COURSES
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
|PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
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Curriculum
CURRICULUM
This course prepares a graduate to work as an entry-level Patient Care Technician in a clinic, hospital, or long-term care facility. Graduates will be able to check vital signs, assist in medical examinations, perform electrocardiograms, basic laboratory procedures, and phlebotomy. This program is taught with a combination of lecture, practical exercises in the medical laboratory, and with real-world experience during the externship portion of training conducted off-campus at medical facilities.
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CLASSROOM-TO-CAREER SKILLS TRAINING
To prepare for a vital role in the health care field, IDTC provides comprehensive, knowledge-based training in the following areas:
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Clinical Procedures
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Laboratory Skills
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Medical Procedures
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Patient Care
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Social Skills
CAREER OUTLOOK
CAREER OUTLOOK
The BLS projects employment of Patient Care Technician will grow 11% from 2016 to 2026, which is faster than average for all occupations.
According to the BLS, long-term care facilities like nursing homes should see increased demand, as technicians will be needed to help care for patients with chronic conditions such as heart disease and diabetes as well as dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
WHERE DO PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN WORK?
Following successful completion of the Patient Care Technician program, graduates can seek employment in a variety of job settings, including:
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Long-term care facilities
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Nursing homes
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Rehabilitation Clinics
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Skilled nursing facilities
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Cancer clinics
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Blood banks
financial OPTIONS
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
As part of our commitment to your success, IDTC Career Center ensures that you have access to comprehensive information and guidance in navigating the financial process. IDTC offers financial assistance and scholarship programs to those who qualify.
FAQs
FAQ
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HOW LONG IS THE PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN PROGRAM AT IDTC CAREER CENTER?
The Patient Care Technician program at IDTC Career Center can be completed in as little as 6 Months.
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WHEN DOES IDTC’S PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN PROGRAM START?
Call us to find out when the Patient Care Technician program starts at IDTC. Program start dates are also listed in the catalog, which can be found at www.idtccenter.populiweb.com
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WHAT IS THE PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN CAREER OUTLOOK?
The BLS projects employment of Patient Care Technician will grow 11% from 2016 to 2026, which is faster than average for all occupations.
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WHY SHOULD I BECOME A PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN?
A PCT is essential to the healthcare industry and makes a positive impact daily to those in need. This career allows you to work with and build relationships with your healthcare team along with the patients you care for.
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DOES THE PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN PROGRAM OFFER EXTERNSHIPS?
IDTC Career Center incorporates real-world training and off-site clinical experiences in our healthcare programs.
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HOW MUCH IS TUITION FOR IDTC'S PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN PROGRAM?
For program-specific tuition information, please see the campus catalog.
