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Patient Care Technician

What is the Patient Care Technician program?

This program/course prepares for the Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT). Certified Patient Care Technicians are multi-skilled technicians who assist doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in providing direct patient care in a variety of healthcare environments, including hospitals.

Courses 

  • Introduction to Healthcare - MED 1033
  • CPR/BLS - EMSP 1019
  • Patient Care Tech - NUPC 1020
  • Phlebotomy & EKG - MDCA 1091
  • Patient Care Certification - NUPC 1091
  • Success in Healthcare - MED 1034

 

Program Information

Time Commitment

255 Contact Hours

7 Months

Certification

Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT)

Career Outlook

Learn more at the Alamo Colleges Career Coach website

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Program Requirements      CE Allied Health Requirements Checklist

Possess proficiency in English (reading, writing, and speaking skills)

You are at least eighteen (18) years of age

Some High School

Must have access to computer/tablet and internet

 

Tuition

$3,500
 
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One or more of these programs are approved Ready to Work programs. Find out if you’re eligible to receive free tuition and job placement services that will enable you to secure an in-demand career. 

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Financial Aid Resources

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CE Registration

Phone: 210-485-0500
Email: dst-aceadmission@alamo.edu

 

 

Getting started is easy. Simply fill out our form with a few details, and a member of our Admissions Team will be in touch with you within the next 24 - 48 hours.

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HB 1508 Licensing Requirement

 
This program may lead to an occupational license for which a prior criminal history may make a student ineligible.
 
For more information, please visit:alamo.edu/hb1508