This fully online certified patient care technician course is an 8-week, self-paced program ideal for health science students seeking patient care experience in hospitals, nursing homes, and intensive care units prior to nursing, physician assistant (PA), or medical school.
A CPCT certification can help boost your PA, medical, or nursing school application as it highlights your clinical competency in diagnostic and treatment procedures, direct patient care skills, and complex medical decision-making capabilities, to name a few.
Course instructed by experienced nurse educator, BSN, MSN.
Overview videos before each module.
Instructional lesson content written to align with the exam for the AMCA certification exam blueprint.
Practice questions and interactive games covering all basic and necessary job skills.
Quizzes for each module to assess topic comprehension. Assessment contains rationales explaining correct and incorrect answers.
Audio narration for each page and video. Because each individual learns differently, we provide optional audio support of all content for improved comprehension.
Case study videos and professionalism tips from experts in the field for real-life application fo skills.
Practice by doing with clinic simulations.
Course Package |
What's Included |
Price |
CPCT Course |
✓ All-inclusive online access to course material ✓ Instructor office hours and personalized support ✓ 12-month access to all learning material and NHA study portal ✓ Clinic/ patient laboratory simulation platform ✓ BLS training via American Heart Association (AHA) ✓ 6 official practice exams ✓ National CPCT certification exam ✓ ACT's Advanced Clinical Training Certificate ✓ Access to our pre-health community |
$3,100 2 Payments of $1,550 or 3 Payments of $1,033 |
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CPCT Course
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Venipuncture Injection Practice Kit
(sent to your home) |
✓ All features listed above ✓ The practice kit (sent directly to your home) includes authentic medical equipment, a dummy arm, needles, syringes, lancets, requisition order, vials, patient prep supplies, etc. ✓ Practice 30+ step-by-step practical procedures. ✓ Practice performing venipuncture and injections hands-on as you work through virtual clinic simulations |
$3,300 2 Payments of $1,650 or 3 Payments of $1,100 |
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CPCT Course
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Customized Mentorship Program with MD or PA Advisor
Venipuncture Injection Practice Kit (free) Advanced Medical Terminology Certificate Course
(free) |
✓ All features listed in the CPCT course option ✓ Structured, personalized mentorship plan & advising roadmap with step-by-step guidance from MD or PA advisor ✓ Three one-on-one mentorship sessions with MD or PA advisor via Zoom or Google Meets ✓ 12-month unlimited access to mentorship portal with a wealth of resources, webinars, and volunteer/research opportunities consistently updated by our MD / PA advisors ✓ Review of personal statement and resume/CV with detailed guidance and feedback ✓ Mock Interview Preparation ✓ Strategic Application, MCAT / GRE, and Timeline Planning ✓ Rejection Analysis and Feedback ✓ Research, volunteer, and clinical experience advising ✓ Letter of reference from MD or PA advisor ✓ Free injection practice kit sent to your home ✓ Free Advanced Medical Terminology Certificate Course |
$4,500 2 Payments of $2,250 |
All-inclusive tuition Includes 12-month full access to all digital learning dashboards, textbooks, clinic simulation, practice exams, and the patient care technician (CPCT) national certification exam. No additional costs are required after enrollment.
First payment due at sign up. Subsequent payments due monthly.
Access to course is available immediately after enrollment.
2 x $1,550.00
CPCT Course Full Payment
2 x $1,650.00
CPCT w/ Kit Payment Plan
2 x $2,250.00
CPCT w/ Mentorship Pymnt Plan
3 x $1,033.00
CPCT Course Payment Plan
3 x $1,100.00
CPCT w/ Kit Payment Plan
$3,100.00
CPCT Course Full Payment
$3,300.00
CPCT w/ Kit Full Payment
$4,500.00
CPCT w/ Mentorship Full Pymnt
The patient care technician (CPCT) curriculum covers anatomy & physiology, principles of human diseases, advanced patient care skills, , diagnostic methods, medical emergencies, BLS training, and more!
Includes 20 modules of right-sized content interwoven with interactivity and instant performance feedback.
Modules include detailed lectures and notes, expert-led video presentations, interactive activities, real-world clinical cases, patient skills simulations, classmate interactions, continuous feedback and support from instructors.
Leah Medwig MSN, RN, CCM
Includes 20 modules of right-sized content interwoven with interactivity and instant performance feedback.
