Patient Care Technician
A Patient Care Technician is a health technician working under the supervision of nursing and medical staff.
Why Choose New York Academy
Graduates pursue roles as a Patient Care Technician in hospitals, clinics, and healthcare practices.
What You’ll Learn
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Hands-on clinical training with real equipment
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Small class sizes with individualized instruction
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Taught by working healthcare professionals
The Patient Care Technician program trains you to provide direct, hands-on patient care under the supervision of nursing and medical staff. You will learn vital signs, basic nursing skills, phlebotomy, and EKG basics, making you a versatile addition to any care team in as little as sixteen weeks.
A Multi-Skilled Clinical Role
Patient Care Technicians combine several clinical skill sets into one role, giving graduates access to opportunities in:
Hospital medical-surgical and telemetry units
Long-term care and rehabilitation facilities
Outpatient clinics
Dialysis centers
Hands-On Skills Training
You will practice vital signs, basic nursing procedures, specimen collection, and EKG technique in lab before progressing to a supervised clinical externship.
Built Around the Certification Exam
Curriculum is mapped to the national Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT) exam content outline.
Train versatile patient care technicians who can safely perform vital signs, basic nursing care, phlebotomy, and EKG procedures while communicating professionally with patients and care teams.
Clinical Foundations
Build the medical knowledge every patient care technician needs:
Anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
Infection control and standard precautions
Patient rights, HIPAA, and documentation
Direct Patient Care Skills
Develop hands-on competency through supervised practice:
Vital signs and basic nursing procedures
Phlebotomy and specimen collection
EKG acquisition basics
Mobility assistance and safe patient handling
Professional Practice
Prepare for the clinical workplace and certification exam:
Communication with patients, families, and care teams
Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT) exam review
Resume preparation and externship readiness
A 16-week program totaling 300 academic hours, combining classroom instruction, skills lab, and a supervised clinical externship.
Module 1 — Foundations (Weeks 1–4)
Body systems and medical terminology for patient care
Standard precautions, safe patient handling, and OSHA compliance
Module 2 — Core Clinical Skills (Weeks 5–10)
Vital sign measurement, mobility assistance, and daily care tasks
Blood draw technique and 12-lead EKG acquisition
Module 3 — Externship & Exam Prep (Weeks 11–16)
Supervised patient care at an affiliated clinical site
Practice testing mapped to the national CPCT exam
Graduates are prepared to sit for the national Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT) exam.
Applicant Profile
We look for candidates who are physically able to assist patients, compassionate, and comfortable in a fast-paced clinical setting.
Academic Requirements
High school diploma or GED
Basic reading and math proficiency
Required Documentation
Completed admission application
Government-issued photo ID
Proof of immunizations for clinical externship
Background check and drug screening prior to externship
Clinical Externship Requirements
Scrubs or approved clinical attire
Closed-toe, non-slip footwear
Reliable transportation to the externship site
CPR/BLS certification (can be completed during the program)
Career Outlook
Graduates pursue roles as a Patient Care Technician in hospitals, clinics, and healthcare practices.
Preparing doers and healers for the future through rigorous certifications in healthcare, ministry, and skilled trades.
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