Contact Page - Patient Care Tech School in Manhattan NY

CLOSED - Manhattan Institute, NY:
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) Program at Manhattan Institute is designed to advance your career in an already growing industry. Situated in the heart of Midtown NYC, The Manhattan Institute provides a range of allied health training courses, including the PCT course which will prepare you to work in countless settings, including hospitals, nursing homes and medical offices of all kinds.

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Accreditation:
The Manhattan Institute is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education (COE), and licensed by the New York State Education Department-Bureau of Proprietary School Supervision (NYSED-BPSS).
 
Student Testimonial:
"This class is different from other classes that I have taken. The professor makes the course fun, and always has his students laughing. At the same time, he makes sure that we understand all of the course material."
- Bianca K

Patient Care Technician Program:
Duration: Day classes - 4 weeks / Evening classes - 7 weeks / Weekend classes - 7 weeks 

This course is designed for the Nursing Assistant/Aide who wants to progress his or her career, improve on his or her current skills and become a more competitive candidate for employment.

The Patient Care Technician is a valuable member of the allied health care team. Because of the increasing shortage of trained healthcare professionals, hospitals are often using the Patient Care Technicians to handle patient care that was previously handled by other medical professionals. 

Course subjects include:
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Blood Collection Techniques
- Medical Terminology
- OSHA Standards
- Patient Preparation
- Pharmacology
- Phlebotomy
- Specimen Collection
- Universal Precautions
- Vital Signs

Job Outlook for PCT Graduates:
According to the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of Patient Care Technicians is expected to grow rapidly in the next few years, and the profession is listed as one of the U.S. Department of Labor's "Bright Outlook" occupations.