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Patient Care Technician (PCT)

Patient Care Technician (PCT) Training Program in New Jersey

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) training program at ACE Healthcare Training
Institute (ACEHTI) prepares students to work alongside nurses, doctors, and other healthcare
professionals in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and long-term care facilities across New
Jersey.


Through 100% in-person instruction, students gain the clinical skills, technical knowledge,
and patient care expertise needed to excel in today’s healthcare environment. Our 4-11 weeks
PCT program is designed for individuals who want to enter the workforce quickly while
receiving the highest level of hands-on training.

Why Choose ACEHTI for Patient Care Technician Training?

ACEHTI is recognized as one of New Jersey’s leading providers of career-focused healthcare
education. Our PCT program is delivered under the oversight of respected state and national
organizations, ensuring quality and credibility.

Program Highlights:

  • 100% In-Person Training in Our NJ Campus

  • Learn Directly from Experienced Healthcare Professionals

  • Graduate in 4-11 weeks

  • Curriculum Focused on Real-World Patient Care Skills

  • Candidacy Status with the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools (MSA-
    CSS) – a mark of educational quality and institutional advancement

  • Accredited by: State of New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services

Accreditations

Approved by the State of New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services​

4-11 Week Course

330 hours

                                                      

In-Person

The program is offered
in both Dover & Union campuses

Why Choose Our Patient Care Technician Program?

ACEHTI is recognized as one of New Jersey’s leading providers of career-focused healthcare
education. Our PCT program is delivered under the oversight of respected state and national
organizations, ensuring quality and credibility.


Program Highlights:

  • 100% In-Person Training in Our NJ Campus

  • Learn Directly from Experienced Healthcare Professionals

  • Graduate in 4-11 weeks

  • Curriculum Focused on Real-World Patient Care Skills

  • Candidacy Status with the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools (MSA-CSS) – a mark of educational quality and institutional advancement

  • Accredited by: State of New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services

Institutional Approvals and Recognitions:

  • Candidacy Status with the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools (MSA-

CSS) – recognized for institutional quality and advancement

  • Approved by the New Jersey Department of Education

  • Recognized by the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development

  • Certification-aligned with the National Health career Association (NHA)

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With these recognitions and approvals, ACEHTI students can be confident they are receiving
training that meets state and national standards for excellence.

What You’ll Learn in Our NJ Patient Care Technician Program

The ACEHTI PCT program blends classroom learning with lab-based skills training to prepare
students for a variety of healthcare roles.


Core competencies include:

 

  • Patient Care Fundamentals & Communication Skills

  • Infection Control & Safety Procedures

  • Vital Signs Measurement and Monitoring

  • Patient Positioning, Mobility Assistance, and Comfort Care

  • Phlebotomy: Venipuncture and Capillary Blood Collection

  • EKG/ECG Administration and Monitoring

  • Specimen Collection and Handling

  • Medical Terminology & Anatomy Basics

  • HIPAA Compliance and Patient Privacy

  • Basic Wound Care & Catheter Care

  • Nutrition Assistance and Feeding Techniques

  • End-of-Life Care Support

Career Opportunities for Patient Care Technicians in New Jersey

Graduates of ACEHTI’s PCT program are prepared to work in:

  • Hospitals

  • Rehabilitation Centers

  • Nursing Homes & Long-Term Care Facilities

  • Assisted Living Communities

  • Outpatient Clinics

  • Home Healthcare Agencies

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PCTs play a vital role in delivering compassionate, hands-on care that supports both patients and
medical teams.

Program Format and Duration

  • Location: ACEHTI Campus – New Jersey

  • Delivery Format: 100% In-Person

  • Length: 4-11 Week Course

  • 330 hours

  • Scheduling Options: Daytime and possible evening classes (subject to availability)

Admission Requirements

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent

  • Commitment to professional, ethical patient care

  • No prior healthcare experience required

Start Your Career as a Patient Care Technician in New
Jersey

Healthcare providers across New Jersey are actively seeking skilled PCTs. With ACEHTI’s
approved training and hands-on experience, you’ll be job-ready in less than a year.


Your future in healthcare starts here.


Contact us today to:

  • Schedule a Campus Tour

  • Speak with an Admissions Advisor

  • Learn about Tuition and Payment Options

  • Enroll in the Next Available Class


Call us: Dover Campus: (973) 366-7171
Union Campus: (908) 851-2700


Visit us: www.acehti.com
Location: Union, NJ

Contact Us to Get Started

Have questions or need help choosing a program? Call our Dover campus at (973) 366-7171 or our Union campus at (908) 851-2700, or fill out the form below to connect with our Admissions Team.

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