Certificate
Overview
The Patient Care Technician Certificate prepares students to work in hospitals, doctors’ offices, medical clinics, skilled nursing facilities, as well as other short-term and long-term care facilities under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse.
Graduates of this program are eligible to apply to take the competency exams for state certification in Nurse Assisting through the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, and national certification in Patient Care Technician and Phlebotomy.
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- Program Documents
- Additional Requirements
- Students must have evidence of valid AHA Healthcare Provider CPR certification, and preclinical orientation as applicable.
- Completed health physical including required immunizations prior to starting the PCT program.
- A criminal background check is required for clinical experiences.
- Students must be able to attend all clinical experiences.
- A negative 10-panel drug screen is required. Random screens can be performed throughout the program.
- After registering for the PCT program, students are required to attend a scheduled mandatory orientation meeting.
