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State of Rhode Island, Caring Careers Rhode Island , Executive Office of Health and Human Services

Patient Care Technician

Job Summary

Patient Care Technicians provide basic medical care, including monitoring vital signs, assisting with daily activities, and supporting patient comfort.

Required Education / Training Summary

People starting in this career usually have:
Postsecondary certificate
No work experience
No on-the-job training
 

Explore Programs in Rhode Island

Occupation Program Name Institution Certificate Earned Per Student Program Cost Program Length Time of Day Instructional Hours / Credits Clinical Placement/Field Experience/Practicum? Modality Location Eligibility Reqs/Pre-Reqs Notes/Description Website Contact Info
Patient Care Technician Patient Care Technician American Safety Programs and Training, Inc. Certificate, CNA, Phlebotomy, and EKG Tech $5,511.00  22 weeks Days/ Evenings - Y in-person Providence, RI None PCTs are certified in CNA, Phlebotomy, and EKG https://www.schoolofamericansafety.org/ info@asptems.com