Patient Care Technician (CNA II)
Patient Care Technician “Advanced CNA” Training Course (NAII/CNAII)
The Patient Care Technician Course is a 35-40 hour advanced Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) training program designed for the CNA or Nurse Assistant(NA) who would like to increase his/her clinical knowledge, hourly pay, improve status, and/or further his/her healthcare training & education.
Becoming a Patient Care Technician or Advance CNAII/NAII is a great career choice! PCT’s are essential to the healthcare industry as they assist doctors, nurses, and medical staff in monitoring, caring for, and generating status reports for patients.
Note: According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, PCT and nursing assistant careers are expected to grow by 8% between now and 2029.
After completing this program, the CNA will be eligible for a job promotion as a Patient Care Technician, Advanced CNA Care Provider, Treatment Nurse, CNA II and/or Technical Nurse Assistant in a Hospital, Long Term Care Facility, Private Home, Kidney Dialysis, and More!!!
This course consists of lectures, lab practices, and clinical training.
The following are some topics and procedures that are included in this training course:
1. Administration of oxygen via nasal canula, or simple mask.
2. Oral suctioning with Yankauer sunction handle.
3. Foley Catheter insertion including types of catheters, obtaining urine cultures, UTI’s, intermittent catheterization.
4. Ostomy care including urostomy and colostomy bags, skin care around stoma.
5. Internal tube feedings: (Continuous and intermittent).
6. Blood Glucose Monitoring
7. Wound and skin care.
8. Accurate measurement and documentation of pressure ulcers.
9. Non-sterile dressing changes.
10. Discontinuing IV’s.
11. Assisting with Sterile Procedures and more…
Requirements For Admission:
1. Applicant is a CNA or has successfully completed a CNA training program.
2. Current TB Clearance
3. Current Physical Examination
Length of Program: 5-7 Sessions
Class Hours: 5:30PM – 10:00PM (Thursday Only)
Note: We recommend that participants take a Basic Medical Terminology Course prior to the start of the program.
Question: Do I need to take the Prometric State Nurse Assistant Certification Exam before attending this course?
Answer: No. Although we recommend State Certification… it is not required. However, you do need to complete a Nurse Assistant (NA) training program in order to take this class.
Question: Do I need to take a State or National Certification Exam for the Patient Care Technician (PCT) Program?
Answer: No. There is no required state certification exam for the Patient Care Technician Program. However, although no additional certification is required to work as a CNA II(PCT) we do offer an optional National Certification Exam with MEDCA that you may choose to take after you complete the program.
Is National Certification for Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) mandatory in Hawaii?
In the state of Hawaii it is not mandatory to have National Certification in order to work as a PCT, however, HT&CC, Inc. does encourage all graduates to obtain certification. This will especially be important if the graduate moves to another state and would like to continue working as a PCT there.
MedCA Patient Care Technician National Certification (OPTIONAL)
Since 2015, HT&CC, INC. has been a Certified MedCA National Certification Provider & Testing Site.
After successful completion of our Patient Care Technician Program, graduates are also given the option to challenge the MedCA National Certification Exam.
Passing the MedCA certification enters you into a a very exclusive membership of highly distinctive professionals in your field. MedCA certification will give you the credentials to excel above the rest in your field.
Who is MedCA?
MedCA is a third party independent certification agency that focuses on providing a unique certification for current healthcare graduates who have successfully completed an approved training program. This certification will set you apart from other students. It will provide you with the credentials necessary to enhance your professional career.
2024-2025 Patient Care Technician Schedule
Total Hours of Training: 35-40 Hours
Program is held on Thursdays &/or Fridays.
Program hours: 5:30PM – 10:00PM
- 12/06/24 – 1/16/25
- 3/07/25 – 4/11/25
- 5/02/25 – 6/06/25
- 6/20/25 – 7/25/25
- 8/29/25 – 9/26/25
- 10/03/25 – 11/07/25
- 12/05/25 – 1/16/26
For more information please contact an HT&CC, Inc. representative at (808) 843-2211.
2024 PCT Graduates!