The Patient Care Technician (PCT) training program at IDI in New York is designed to prepare students for careers as Nursing aides, geriatric aides, assistive personnel, or hospital attendants.

Key features of the program:

• In-depth Curriculum: The course includes 205 hours of both theory and laboratory practice, along with 30 hours of clinical experience at an affiliated healthcare facility.
• Essential Skills: The course curriculum covers essential topics including infection control, patient safety, vital signs measurement, personal care skills, medical terminology, and disease classification.
• Real-world Experience: As part of the training, students gain practical experience by performing routine tasks under the supervision of medical staff, including helping patients eat, dress, and bathe, maintaining clean patient rooms, and assisting with some medical procedures.
• High Demand Field: As the population ages, the need for healthcare increases. With advanced technology saving more lives, many individuals require ongoing health care, making the role of a PCT increasingly vital.
• Preparation for Certification: The program meets the required hours for certification.