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Healthcare

How to become a Patient Care Technician

From cna: every step, how long it takes, and the credential it earns.

Time to get there
3–6 months
Typical pay
$36k–$46k
Starting from
CNA
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The steps

  1. 1

    Start from your CNA

    PCT is a CNA with extra clinical skills — most employers require the CNA first.

    State CNA certification

  2. 2

    Add phlebotomy and EKG

    The two skills that separate a PCT from a CNA on the pay scale.

    Course that covers thisCertified EKG Technician (CET) Practice TestsUdemy · around $24.99 →
  3. 3

    Certify as a CPCT/A

    NHA's patient care technician credential.

    CPCT/A (NHA)

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