Earn Your Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT) Certification
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What does it mean to earn your Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT) Certification?
Earning your CPCT certification proves to employers that you understand the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed as a Patient Care Technician. Learn a wide variety of fundamental clinical tasks designed to set you apart in the competitive job market.
Why Earn Your Certification
Earning your certification proves to employers that you are knowledgeable in all aspects of your field. Here are some key reasons why you should earn your certification:
- Competitive advantage – Show hiring managers that you have the knowledge and skills to succeed
- Skills confidence – Apply for jobs with confidence that you are trained with industry-preferred skills that will ensure you are day-one ready
- Potential for promotion – Demonstrate that you are a go-getter and would be a great candidate for advancement
Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT) Certification Outcomes
This certification ensures individuals can:
- Gain knowledge of medical terminology, disease processes, anatomy, and physiology
- Understand the responsibilities of basic patient care — bathing, feeding, catheter care, etc.
- Perform safety checks and ensure cleanliness in patient rooms
- Recognize the importance of special care, concerns, and settings
- Understand EKG readings and monitor vital signs
- Perform phlebotomy procedures, lab tests, blood glucose tests, and exercise/nutrition/diet monitoring
- Understand the responsibilities of communication and professionalism
- Assist with minor procedures and handle laboratory specimens
- Assist doctors and nurses with physical examinations
Overview of the Issuing Authority
The National Healthcareer Association (NHA) is one of the largest allied health certification providers in the nation. Since 1989, it has awarded over one million certifications and is validated and nationally recognized as providing students with the required level of knowledge to succeed in their chosen careers.
Certification Requirements
To be eligible to test for their CPCT exam, candidates must have earned a high school diploma or equivalent and have completed a patient care technician training or education program within the last five years or have at least 1 year of supervised work experience in the patient care technician field within the last 3 years.
Select the right training program for your goals
Patient Care Technician
Our online Patient Care Technician program prepares you to work directly with patients in a variety of healthcare settings.
Meet Your Training Specialist
Your Training Specialist is here to help you understand the program and payment options and succeed! Get in touch with your Training Specialist to learn more about the program and how to achieve your career goals. If you are a manager interested in group enrollment, please let us know so she can assist you with the enrollment process.
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Ready to begin your career journey or have more questions? Connect with a Training Specialist today!
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Shippensburg University has a long history of academic excellence, dating back to its founding in 1871. The university is known for its strong programs in education, business, engineering, and the sciences. Partnering with Emerge Education, they are bringing essential healthcare and IT certification courses to you when and where you need them.