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Module 1 Anatomy and Physiology |
Lesson: Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology Lesson: Integumentary System Lesson: Skeletal System Lesson: Muscular System Lesson: Nervous System Lesson: Endocrine System Lesson: Cardiovascular System Lesson: Lymphatic System Lesson: Digestive System Lesson: Urinary System Lesson: Reproductive System Lesson: Sensory System |
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Module 2 Diseases and DIsorders |
Lesson: Introduction to Diseases and Disorders Lesson: Multiple Sclerosis Lesson: Parkinson's Disease Lesson: Diabetes Lesson: Asthma |
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Module 3 Medical Terminology |
Lesson: Word Parts & Word Root Lesson: Suffixes and Prefix Lesson: Abbreviations Lesson: Anatomical References |
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Module 4 Infection Control |
Lesson: Basic Communication & Skills Lesson: Interpersonal Communication Lesson: Communication Barriers Lesson: Communication Technology Lesson: Documentation Lesson: Cultural, Social, and Ethnic Diversity |
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Module 5 Legal and Ethical Responsibilities |
Lesson: Privacy and Security Lesson: Introduction to HIPAA Lesson: Reducing Liability Lesson: Ethics Lesson: Ethical Dilemmas Lesson: Workplace Law |
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Module 6 Communications |
Lesson: Basic Communication Lesson: Interpersonal Communication Lesson: Communication Barriers Lesson: Communicating with Patient Lesson: Documentation Lesson: Communicative Technology |
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Module 7 Clinical Pharmacology |
Lesson: Healthcare Settings Lesson: Health Assisting and Qualities of a PCT Lesson: The Nursing Model Lesson: Patient Rights & Code of Ethics |
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Module 8 The Health Assistant Patient Care Technician |
Lesson: Health Assisting Lesson: Qualities of a Health Assistant & PCT Lesson: Nursing Model Lesson: Patient Rights |
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Module 9 Body Mechanics |
Lesson: Moving Patients Lesson: Positioning Patients Lesson: Transferring Patients Lesson: Bed Ulcers, Prevention, and Treatment Lesson: Skin Assessment |
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Module 10 Patient Comfort |
Lesson: Observing Patients Lesson: Handling Bed Linens Lesson: Making Beds Lesson: Perineal Care Lesson: Hand and Foot Care Lesson: Hair Care Lesson: Oral Care Lesson: Dressing and Undressing Lesson: Bathing Lesson: Eyeglasses and Hearing Aids Lesson: AM and PM Care and Pain Management |
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Module 11 The Surgical Patient |
Lesson: Surgery Lesson: Preoperative Care Lesson: Post-operative Care Lesson: Compressive Garments & Breathing Exercise |
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Module 12 Rehabilitation and Restorative Care |
Lesson: Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) Lesson: Assistive Devices for Ambulation Lesson: Range of Motion Exercises Lesson: Heat and Cold Applications Lesson: Breathing Exercises |
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Module 13 Special Populations |
Lesson: Pediatric Patients Lesson: Geriatric Patients Lesson: Dealing with Death Lesson: Cognitively-Impaired Patients Lesson: Physically & Developmentally Impaired Patients Lesson: Restraints Lesson: Airway Management Lesson: Oxygen Therapy Lesson: Ostomy Care Lesson: Critically Ill Patient Care |
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Module 14 Admissions, Transfers, and Discharges |
Lesson: Patient Concerns Lesson: Admissions Lesson: Transfers and Discharges |
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Module 15 Nutrition & Elimination |
Lesson: Optimal Nutrition Lesson: Diets Lesson: Feeding Patients Lesson: Intake and Output Lesson: Assisting with Toileting Lesson: Urinary Catheters Lesson: Special Bowel Elimination Procedures |
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Module 16 Specimen Collection and Testing Phlebotomy/ Venipuncture |
Lesson: Basics of Blood Lesson: Blood Specimen Collection & Processing Lesson: Venipuncture Lesson: Introduction to Vaccinations & Injections Lesson: Intramuscular Injections Lesson: Subcutaneous Injections |
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Module 17 Electrocardiography Cardiovascular / Stress Testing |
Lesson: EKG & Cardiovascular Testing Lesson: Safety, Compliance, Coordinated Patient Care Lesson: EKG Acquisition Lesson: Conducting EKG Testing Lesson: EKG Analysis & Interpretation |
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Module 18 BLS Training via American Heart Association (AHA) |
Lesson: Adult BLS Lesson: AED for Adults & Children 8 Years of Age & Older Lesson: Child BLS Lesson: Infant BLS Lesson: AED for Infants & Children Lesson: Special Considerations Lesson: Relief of Choking |
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Module 19 Medical Emergency Emergency Care |
Lesson: Cardiac and Respiratory Emergencies Lesson: Abdominal, Genitourinary, Gynecological Lesson: Altered Mental Status Lesson: Behavioral Emergencies Lesson: Allergic Reactions and Poisonings |
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Module 20 Review EHR Simulation |
Module Review Practice Exams EHR Simulation Training CPCT Certification Exam |
Upon completing all course modules, students will sit for the nationally NCCA-accredited certification exam at a PSI testing center or proctored online.
