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Become a Patient Care Technician

Focus on advanced care skills within the CNA scope of practice in both hospital and healthcare settings - program satisfies eligibility requirements for national certification exam.

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Course Sequence
• CAH487 Patient Care Technician/Advanced Patient Care

Duration & Format
• Program Duration: Three months
• Timing: Evening classes
• Hybrid Format: In-person and online participation required

Requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age and a Certified Nursing Assistant to work as Patient Care Technician

Tuition & Fees*
• Tuition & Class Fees (approximate): up to $1,550
• Registration Fees
• Textbooks Costs
• Financial Assistance Options
• Exam Fees: See "Credentials & Certifications"

Credentials & Certifications
• FCC Completion Award or CEWD Workforce Training Certificate
• NHA Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant

Receive Credit for Prior Learning Experience*
• N/A for this program

Career Pathways
Learn more about Patient Care Technician career growth opportunities.

Contact Us
*Contact Healthcare Careers by email at HealthcareCareers@frederick.edu for details.

Please Note: Residency fees apply ($5 per course for residents outside Frederick County and $10 per course for non-Maryland students). Learn more >>

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Continuing Education & Workforce Development • Jefferson Hall
7932 Opossumtown Pike • Frederick, MD 21702 • (301) 624-2888

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