About

Our Patient Care Technician (PCT) course transforms you into a valued member of any healthcare team. In this role, you'll assist nursing and medical staff by performing routine tasks that cater directly to patient needs.

Who's It For?

The course is for anyone interested in a healthcare career specifically focused on providing direct patient care.

What You'll Do?

You'll learn to:

  • Respond to patient calls and messages
  • Assist with meal servings, dressing, and bathing
  • Provide basic skin care and check vital signs
  • Aid in patient mobility, room maintenance, and basic medical procedures
  • Observe and report on patient health conditions

Course Structure

The program includes a minimum of 205 hours split between theory, laboratory practice (95 hours), and clinical experience (30 hours). The latter is conducted at an affiliated healthcare facility.

Topics Covered

You'll dive into:

  • The Role of the Nurse Assistant/Nurse Aide
  • Infection Control
  • Patient Safety
  • Vital Sign Measurement and Recording
  • Personal Care Skills
  • Medical Terminology and Disease Classification

Get set for a rewarding career in healthcare, where your role becomes even more crucial as our population ages and healthcare needs grow.

Organization

International Development Institute- Brooklyn

International Development Institute

International Development Institute, established in New York in 1993, is a vocational and technical education institution offering a broad spectrum of specialized programs. It provides high-quality training across diverse fields including healthcare, business, real estate, childcare, security, and computer courses. The institute emphasizes career advancement and professional growth through flexible program formats, such as hybrid delivery for programs like phlebotomy, with varied session durations to accommodate student needs. The focus is on practical skills and knowledge essential for successful careers.

Highlights:

  • Comprehensive range of specialized technical and vocational training programs
  • Flexible program formats, including hybrid delivery
  • Emphasis on career advancement and professional growth
  • Operational since 1993 in New York
  • Phlebotomy program available with varying durations and hybrid modality
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