Patient Care Technology Program
This certificate program is designed to educate and train individuals to function as nursing support personnel who are above the level of a nursing assistant but below the level requiring licensure. The major focus is the role of the PCT in the hospital setting. The student will be trained to support the nursing staff by performing duties that may be safely and legally delegated. Clinical experiences are provided to give the student the opportunity to administer basic nursing care and practice selected skills for patients in all age groups. Graduates of the PCT program are eligible to take the national exam to become a Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT). Students will take the exam to become a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA).
The Trinity Valley Community College Patient Care Technology Program’s mission is to prepare safe, competent graduates who will function as patient care technicians to support nurses in the hospital and other settings.
- Application Dates: Fall Program – Feb 1st – May 14th, Spring Program, Aug. 16th – Oct. 14th
- What do I need to apply?
- Apply for admission to TVCC at https://apply.tvcc.edu
- Submit official transcripts to the Admissions Office
- Upon acceptance to TVCC, complete the Health Occupations application online at https://webapps.tvcc.edu/HOD/Login1. Select Patient Care Technology. If the application is not available contact the HSC Advisor.
- Students applying for financial aid should apply as soon as possible.
- Prerequisites
- Completion of required immunizations. Contact the HSC Advisor for more information.
- Admission Testing: No testing is required, but points may be awarded to applicants who are TSI Complete in Reading.
All applicants who have submitted a completed application with the required documentation will be considered for priority selection. If there are more applicants than seats available, a point system for selection will be utilized.
- Cumulative GPA (all colleges) 3.5 = 4 points and 3.0 = 2 points
- TSI Complete in Reading = 4 points
- Highest grade in BIOL 2401 A&P I, (A = 8 points and a B = 4 points)
- Highest grade in BIOL 2402 A&P II, (A = 8 points and a B = 4 points)
- Highest grade in BIOL 2404 Intro to Anatomy and Physiology, (A = 8 points and a B = 4 points)
- An A Grade in 1st attempt of A&P I or Intro to A&P = 4 points (W’s count as 1st attempt)
- 15 Credit hours completed at TVCC = 4 points
How long is the program?
The PCT program is a one-semester course offered during both the fall and spring semesters.
How much does the program cost?
In-district about $2,400, Out-of-district about $3,400.
What is the program schedule?
Class days begin at 8am and Clinical days begin at 6:45am. Class/skills will be at the Health Science Center in Terrell. The courses require 37 hours per week in class, skills and clinical (usually four days with one day of assignments that can be done at home).
How many students are accepted into the program?
We can take a maximum of 20 students.
Who can I contact if I would like more information about admission into the PCT program?
Cherie Henson, Academic/Workforce Advisor, chenson@tvcc.edu or 972-563-4932.
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