2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog

Non-Credit Certificate Program - Patient Care Technician

CIP Code

51.3902

Program of Study

Patient Care Technicians are allied healthcare workers who, upon completion of this certificate program (total of 384 hours of theory and clinical), are CPR certified, technically competent in basic phlebotomy, electrocardiogram, data entry skills and are eligible for state certification as a nurse aide. These skills enable the Patient Care Technician to work with a variety of patients in physicians’ offices, clinics, extended care facilities, surgical centers, hospitals, and community agencies.

  • Acute Care – 38 hours of theory and 96 hours of clinical 
  • Phlebotomy – 8 hours of theory and 48 hours of clinical
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG) – 4 hours of theory and 48 hours of clinical
  • CPR Certification and Data Processing
Admission Requirements
  • Online Application
  • Official High School Transcript or GED
  • Official College Transcripts (if applicable)
  • Copy of Certified Nurse Aide certification



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