Patient Care Technician Certification

Three Certificates, One Program

The Alvin Community College Patient Care Technician program trains students in phlebotomy, electrocardiography, and patient care technician skills. In a variety of healthcare settings, patient care technicians assist physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals with direct patient care. Working in settings such as hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities, Patient Care Technicians are employed under the direction of qualified healthcare professionals. The PCT program is offered in a hybrid schedule.

Upon successful completion of each course, students are qualified to test for a certification exam through the National Health Career Association.

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Admissions Information

The ACC PCT program is open to any person at least 18-years-old at the start of the course, along with the following requirements:

• Be able to effectively communicate orally and in-writing with English
• Have a basic understanding of computers and access to email
• Physically able to stand for prolonged periods and maneuver in limited spaces
• Be able to push/pull/lift 50+ pounds
• Must complete all items on Viewpoint Screening
• Highly recommended that students have access to laptop or desktop computer in order to complete online module(s).

Registration

• Click here to apply for admission into the program.
  • Select "PCT Application" under Topic Code.
• Highly recommended that students intend to complete the multi-certificate Patient Care Technician program.
• The Viewpoint Screening process must be complete before registering for classes.
  • Click here to begin the Viewpoint Screening process, select “Start Your Order”, “CEWD Health Programs”, then “Patient Care Technician”
• A member of CEWD will contact you with your next steps for registration into the program.
• Payment in full is due at the time of registration.

Courses and Course Descriptions

Notice: Classes will be held at ACC West