The test is comprised of 144 questions with allotted time of 2 hours and 45 minutes.
Exam covers concepts in anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, pharmacology, medical law and ethics, safety/infection control, and patient/wound care skills.
ACT covers the cost of the CPCT certification exam (first attempt).
This course covered a lot of useful information that was helpful in learning about the PCT field. I enjoyed the variety of learning formats, videos, written,...
Read MoreThis course covered a lot of useful information that was helpful in learning about the PCT field. I enjoyed the variety of learning formats, videos, written, reading, interactive, etc. I feel prepared for the exam with a strong foundation of patient care in hospital settings.
Read LessThe Advanced eClinical CPCT course is amazing! I love how the course is manageable to complete in 8 weeks and allows you to virtually make connections with s...
Read MoreThe Advanced eClinical CPCT course is amazing! I love how the course is manageable to complete in 8 weeks and allows you to virtually make connections with staff members and professors of healthcare. I learned so much throughout the course and am looking forward to my career as a CPCT!
Read LessAs a Pre-PA student, I was worried about how I would obtain clinical hours before graduating and entering a PA program. This course provided a shortened but ...
Read MoreAs a Pre-PA student, I was worried about how I would obtain clinical hours before graduating and entering a PA program. This course provided a shortened but thorough class to become a PCT. I feel I have learned a lot clinically and beyond, so I am excited to find work!
Read LessLooking for a course to help with clinical experience this is the course!!
Looking for a course to help with clinical experience this is the course!!
Read LessThis is a great self-paced program for anybody who works or is a student full-time because you are able to complete this as quickly or as slowly as you want....
Read MoreThis is a great self-paced program for anybody who works or is a student full-time because you are able to complete this as quickly or as slowly as you want. Great price and I loved the clinical simulations and interactive assignments included in the program.
Read LessThis was a very well-put-together certification course. I'm so excited to use the skills I learned and apply them in a patient care tech role!
This was a very well-put-together certification course. I'm so excited to use the skills I learned and apply them in a patient care tech role!
Read LessI am so happy I've found this course, not only is it affordable, but also allows me to keep my full-time job and go to college full-time. It is interactive a...
Read MoreI am so happy I've found this course, not only is it affordable, but also allows me to keep my full-time job and go to college full-time. It is interactive and the instructor is awesome. ACT staff is always there to help with any questions you have. Thank you!!
Read LessI loved the entire CPCT course!! There were clear instructions on all of the assignments and the videos/ simulations helped me retain the material. The discu...
Read MoreI loved the entire CPCT course!! There were clear instructions on all of the assignments and the videos/ simulations helped me retain the material. The discussions were extremely helpful in applying what I learned in the modules to real-life scenarios. The modules were straightforward and very interactive. My instructor was always available to help with anything I needed and provided one-on-one tutoring during her office hours. All of the learning materials and support really prepared me for the certification exam as well as the practice exams with personalized focused reviews were beyond helpful! I give the overall course a five-star rating! It was a great learning experience, highly recommend it!!
Read LessI loved the entire CPCT course!! There were clear instructions on all of the assignments and the videos/ simulations helped me retain the material. The discu...
Read MoreI loved the entire CPCT course!! There were clear instructions on all of the assignments and the videos/ simulations helped me retain the material. The discussions were extremely helpful in applying what I learned in the modules to real-life scenarios. The modules were straightforward and very interactive. My instructor was always available to help with anything I needed and provided one-on-one tutoring during her office hours. All of the learning materials and support really prepared me for the certification exam as well as the practice exams with personalized focused reviews were beyond helpful! I give the overall course a five-star rating! It was a great learning experience, highly recommend it!!
Read LessThis course was amazing. I was able to get it done on my own time, and pre-med prerequisites went right along with the course. I would recommend it to any st...
Read MoreThis course was amazing. I was able to get it done on my own time, and pre-med prerequisites went right along with the course. I would recommend it to any student or future CPCT.
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