phlebotomy Career Training offers clock hours. These clock hours can transfer to some colleges and universities for credit hours.

Is Patient Care Technician a good stepping stone into other medical careers?

Patient Care Technician is a great way to get into healthcare without any prior experience in the field. And there are many advancement opportunities for Patient Care Technician technicians once they get their foot in the door. The Patient Care Technician training is also a great learning opportunity for those that are looking to apply to medical school or nursing programs.

Is the Patient Care Technician Certification valid nationwide?

Yes, Patient Care Technician Certification from PCT is valid in the United States and Canada.

Students should always check with their state department for their licensing or certification requirements. Some states may require additional training or examination before becoming qualified to work in that state.