Patient Care Technology
The medical field has a strong demand for those who are skilled in patient care technology. The Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) patient care technology faculty exposes students to necessary training required to work in hospitals, doctor’s offices, and clinics.
The program provides students with in-depth instruction in the field of Patient Care Technology (PCT). This program will prepare students for employment in the expanding area of patient care.
A Short-Term Certificate in the Patient Care Technology Program from WCCCD prepares you for work as a Patient Care Technician in various settings such as:
- Home Health Care Organizations
- Hospitals
- Nursing Care Facilities
- Residential Care Facilities
What’s the Job Outlook for Patient Care Technology?
Patient Care Technicians (PCT), (similar to nursing assistants), help provide basic care for patients in hospitals and residents of long-term care facilities, such as nursing homes. In nursing homes, PCTs are often the principal caregivers. They have more contact with residents than other members of the staff. Because some residents stay in a nursing home for months or years, PCTs may develop close relationships with their patients.
Employment of similar occupations such as (nursing assistants) is projected to grow 9 percent from 2018 to 2028, faster than the average for all occupations.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, April 2020, Nursing Assistants and Orderlies, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/nursingassistants.htm
What’s Required to Complete the Patient Care Technology Short-Term Certificate Program?
A short-term certificate in the Patient Care Technology Program from WCCCD requires 25 credits to complete.
As a patient care technology student at WCCCD, you will take introductory medical courses and science courses for your program.
Some students plan to transfer to a four-year college or university after earning their degree. If that’s your goal, you might choose specific courses. Talk with your advisor about a personalized plan that meets your goals.
How Long Does it Take to Earn a Patient Care Technology Certificate?
Most patient care technology students take 2 semesters (1 year) to complete certificate required courses.
What Will I Learn as a Patient Care Technology Student?
A patient care technology student will learn the knowledge and skills required to enter medical settings. Skills obtained will allow for work in settings such as acute care and home care. Courses in the program include medical terminology, phlebotomy, and patient care.
Recommended course sequence:
Where is WCCCD’s Patient Care Technology Program Offered?
The WCCCD’s Office Patient Care Technology Program is offered at our Northwest Campus. The NW campus also offers classes for other patient care-related certificates and degrees.
As a WCCCD student, you can take courses, use facilities, and get involved at any of our six locations.
Contact Info
Phone: 313-496-2600
Email: edaffairs@wcccd.edu
