Patient Care Technician Assistant Technical Certificate of Credit PCT5
The Patient Care Technician/Assistant (PCT/A) program is a micro-credential program designed to expand the skills and knowledge of Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) working within various healthcare settings. Upon completion of the program, students will be eligible to take the Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPTC/A) exam offered by the National Healthcare Association (NHA). This program includes a 3 credit course that combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills to ensure students are well-equipped to provide high-quality care to patients in various healthcare settings. Topics include, Patient Care; Compliance, Safety & Professional Responsibility; Infection Control; Phlebotomy; EKG.
Students must hold an active GA-CNA certification in good standing to be admitted to the program.
Minimum Test Scores:
Next Gen. ACCUPLACER
| Reading: |
224 |
| Writing: |
236 |
| Arithmetic: |
229 |
Curriculum
Occupational Courses
| PCTA 1000 | Patient Care Technician/Assistant Fundamentals | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 3
Minimum Length of Program: 1 Term(s)