Patient Care Tech Programs - H.E.R.O Institute, LLC

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.

Course Hours & Times

300 Clock hours
180 hours of in-person theory
120 hours of lab
Day Class: 9:00am-4:00pm
M-Th (12.5 weeks)
Evening Class: 5:00pm-9:00pm
M-Th (19 weeks)

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Tuition & Fees

$150 Course Registration
$2,700 Course Tuition
$150 Textbook
$100 Workbook
$100 Uniform
$400 Lab Supplies
$3,600 Total

What's Included?

Textbook
Workbook
Uniform
ID Badge

Ways to Pay

Pay Through H.E.R.O

$3,600

Payment plans are built based on the students start date. First payment due date may vary.
H.E.R.O will not run a credit check.
H.E.R.O does not charge an interest rate but tuition must be paid in full prior to starting class.
Availability is based on enrollment date. Please contact our office for more information. ( 770 726-3577)

Meritize

$3,600 + Interest

Three months grace period for loan repayment.
Meritize will run a soft credit check.
Interest rate vary base on merit. (if you have a co-applicant, degrees, certifications, etc. You can increase your chances of approval and/or improve your interest rates.
Reason for application decline: History of repossession or bankruptcy.

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