Patient Care Technician

NEXT CLASS BEGINS August 19, 2020 (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

Admission Requirements:

• Schedule the TABE  or provide official documentation for a TABE Exemption to your program counselor.
• Schedule an appointment with your program counselor for TABE results and/or a program specific orientation.
• Applicants must complete a physical examination report, immunization record, drug screening (approved vendor only), and background check (approved vendor only).
• Register for classes during open enrollment.  Please be advised that registration runs on a first come, first served basis.
• For additional information, please contact the Office of Admissions at (754) 321-5700.

Program Hours and Schedule:

600 Hours/6 Months/Hybrid

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 3:30 pm

This program is offered twice per year in August and January

Industry Certifications and Licensure:

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.

Program Costs:

Florida Residents Tuition / Registration Fees…………………………………………………………………………$1,680.00

Out of State Tuition/Registration Fees……………………………………………………………………………………$6,720.00

Books/Supplies………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..$224.00

Industry Certification & State Credential Exam Costs………………………………………………………….$249.00

Approximate Program Cost………………………………………………………………………………………………..$2,460.00

Out of State Approximate Program Cost……………………………………………………………………………….$7,500.00

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.

Counselor for Patient Care Technician

Rachel Victor, Certified School Counselor

(754) 321-5753 or Rachel.Victor@browardschools.com