Patient Care Technician

Acquire the skills to provide compassionate care in a fast-paced environment. In this program, you’ll learn how to interact with patients, discuss medical procedures, and conduct essential clinical tasks. In just 4 to 6 months, you can earn your certificate and start working!

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This Patient Care Technician Program Is A Great Fit For:

  • Individuals interested in a career in healthcare
  • Recent high school graduates
  • Any student, healthcare professional, or aspiring healthcare worker who’s looking to join a booming field with opportunities for growth

About the Online Patient Care Technician Certificate Program

Course Length

4-6 Months

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Time Commitments

15-20 Hours Per Week

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Certifications
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How Much Does a Patient Care Technician Certificate Cost?

We believe everyone should have access to higher education. With the option to pay in full, break down payments or utilize government grant funding, we help expand that access. Speak with an enrollment advisor to see what payment option you may qualify for.

Pay In Full

$4,000*

Lowest available price

Monthly Payment as low as

$267*

Payment begins 30 days after your course start date.

*This advertised payment is for qualified applicants who choose the 18-month financing option. Other payment options available. Minimum deposit of $200 required to enroll.

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Our Patient Care Tech program equips individuals with the necessary knowledge and skills to pursue a rewarding career in healthcare as a valuable member of any patient care team. Students gain a solid foundation in patient care principles, including vital signs monitoring, personal hygiene assistance, mobility support, and infection control. Upon completion, students are prepared to provide compassionate care, support patients' physical and emotional needs, and maintain a safe healthcare environment and can pursue careers as Patient Care Technicians in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, and other healthcare facilities.

Patient Care Technician Fast Facts

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PROJECTED GROWTH OF PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN EMPLOYMENT

64,900

NEW PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN JOBS EXPECTED BY 2031

Patient Care Technician Career Paths

  • Patient Care Technician (PCT)

  • Home Health Aide

  • Clinical Medical Assistant

  • Rehabilitation Technician

  • Dialysis Technician

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"Patient care technicians enjoy great versatility in the types of jobs they can do with their skill set. Private hospitals, large healthcare networks, specialized healthcare providers and government entities all need qualified PCTs to deliver quality care to patients."

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Interested In A Healthcare Career, But Not Sure Where To Start?

Download our FREE Finding My Career Path Guide. This PDF (5-min read) is packed with all the resources you need to make an informed decision about your future: 

  • A sample profile of a healthcare job, including salary and job outlook through 2031. 
  • A “Day in the Life” job description to help you picture yourself working your new healthcare career. 
  • The 10 questions you need to ask yourself to determine if healthcare is right for you.





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Is this Patient Care Technician Certificate Program right for me? 

If you have some or many of the following personality traits, abilities or desires, a career as a patient care technician may be a great fit!

  • Are you passionate about providing compassionate care to patients and improving their well-being?  
  • Do you thrive in fast-paced environments, staying calm under pressure while multitasking effectively?  
  • Do you enjoy working as part of a healthcare team, collaborating with nurses, doctors and other medical professionals?  
  • Are you physically fit and capable of lifting, moving and assisting patients with mobility challenges?  
  • Are you prepared for the emotional demands of the job, providing support and empathy to patients and their families?  
  • Are you seeking a career with diverse job opportunities in various healthcare settings, from hospitals to long-term care facilities? 
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Why Choose St. Ambrose University?

The Patient Care Technician Certificate Program at St. Ambrose University offers students:

  • Flexible scheduling options, which allow you to balance your studies with personal commitments.
  • A program with an emphasis on professionalism, ethics and patient-centered care.
  • Affordable tuition fees and financing options for those who qualify.
  • Convenient and accessible learning from anywhere in the U.S. — without geographical constraints.
  • Supportive online community and resources for networking and career development.

Inquire Today

Ready to begin your career journey or have more questions? Connect with a Workforce Training Specialist today!

Thank you for your interest, you have an exciting journey ahead!

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