Patient Care Technician Program
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/19/2024
Program Description
Patient Care Technician Program provides the educational background required for pursuing a career in the healthcare industry. The curriculum covers the foundational knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to function as an entry level healthcare worker. The program outcomes consist of use of performing basic patient care skills, use of effective skills to draw blood and accurately label tubes and perform basic 12-lead ECG technique and interpretation.
Established in 2020
CIP: 51-3902 Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
Avid CNA School
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Support Occupations
- (311131 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
NHA
Quality Assurance
- IBHE
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
23 Weeks ( 280.00 Hours / 0.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $3,339.00 |
| Books | $488.00 |
| Fees | $632.00 |
| Tests | $309.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $217.00 |
| Total Cost | $4,985.00 |
Financial Aid
Application Procedure
The prospective student must be at least 18years of age and must have a valid SSN. The prospective student must call 630-8553977 and speak to the admissions representative to make an appointment to register. A reading comprehension proficiency of at least 10th grade level, a Wonderlic test is to be given in school. A physical examination, which includes a TB test within the last 12 months. A criminal background check (to be initiated by the school) and a copy of health insurance coverage if available. The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $5,000.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Physical Exam
- Reading - 10th grade level
- Language - 10th grade level
- Writing - 10th grade level
- Prerequisites - Valid social security 18 y/o and older
- Other - TB Test
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Online/E-Learning Instruction
Performance Data
Program: Patient Care Technician Program
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/19/2024
Program Description
Patient Care Technician Program provides the educational background required for pursuing a career in the healthcare industry. The curriculum covers the foundational knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to function as an entry level healthcare worker. The program outcomes consist of use of performing basic patient care skills, use of effective skills to draw blood and accurately label tubes and perform basic 12-lead ECG technique and interpretation.
Established in 2020
CIP: 51-3902 Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide.
Provider Information
Avid CNA School
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Support Occupations
- (311131 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
NHA
Quality Assurance
- IBHE
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
23 Weeks ( 280.00 Hours / 0.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $3,339.00 |
| Books | $488.00 |
| Fees | $632.00 |
| Tests | $309.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $217.00 |
| Total Cost | $4,985.00 |
Financial Aid
Application Procedure
The prospective student must be at least 18years of age and must have a valid SSN. The prospective student must call 630-8553977 and speak to the admissions representative to make an appointment to register. A reading comprehension proficiency of at least 10th grade level, a Wonderlic test is to be given in school. A physical examination, which includes a TB test within the last 12 months. A criminal background check (to be initiated by the school) and a copy of health insurance coverage if available. The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $5,000.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Physical Exam
- Reading - 10th grade level
- Language - 10th grade level
- Writing - 10th grade level
- Prerequisites - Valid social security 18 y/o and older
- Other - TB Test
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Online/E-Learning Instruction