Patient Care Technician

  • Health, Public Safety & Human Services

Are you looking for a rewarding career in healthcare? Patient care may be the right path for you. The U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics predicts a 21% growth in patient care technician job openings, making it one of the fastest growing healthcare careers.

What is a Patient Care Technician?

Patient care technicians play a critical role in patient care, no matter what type of facility they work in. And, with a PCT certification, there are a variety of different career opportunities to choose from. 

PCTs work hand-in-hand with doctors and nurses in hospitals, doctor’s offices, and long-term care facilities, providing standard and advanced clinical duties. PCTs perform more important hands-on medical duties such as drawing blood, administering electrocardiogram assessments and measuring/monitoring vital signs.

Download and print the PCT flyer.

About JJC's PCT Program

JJC’s online courses will prepare students for the Certified Patient Care Technician exam, sponsored by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Students will have hands-on training in the laboratory classroom setting and at community clinical sites, working with health professional mentors.

PCT courses include: Introduction to Health Careers (HEAL 100), Phlebotomy Technician Training (NA 120), Electrocardiography Technician Training (NA 122), Nursing Assistant (NA 101), and Clinical Practicums (NA 123/NA 125). Total: 18 credit hours to earn a Patient Care Technician Certification (CCO). 

The program takes one year to complete. JJC accepts many certifications and credit that students may have earned at other institutions. Talk to an advisor today!

What Do I Need to Know About the PCT Program?

In order to be eligible for this program, students must possess a high school diploma or GED, be at least 18 years of age, speak and understand the  English language, have a valid Social Security number and provide a copy of the card, and be in good physical, mental and emotional health. The PCT program provides hybrid and online courses for college credit to earn stackable national certifications at the end of successful course completion in electrocardiography, phlebotomy, and patient care technician.

Information Sessions

All students interested in registering for the PCT program must EITHER: 

In-Person

Register for an in-person information session by filling out this form. All sessions are held on Main Campus.

  • Thursday, April 9, 2026, Room U-1018F (U Building), 4pm-5pm
  • Monday, April 20, 2026, Room U-1018F (U Building), 4pm-5pm

Virtual

Register for a virtual information session by filling out this form. All sessions are held via Microsoft Teams.

  • Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 12pm-1pm
  • Monday, March 16, 2026, 12pm-1pm

Viewpoint Screening

Viewpoint Screening is a required screening service that students purchase (purchase after the first day of class) to upload all of their health requirements using the NA 101 Student Health Packet for the NA 101 Program. Health compliance is not due before the first day of class.

Viewpoint Screening
NA 101 Student Health Packet
Expense List

Fast-Track Your Future in Healthcare 

Eligible students who complete a PCT certificate in two semesters can receive up to $1,000! 

  • Complete your certificate in only two semesters
  • Receive supplies upon enrollment
  • Earn a $250 stipend and gift cards for gas
  • Get certified in CNA, Phlebotomy, EKG and PCT
  • Graduate and receive a $500 stipend

Take just six courses for a total of 18 credit hours:

  • HEAL 100 - Introduction to Health Careers
  • NA 101 -Nursing Assistant
  • NA 120 - Phlebotomy Technician Training
  • NA 122 - Electrocardiography Technician Training
  • NA 123/ NA 125 - Clinical Practicums

This agreement is contingent upon funding from the Pipeline for the Advancement of the Healthcare Workforce (PATH) grant.

Apply now for the PCT Incentive Program 

National Healthcareer Association (NHA)

NHA is the national credentialing company that we use for certification exams for stackable certificates in Phlebotomy, Electrocardiography, and Patient Care Technician.