Patient Care Technician
Program Details
MTC’s PCT program is an extension of our Nursing Assistant program. This program includes instruction of Phlebotomy and EKG with the opportunity to earn certifications for both.
Admission Process
Complete your “To-Do List”. You must complete this list to be considered for an acceptance. Do not follow due dates in the student portal. All deadlines posted here in box 3 . Note: The Basic Skills Assessment test must be taken within 6 weeks of your admit date unless exemption criteria have been documented per State Statute. For exemption information, visit the Testing Center webpage here: .
Certification/Licensure
Graduates are prepared to earn the Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Phlebotomy and EKG.
CTSO SkillsUSA and/or HOSA
Career and Technical credit shall be awarded to the student on a transcript in accordance with Section 1001.44(3) (b), F Start Date August, January Program Length Full-Time: 600 hours – approximately 6 months to complete OCP A Course Number: HSC0003 Course Title: Basic Healthcare Worker Length: 90 hours OCP B Course Number: HSC0121 Course Title: Nurse Aide and Orderly (Articulated) Length: 75 hours OCP C Course Number: HSC0332 Course Title: Advanced Home Health Aide Length: 50 hours OCP D Course Number: HSC0020 Course Title: Patient Care Assistant Length: 75 hours OCP E Course Number: HSC0016 Course Title: Allied Health Assistant Length: 150 hours OCP F Course Number: HSC0580 Course Title: Advanced Allied Health Assistant Length: 100 hours OCP G Course Number: HSC0094 Course Title: Patient Care Technician Length: 60 hours Times Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00p.m. Location: MTC East Campus, 5520 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Bradenton, FL 34211 941.752.8100 Apply to MTC at . Apply to MTC at . Submit your application to access your “To-Do List”. You are not accepted into the program after applying.
Program Content
MTC’s PCT program is an extension of our Nursing Assistant program. This program includes instruction of Phlebotomy and EKG with the opportunity to earn certifications for both.
Prerequisites
PERT Exam (No minimum score required. Scores are factored into your overall application ranking so you are encouraged to do your best.
Financial Aid
Financial aid available depending on student’s eligibility. All pre-admission fees are non-refundable and not covered by Financial Aid. Prices are subject to change. Annual fees (charged each academic year from July 1—June 30).
Estimated Tuition, Lab, and Fees
$2,756.00 Additional Fees Due Prior To Pre-Admittance Application Fee $45.00 Physical Exam and Immunizations Estimated: $100.00 Background Check (All for Life) $70.00 – $90.00 PERT Exam $10.00 CastleBranch: Pre-Admission Tracker $24.00 + tax Books and Uniforms Textbook Estimate (Purchased Online) Estimated: $75.00 TEAL Scrub Top; TEAL Scrub Pants with embroidery from The Scrub Club (Embroidery alone is $9.75/each piece) Estimated: $70.00 Out-of-Pocket Expenses My Clinical Exchange: Clinical Experience Screening $20.00 + tax Exit Requirements State Certification Fee – Prometric $35.00 Background Check (All for Life) $90.00 NHA Certified phlebotomy Technician Exam NHA Certified EKG Technician Included in Fees Included in Fees Additional Required Items (Outside Vendor) REQUIRED ON THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS Uniforms: Teal scrub pants and tops will be worn each day. Scrub sets will have MTC program embroidery done by The Scrub Club: 8527 SR 70 East, Bradenton, FL 34202 (941) 755-9669. https://thescrubclub.com/ White long sleeve tops can be worn under uniform tops, no other colors. A matching Teal Uniform Warm-Up Jacket may be worn. Non-uniform jackets may not be worn over uniforms. Uniforms must fit well and be wrinkle free. Specific details will be provided on the first day of class. Shoes: Solid white leather duty shoes are to be worn. Athletic shoes which are solid white and of sturdy non-porous and non-mesh material may be worn. Shoes must be closed toe and closed heel and kept clean. White socks only. Students must also have a watch with second hand, no smart watches. Estimated Total Cost of Program $3,315.00 Uniforms may be covered for Pell eligible students once aid has been applied to all Tuition & Fee charges. The Scrub Club: 8527 SR 70 East, Bradenton, FL 34202 (941) 755-9669 (https://thescrubclub.com) Textbook cost based on Barnes and Noble price estimate and does not include shipping or tax. Free shipping timeframe is two weeks prior to term start and the first week of the term. Current book list and prices: Financial aid available depending on student’s eligibility. All pre-admission fees are non-refundable and not covered by Financial Aid. Prices are subject to change. Annual fees (charged each academic year from July 1—June 30). Textbook estimate. Current book list and prices: Tuition is $2.92 per hour for Florida residents. Tuition is $11.71 per hour for Non-Florida residents. Visit MTC Financial Aid page for more information. Florida Department of Education: Frameworks Possible Careers And Outlook 31-1014.00 Nursing Assistants 31-1011.00 Home Health Aides 31-9099.00 Healthcare Support Workers, All Other 29-2099.00 Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other Top Local Employers Blake Hospital, Manatee Memorial Hospital, Freedom Village, Westminster Communities. Download Patient Care Technician program details and costs – (PDF, 211KB) Download Patient Care Technician program poster (JPG, 313KB) Apply Now Application Info Program Video Testimonial Video Graduate Success Story Photo Gallery Virtual Tour Video Gallery follow us on Instagram Program Facts Job Placement Rate 100% On-time Completion Rate 80% LENGTH 600 hrs (6 mos) LOCATION East Campus, Lakewood Ranch DELIVERY On Campus, Day DUAL ENROLLMENT Yes Have Questions? Ready to Start Your Career? Contact MTC 5520 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211 Call 941.752.8100 Email: MTCNursing@ManateeSchools.net Or Schedule An Appointment Schedule an Appointment Apply Now Application Info Explore Related Medical Programs Emergency Medical Technician Details Nursing Assistant Details Paramedic Details Practical Nursing Details