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.
Healthcare Training & Career Consultants, Inc., Kaneohe, Honolulu, HI, is a private healthcare training organization serving Hawaii’s caregiving workforce. Its occupational programs include 24 Hour CNA State Recertification Programs (OPTION A/OPTION B), Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR, AED, & First Aid Certification, Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) State Approved & Certified Program, Medical Administrative Assistant, Patient Care Technician, and Phlebotomy. The organization has served Hawaii’s community since 1999 and provides training for direct patient-care and administrative roles. Instruction addresses healthcare settings such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, and post-acute facilities. Offerings also support continuing development for Certified Nurse Assistants through Patient Care Technician training. Career placement support connects graduates with opportunities across Hawaii’s healthcare system, while additional coursework covers restorative nursing, medical terminology, and blood-borne pathogen safety.