Program at a Glance
| Description | Info |
|---|---|
| Program Length | 300 Hours |
| Program Format | Hybrid & In-Person |
| Clinical Training | 120 Hours |
| Schedule | Monday-Thursday 9:00 AM — 2:00 PM Also offered in evening 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM Classes offered two online and two in-person. |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Payment Plans | Flexible Payment Plans Available |
The 300-hour Patient Care Technician (PCT) Program at Coastal Career Academy prepares students with the clinical knowledge and hands-on skills needed to support patients and healthcare teams in a variety of medical settings.
The program combines Nurse Assistant training, Phlebotomy, Electrocardiogram (EKG) techniques, Medical Terminology, and Anatomy. Students develop practical patient-care and diagnostic skills while gaining experience through laboratory instruction and clinical training.
Graduates are prepared to provide compassionate and competent patient care, perform essential diagnostic procedures, and support nurses and other healthcare professionals in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and other healthcare environments.
The Patient Care Technician curriculum provides training in three primary areas:
Nurse Assistant Training
Develop essential patient-care skills, including personal care and hygiene, vital signs, infection control, nutrition, patient mobility, safety, communication, restorative care, and resident rights.
Electrocardiography (EKG)
Learn the fundamentals of electrocardiography and develop the skills needed to assist with EKG procedures used to evaluate and monitor cardiac activity.
Phlebotomy
Learn blood collection procedures and related clinical skills through classroom, laboratory, and externship training. The program provides hands-on experience designed to prepare students to work safely and professionally with patients.
The curriculum also incorporates foundational knowledge in medical terminology and anatomy to help students understand the clinical procedures they perform and communicate effectively within a healthcare environment.
Patient Care Technicians are trained to support patients and medical teams in a variety of healthcare environments. Graduates may pursue entry-level opportunities in settings such as:
- Hospitals
- Long-term care facilities
- Nursing and rehabilitation facilities
- Medical offices and clinics
- Other patient-care and healthcare environments
The combination of Nurse Assistant, EKG, and Phlebotomy training gives graduates a broad clinical skill set that can be valuable in healthcare positions involving direct patient care and diagnostic support.
Upon successful completion of the Patient Care Technician Program, students will have received training designed to help them:
- Provide compassionate and competent basic patient care.
- Apply Nurse Assistant skills in healthcare and long-term care environments.
- Measure and assist with basic patient-care procedures.
- Perform EKG procedures and support basic cardiac diagnostic testing.
- Apply phlebotomy and blood collection skills.
- Follow appropriate infection-control and patient-safety practices.
- Use foundational medical terminology and anatomy knowledge in the healthcare environment.
- Communicate professionally with patients and members of the healthcare team.
- Support nurses and other medical professionals in the delivery of patient care.
- Apply their classroom and laboratory training in clinical settings.
Admission Requirements
Applicants should be prepared to provide:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Government-issued photo ID
- Current TB Test (within one year)
- Immunization records
- Successfully complete the Digital Learning Readiness Assessment required for hybrid coursework
Additional program documentation may be required during enrollment.
Why Choose Coastal Career Academy?
- Licensed healthcare training institution serving Southeastern Massachusetts since 1999
- Experienced instructors with real-world healthcare backgrounds
- Hands-on laboratory instruction
- Supervised clinical experience
- Monthly class starts
- Flexible payment plan options
- Career preparation and employment assistance after graduation
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Start Your Healthcare Career?
If you're ready to begin a rewarding career caring for others, Coastal Career Academy is ready to help you take the first step.
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