About
The Patient Care Technician basic certificate provides the educational background required for pursuing a career in the healthcare industry. The curriculum covers the foundational knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to function as an entry level healthcare provider. The program focuses on student development in the following competencies essential to all healthcare providers: effective communication, accountability, cultural competence, use of information systems, and patient safety. Upon completion of the BC, students will demonstrate that they can deliver safe, culturally-competent, and evidence-based patient care.
Organization
City Colleges of Chicago - Malcolm X College
City Colleges of Chicago’s Malcolm X College is a college in Chicago, Illinois, offering occupational preparation in Associate Degree in Nursing, Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy, and Personal Trainer fields. The college also provides credit programs, adult education, continuing education, and programs for high school students. Its academic offerings are supported by an online catalog and class-schedule resources, while transfer and career services connect academic study with further education and employment planning. Malcolm X College includes a West Campus among its affiliated locations and provides student resources such as academic advising, tutoring, financial aid, career services, and online learning. The college also supports apprenticeships and professional development opportunities.