Do you offer job placement?
We don’t provide job placement, but Patient Care Technician jobs are in high demand, and many graduates don’t have difficulty finding a job upon graduation.
What does a Patient Care Technician do?
Patient Care Technicians administer basic care for patients, such as bathing, repositioning, serving meals and taking vital signs. They work in hospitals, nursing homes or other long-term care facilities.
How can I become a Patient Care Technician?
Typically a High School diploma or equivalent is required, formal training through an accredited institution can also be helpful. After completing a recognized program, the next step is to sit for and pass an industry certification exam.
Can I contact instructors and how quickly do they respond?
Yes! Our instructors can be contacted via phone, email, or private message directly from your course. They will get back to you as soon as possible, and guarantee they will respond within 48 business hours or less.
Is the specific software and technology you need to use for the program?
Our online courses are designed to be compatible with modern computers. The following minimal technical requirements:
Intel Pentium 4 or higher, Speakers, 250 MB free of hard drive space, Windows 7 or higher, or OSK. Internet access. To get more details please review our course catalog here: USCI Certificate Course Catalog
Is this the best online Patient Care Technician school?
We firmly believe that USCI is the top online Patient Care Technician school in the nation. Our curriculum is laid out in easy to learn step-by-step lessons. When you graduate you will be prepared to take the Patient Care Technician Certification Exam (CPCT-A) through the National Healthcare Association (NHA).
Where can I work as a Patient Care Technician?
Patient Care Technicians can be found working for public or private hospitals, nursing homes, home healthcare agencies, hospices, assisted-living facilities, or long-term care facilities.
How much does a Patient Care Technician make?
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Patient Care Technicians earn a median salary of $39,430*
Do I need to get Certified as a Patient Care Technician?
Certification requirements depend on vocation and state. Check your state guidelines to check certification requirements. Upon graduation from our program, you will receive your U.S. Career Institute Certificate of Completion attesting to your accomplishment. U.S. Career Institute’s Patient Care Technician program prepares you to sit for the Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT-A) through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Your CPCT-A exam, study guide and practice text are included in your tuition.
What is the growth potential of a Patient Care Technician?
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Patient Care Technicians jobs are expected to increase 4% by 2033.*
How will this program help me get a job?
Although our program doesn’t guarantee job placement, you will learn all the necessary information to succeed as a patient care technician. We also offer a Career Coach program that will help you prepare your resume.
How long does it take to become a Patient Care Technician?
When you enroll in our program, you choose how much you study each week. If you want to learn to become a Patient Care Technician, you can do it in as little as 4 months. On average, our program is completed in 5 months.
Is it easy to get a job as a Patient Care Technician?
As the medical industry continues to grow* the demand for qualified Patient Care Technicians grows. Our Patient Care Technician program prepares students to take the CPCT-A exam. With certification, job demand, and our career coach program, students may find it easier to gain employment as a Patient Care Technician.
How much does a Patient Care Technician course cost?
Tuition can vary depending on program, U.S. Career Institute's program cost $979 total when you pay in full. Payment plans are also available.
Is this Patient Care Technician Program accredited?
U.S. Career Institute is Accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.
Do you offer financial aid, scholarships, or grants?
No, since our programs are designed with affordability in mind, we are unable to offer financial aid or scholarships.
What is your refund policy?
If the student cancels within five (5) calendar days of enrollment, the student may cancel the enrollment and is entitled to a full refund of all monies paid. Our full refund policy can be found in the Course CatalogUSCI Certificate Course Catalog.
Is it a subscription service?
No. USCI is a pay-by-program school, meaning that each program has its own set price.
Do you have any hidden fees?
Nope! We pride ourselves on having no hidden fees!
Why is your tuition so much more affordable than so many other schools?
At U.S. Career Institute, we are able to offer competitive, affordable prices because of our proprietary, in-house learning system. We are then able to pass on these savings to our students.
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