Patient Care Technician Certificate
My Academic Plan
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should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester,
complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please
see your Pathways Advisor.
Program Description
This program is designed for students wanting to complete a one-year (two semester) Certificate in Patient Care Technician and enter the workforce. Students explore a wide range of skills and techniques required for patient care. The Patient Care Technician certificate is designed to prepare students for entry-level careers in a variety of health care environments such as clinics, hospitals, nursing homes or long term care facilities. Upon completion, students can take the National Certified Patient Care Technician (NCPCT) exam through the National Center for Competency Testing.
Learn more about this program.
First Semester
| HPR 101 | Customer Service in Healthcare | 2 |
| HPR 119 | Computers in Health Care | 2 |
| HPR 208 | Medical Record Terminology | 2 |
| NUA 101 | Nurse Aide Health Care Skills | 4 |
| NUA 170 | Nurse Aide Clinical Experience | 1 |
| HWE 100 | Human Nutrition | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 14 |
Second Semester
Total Credit Hours: 25
Important Program Notes:
You may take HWE 100 in either Semester 1 or Semester 2.