Programs / Allied Health
Postsecondary & Concurrent EnrollmentPatient Care
Technician
Advance beyond CNA fundamentals with specialized skills in phlebotomy, EKGs, wound care, and rehabilitation support, preparing you to sit for four healthcare credentials in a single semester.
This program does not qualify for Federal Financial Aid (Pell Grants, SEOG, or Federal Work Study). Contact admissions for information on other funding options.
Program Overview
About the Program
The Patient Care Technician program runs one semester across 18 weeks and 281 hours of advanced clinical training. It builds on Certified Nurse Aide fundamentals, adding specialized skills in phlebotomy, EKGs, lab specimen collection, wound care, patient transfers, and rehabilitation support.
The curriculum emphasizes direct patient assistance, technical competencies, and professional conduct in a healthcare environment.
For a full course breakdown, view the General Catalog (PDF).
Eligibility
Who Can Enroll
Open to post-secondary and concurrent enrollment students. No prior healthcare certification is required for admission. The program covers CNA fundamentals as part of the curriculum.
Four Healthcare Credentials
Prepares you to sit for these exams
Related Program
Nurse Aide
The PCT program builds on CNA-level skills. If you are new to healthcare, the Nurse Aide program is a great first step.
View Nurse Aide ProgramScrubs Included
Scrub tops and t-shirts are included in your program fees. Additional pairs available tax-free through our partner: 9.95 Uniforms, TCR custom scrubs.
Class Schedule
Two Schedule Options
Morning · In-Seat
Monday – Friday
7:30 AM – 11:05 AM
Delta campus
Afternoon · In-Seat
Monday – Friday
12:00 PM – 3:35 PM
Delta campus
Admissions Requirements
Conditions of Enrollment
A photocopy of your valid government-issued photo ID.
Proof of all required immunizations.
Completed through Complio.
Sent directly to TCR from the school you previously attended.
Mandatory attendance required to review program expectations and policies.
Tuition & Fees
Program Cost
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Spring 2027 Cohort
Applications are open for the Spring 2027 Patient Care Technician cohort, starting January 2027.