Program Length
16 Weeks
Certifications
CPCT
Avg. Starting Salary
$36,740
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Become a Patient Care Technician Within Just 16 Weeks
Make a difference in patients' lives by becoming a patient care technician in just 16 weeks. As a critical member of the care team in hospitals, nursing homes, and clinics, you will be there to assist both patients and their families through every stage of their care.
- Assist with patient admission and discharge
- Get skills to measure and record patient vital signs
- Assist providers with exams and procedures
- Provide comfort and quality care to patients in need with our bootcamps
Start your self-paced bootcamp whenever you're ready. Learn at your own speed, on your own schedule.
Schedule personalized, 1-1 coaching sessions to guide you through your training and career planning
Complete your patient care technician training program, learning and assessing to develop the competencies required to excel as a patient care technician.
Get ready for your certification exams with specialized courses that will prepare you to pass your industry-recognized CPCT certification.
Gain the qualifications you need with an industry-recognized certification, and step confidently into the healthcare industry.
Receive ongoing support from mentors after the patient care technician course and access to career services that help you land a job in the healthcare field.
Ensure quality patient care and comfort
Eligibility Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration and payment
Cost & Included Materials
- $3,450
- Self-Paced Online Program
- eBooks: Elsevier – Fundamental Concepts and Skills for the Patient Care Technician, 2nd Edition
- CPCT exam fee
Student Services
- Mentorship from expert coaches
- CPCT Certification Exam Prep
- 6-month post-program access to career coaches
Quick Health Certified Tuition Advantage
Start your healthcare career with flexible and affordable payment options, including full payments, installment plans, and government grants. Our online patient care technician program provides affordable schooling in a focused bootcamp format. Start your journey towards a rewarding future today.
$3,450
Use/mention discount code QHC450 to get $550 discount. Full tuition payment only.
$266
The above pricing estimate covers a 12-month payment plan, excluding a down payment.
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What Will I Learn?
Our patient care technician training program equips you with the skills and knowledge to secure a job in this essential healthcare role. The training is designed to help you earn the CPCT certification and thrive in clinical settings. You'll gain expertise in patient care, assessment, and specialized procedures.
- Course 1 Introduction to Healthcare
- Course 2 Understanding the Patient
- Course 3 Safety
- Course 4 Patient Assessment
- Course 5 Patient Care and Comfort
- Course 6 Blood Specimen Collection and Testing
- Course 7 Surgery and Immobility
- Course 8 Special Care Concerns and Settings
- Course 9 EKG
Download the syllabus for full details on the certified patient care technician course.
Download SyllabusPreparing for the Patient Care Technician Certification Exam (CPCT)
Our online training program and coaching ensure you're prepared to pass the nationally recognized CPCT Certification exam provided by the NHA.
Career Possibilities for Patient Care Technicians
As certified patient care technicians, you will be a vital part of healthcare teams across various settings. With the demand for this role on the rise, there are numerous job opportunities available in hospitals, nursing homes, home healthcare, and more. Quick Health Certified's patient care technician training program equips you with the skills and knowledge through comprehensive courses and hands-on training, ensuring you're ready to pursue certification and succeed in these fast-growing healthcare environments.
Hospitals
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Hospitals
Patient care technicians working in hospitals provide medical services during patient stays and visits. Job responsibilities may include collecting fluid or specimen samples, monitoring vital signs or EKG signals, and keeping patient rooms clean and sanitized.
Average Annual Salary: $35,190
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
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Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
The elderly population is growing and so is the demand for patient care technicians in nursing homes and residential care facilities. Working under the supervision of a nurse, PCTs may assist with patient hygiene and transportation and monitor for changes in behavior or eating habits.
Average Annual Salary: $31,520
Skilled Nursing Facilities
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Skilled Nursing Facilities
Skilled nursing facilities may include inpatient rehabilitation and medical treatment centers providing transitional care. Patient care technicians will support patients recovering from illness, injury or surgery by helping them regain the ability to perform daily activities, such as personal hygiene, dressing, walking, and getting in and out of bed. The goal is to get patients well enough to go home.
Average Annual Salary: $32,090
Home Health Care Services
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Home Health Care Services
Home health patient care technicians provide basic health-related services to patients with disabilities or chronic illnesses. Under the direction of medical practitioners, daily tasks may include measuring vital signs, such as pulse, temperature, and respiration rate, helping with medical equipment, and changing bandages or dressings.
Average Annual Salary: $29,930
Free Career Assessment
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*All salaries according to 2021 estimates released by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Patient Care Technician Training Program FAQs
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