Patient Care Tech: Nursing Assistant School in Tucson, AZ

About the Patient Care Technician Program in Tucson

Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) and Nursing Assistants assist doctors and nurses by providing primary care and performing routine procedures for their patients on a daily basis. Our Patient Care Technician program in Tucson, Arizona, will fully prepare you for this essential healthcare role in as little as 34 weeks.

Upon earning your Patient Care Technician diploma, you will be eligible to take the National Certified Patient Care Technician Exam (NCPCT) to become a certified PCT. Once you’re certified, you’ll be ready for an entry-level position as either a Patient Care Technician or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). To learn more about PCT certification or our Patient Care Tech classes, please fill out an information request form and one of our admissions officers will contact you shortly.

Program Start Date

Feb14

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What You’ll Learn

Our Patient Care Technician program will teach you how to support doctors and nurses while providing direct medical care to patients within a hospital or clinical setting. You will also learn how to perform several medical procedures such as drawing blood, removing sutures and staples, administering ECGs, treating injuries, and managing wounds.

Throughout our PCT program, you will have the opportunity to apply your newfound knowledge and skills through lab simulations and other hands-on exercises. In addition to learning patient-care clinical procedures, you will develop a foundational understanding of multiple healthcare topics by studying subjects such as anatomy, physiology, and phlebotomy.

Upon graduation, you will be prepared to advance your career as a fully qualified Patient Care Technician or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). You will also be prepared to sit for the National Certified Patient Care Technician Exam (NCPCT), which can increase your employability.

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Admissions Requirements for the Tucson Patient Care Technician Program

Enrollment in the Tucson Patient Care Technician program includes the following steps for admission.

1 Visit the campus

2 Complete a Visitor Information Form

3 Complete a financial aid interview

4 Complete the Enrollment Agreement with an Admissions Representative

5 Meet with the Director of Education or other department leader to discuss any special accommodations

Patient Care Tech Program with a Career-driven Curriculum

Our Tucson Patient Care Technician curriculum includes a combination of in-class instruction and hands-on lab learning opportunities. Throughout our program, you will have the opportunity to practice your skills so that you’re fully prepared to take on an entry-level role as a Patient Care Technician or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) once you graduate.

Here are some of the topics covered by our Patient Care Technician courses:

Phlebotomy
Concepts in Healthcare
Physical and Occupational Therapy Skills
Electrocardiography
Respiratory Therapy Skills

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From day one I have had really great staff make me feel welcomed. I was treated as they wanted to see me in my future career. I took me no time at all to get into the class I wanted and they are willing to help me go further than this after I finish as a Patient Care Technician.

– Desiree M.

The Tucson Campus

Our Tucson location is specifically designed to provide you with the best possible learning environment. Our campus is exclusively dedicated to healthcare-related career training, and the recently renovated simulation labs and facilities mirror real-world healthcare environments. Our modern training facility is beautifully designed and welcoming for all visitors, with easy access and ample parking.

Fixed Tuition Cost

With fixed tuition, you will know the full cost of your chosen program of study before you enroll. We also offer tuition assistance through multiple financial aid and scholarship opportunities.

Job Placement Support

Leading up to and after graduation, our career services team will do everything they can to help you land your first job as a CNA or Patient Care Technician. You will have access to several career-service resources like résumé workshops and mock interviews to prepare you for your job search.

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As student of Brookline College and in my personal experience I recommend anyone who is willing to go back to college and get a degree I recommend Brookline College 100%. Not only did they understand my needs but the help me throughout my education and there is really great and helpful . Now I'm just a few weeks in getting my Patient Care Technician diploma. Thank you Brookline College for the wonderful experience.

– Nathan A.

Campus Location

Brookline College in Tucson is located East of the I-10 Freeway on E 22nd Street and Craycroft Rd. The campus is easily accessible from anywhere in the residential, corporate, or industrial regions of Tucson. Because of Brookline’s proximity to most of the major highways, our campus is also in the perfect location for those living in any of the cities surrounding Tucson.

The campus is located minutes away from the Downtown Corporate Center, The Botanical Gardens, wild west adventures at Trail Dust Town, the Tucson Desert Art Museum, and multiple hiking paths and trails to enjoy the natural beauty of the Southwest.

Tucson Campus

5441 E. 22nd Street
Suite125
Tucson, AZ 85711

888-913-7207
TucsonCampus@BrooklineCollege.edu

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Tucson is an up-and-coming city that offers significant career opportunities in healthcare, making it a great place for Brookline graduates to launch their careers. It offers a great blend of big city and small town feel. Those who like the bigger city feel can access hip restaurants, coffee shops, and the vibrant nightlife of Downtown Tucson. Those who might prefer a more rural, slower-paced environment can enjoy the beautiful mountain ranges that surround the city.

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Commonly Asked Questions

Does Brookline College offer a Patient Care Technician program near me?

We welcome students from around the world to enroll at any of our campuses. The majority of students at our Tucson campus are either from the city of Tucson or commute from one of the nearby cities:

Casa Grande, AZ	Casas Adobes, AZ	Catalina Foothills, AZ
Coolidge, AZ	Drexel Heights, AZ	Eloy, AZ
Florence, AZ	Flowing Wells, AZ	Green Valley, AZ
Marana, AZ	Nogales, AZ	Oro Valley, AZ
Safford, AZ	Sierra Vista, AZ

How long is the Patient Care Technician program in Tucson, Arizona?

Students at Brookline College can earn their Patient Care Technician diploma in as little as 34 weeks.

What is the cost of the Tucson Patient Care Technician program?

Tuition costs for the Tucson Patient Care Technician program can vary depending on your individual situation (i.e. location, finances, etc.). For the Patient Care Technician diploma at Brookline, we offer a number of financial aid options to qualifying students. Reach out to one of our school representatives for more information.

Where do Patient Care Technicians work?

Graduates of our Patient Care Technician program typically work in any of the following healthcare settings:

Hospitals
Clinics
Physicians’ Offices
Urgent Care Facilities
Home Healthcare Companies

What classes will I take to earn my Patient Care Technician diploma?

Students enrolled in the Patient Care Technician program in Tucson can expect to take classes in the following subjects:

Phlebotomy
Electrocardiography
Concepts in Healthcare
Physical and Occupational Therapy Skills

When is the Tucson campus open to students?

The Brookline College Tucson campus is open Mondays through Thursdays from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, on Fridays from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and on Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

Is there free parking available at the Tucson campus?

The Brookline College Tucson campus offers plenty of free parking to students. While parking is ample, it can fill up quickly during busy class times.

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Become a PCT or Nursing Assistant
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About the Patient Care Technician Program in Tucson

What You’ll Learn

Admissions Requirements for the Tucson Patient Care Technician Program

Patient Care Tech Program with a Career-driven Curriculum

The Tucson Campus

Fixed Tuition Cost

Job Placement Support

Campus Location

Tucson Campus

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Tucson Patient Care Technician Program

Become a PCT or Nursing Assistant in as little as 34 weeks

About the Patient Care Technician Program in Tucson

What You’ll Learn

Admissions Requirements for the Tucson Patient Care Technician Program

Patient Care Tech Program with a Career-driven Curriculum

The Tucson Campus

Fixed Tuition Cost

Job Placement Support

Campus Location

Tucson Campus

Get Started

Commonly Asked Questions

Latest News

How to Become a Public Healthcare Consultant

How to Become an Occupational Health Specialist

How to Become an Epidemiologist

How to Become a Public Health Administrator

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Brookline

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Disclosures

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