Patient Care Technician

Enter a career in the health science field!

Rapid Credential Program

NEXT CLASS BEGINS August 16, 2022 (Click Here for more information)

Program Description:

Are you eager to become a multi skilled provider in a growing medical field?  Under the direct supervision of a professional nurse, the Patient Care Technician will come in direct contact with the patient in the performance of his or her assigned duties.  This program is a blend of classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction. Course content includes:

• Personal Patient Care Skills
• Principles of Infection Control
• Home Health Care Services
• Physical and Safety Functions
• Phlebotomy Procedures
• EKG Modalities
• Restoration Therapy
• CPR, and more

Courses:

Program Costs:

Fees are based on the number of class days according to the Broward County Public Schools’ calendar.  Tuition and fees are subject to change without notice.

Financial assistance is available to those who qualify. Please visit studentaid.gov to apply.

Certification

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Employment Opportunities

• Hospitals
• Nursing Homes
• Home Health Agencies
• Clinics

Accreditation:

For additional information about national and program accreditation, contact the institution.

Admissions Requirements

• Schedule a basic skills assessment ($15) or provide official documentation of a basic skills exemption to your program counselor/advisor.
• Schedule an appointment with your program counselor/advisor for basic skills assessment results and/or a program specific orientation.
• Register for classes during open enrollment. Program registration runs on a first come, first served basis.