Eastern Arizona College -- 2006-2008 General Catalog

Patient Care Technician UPDATED

Certificate of Proficiency

30708

Advisor:
Mayuree Siripoon

This program will prepare you for an entry-level position as a patient care technician. Emphasis is on technical skills necessary to perform personal care to complex patients, implementation of selected portions of care plan including respiratory services, rehabilitation services, EKG, and phlebotomy under the supervision of registered nurses.

 The following entry proficiencies are recommended:

• A ninth grade or higher reading level as determined by an EAC Placement Test or completion of ENG 100, Writing Fundamentals.
• Mathematics skills at the MAT 077 level or higher as determined by an EAC Placement Test or successful completion of MAT 055, Basic Math.

Curriculum Requirements

Health Care Education Core Requirements

A grade of "C" or better in each course is required to receive an EAC certificate.