Patient Care Technician Program

Advance your Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification! The 12-week Patient Care Technician (PCT) program provides training in the review of anatomy and physiology of major body systems, medical terminology, legal/ethical issues, skills training in catheter care, phlebotomy, electrocardiograms, glucose monitoring, basic wound care, and more. Once completed, the skills obtained can be transitioned into a career at a location hospital.

Become a Patient Care Technician

1. Must have an active, certified nurse assistant (CNA) license.
2. Must be in good standing with the Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON).
3. Take and pass the Reading Accuplacer Test, scoring a 236 or higher.
4. Register for both PCT Part 1 and PCT Part 2.
5. Pay for the course (tuition assistance is available, if needed).
6. Successfully complete the program.
7. Eligible to complete the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) PCT state exam upon successful completion.

Program Costs

• HES-706 PCT Part 1: $525
• HES-707 PCT Part 2: $625
• PCT Textbook: Townsend Fundamental Concepts & Skills for the Patient Care Technician
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) card - American Heart Association approved
• Medical Records: recent PPD/TB skin test, Covid card, and recent Flu vaccine
• NHA PCT State Exam

Spring 2025 Schedule

Patient Care Technician Apprenticeship

The Prince George’s Community College Patient Care Technician Apprenticeship was established in collaboration with TranZed Apprenticeship Services, Employ PG AIP, the Health Wellness and Hostility Division, the Nursing Department, and the nursing continuing education program. This partnership ensures training and career offerings to unemployed or under-employed Prince George’s County residents. 

This 6-week program provides training in the review of anatomy and physiology of major body systems, medical terminology, legal/ethical issues, skills training in catheter care, phlebotomy, electrocardiograms, glucose monitoring, basic wound care, and more. 

Program Eligibility

1. Have an active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license.
2. Be in good standing with the Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON).
3. Be a resident of Prince George's County.
4. Complete Employ PG AIP registration.
5. Provide all required documentation requested from apprenticeship services.
6. Available to complete on-site training at a local hospital.

Course Requirements

• HES-729 PCT Apprenticeship Theory
• PCT Textbook: Townsend Fundamental Concepts & Skills for the Patient Care Technician
• National Healthcareer Association PCT State Exam (optional)

Contact Information

PCT/CNA Program
Phone: 301-546-0745
Email: wdcehealthcare@pgcc.edu