Patient Care Technician Program
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Keywords
Patient , Care , technician , PCT , MoHealthWINs , Allied Health , Healthcare , Health , Nursing , skilled , home health , long term care
Project
MoHealthWINs
Authors
Propper, Sue
Date Submitted
2013
Material Type
Workshop and Training Material
Secondary Material Type
Institution
St. Charles Community College
Industry Partner
Clinical Partners
License
CC BY
Funding Source
TAACCCT Round 1
Additional Public Access
Abstract
This one semester course prepares the student to work in a hospital, assisted living, or long-term care environment under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. Students are trained to perform clinical skills such as monitoring and recording vital signs, assisting with mobility and activities of daily living, basic respiratory care, obtaining specimens, heat and cold applications, pre- and post-operative care and other tasks related to direct patient care.
Industry (NAISC)
Health Care and Social Assistance -- Nursing and Residential Care Facilities -- Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities) (6231)
Occupation (SOC)
Healthcare Support Occupations -- Nursing Aides, Orderlies, and Attendants (31-1012)
Instructional Program (CIP)
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences (51)
Credit Type
Credential Type
Credential
Educational Level
1st year Community College or equivalent