Patient Care Technician Program
What Does a Patient Care Technician Do?
A Patient Care Technician works directly with patients and their families to complete medical tasks and ensure they receive quality care. Daily tasks include measuring and monitoring vital signs (temperature, pulse etc.) or obtaining EKG’s signal, obtain blood and other fluid samples, assist nursing staff in administering basic treatments, assist patients with everyday needs such as personal hygiene, using the restroom and grooming. They also keep patient rooms tidy and sanitized and provide appropriate emotional support to patients. Patient Care Technicians usually work in a wide range of facilities which include: hospital, assisted living facilities, home health, labs, and doctors offices.
How Much Does a Patient Care Technician Make?
The average Patient Care Technician salary in Georgia is $33,814 as of September 26, 2022, but the range typically falls between $29,462 and $37,810. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills.
Enrollment Requirements
Must be 16 years of age or older
GED or High School Diploma or
Government-issued ID
Social Security Card
Simple Entrance Exam
Hep B Vaccination
Do I Need any Prior Medical Training?
No. Being a Certified Patient Care Technician only requires a high school diploma or GED.
In Person Course Hours & Times
300 Clock hours
180 hours of in-person theory
120 hours of lab
Day Class: M-Th (12.5 weeks)
M-Th: 9:00am-4:00pm in person
Evening Class: M-Th (19 weeks)
M-Th: 5:00pm-9:00pm in person
Tuition & Fees
$150 Non Refundable Course Registration
$2,625 Course Tuition
$150 Textbook
$100 Workbook
$100 Uniform
$400 Lab Supplies
$75 CPR Certification
$3,600 Total
What's Included?
Textbook
Workbook
Uniform
ID Badge
Online Hybrid Course Hours & Times
300 Clock hours
180 hours theory: In person learning (M & W) + Remote learning (T &Th)
120 hours of lab in person
Day Class: M-Th (12.5 weeks)
M/W: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM in person
T/Th: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Remote group session over video conference
Evening Class: M-Th (19 weeks)
M/W: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM in person
T/Th: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Remote group session over video conference
Ways to Pay
Pay Through H.E.R.O
$3,450
There is a minimum $500 deposit required
Payments for the DAY COURSE will be $245.83 per week for 12 weeks or $155.26 per week for 19 weeks for EVENING COURSE
Weekly payments will start the first week of class.
Payments are subject to change if you put a larger deposit down.
Availability is based on enrollment date. Please contact our office for more information. (770) 726-3577
Klarna
$3,450 + Interest
Klarna will run a soft credit check.
Klarna will offer additional payment options with varying interest rates to split the tuition costs over even more payments if you qualify. Reason for application decline: Bad current standing with Klarna
*For this option, you will select "Buy now, Pay later with Klarna" at check out.
Fortify
$3,450 + Interest & Fees
A deposit of $400 will go directly to HERO Institute and $3,050 will be financed through Fortify at $260.93/month for 13 months.
Fortify will not run a credit check.
- Payments start 30 days after deposit is made.
Fortify will have a Financing Fee of $152. 50
Guaranteed acceptance if Georgia Residence for at least 18 years.
Course Schedules
Patient Care Tech Day Courses
| October 1st, 2024 | October 7th, 2024 | February 11th, 2025 |
| March 10th, 2025 | March 17th, 2025 | June 30th, 2025 |
| July 14th, 2025 | July 21st, 2025 | November 3rd, 2025 |
Patient Care Tech Evening Courses
| November 25th, 2024 | December 2nd, 2024 | March 5th, 2025 |
| March 10th, 2025 | June 30th, 2025 | July 24th, 2025 |
| March 17th, 2025 | July 7th, 2025 | November 17th, 2025 |