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AHCA Certification

Patient Care Technician

Patient care technicians provide direct support to patients and clinical teams in hospitals, long-term care, home health and other care settings.

Profession Overview

Patient Care Technician

The role combines essential patient-care skills, safety awareness, communication, observation, documentation and support for activities of daily living.

Core competency areas

Knowledge

Role-specific theory, terminology, safety requirements and professional standards.

Practical Skills

Accurate, safe and efficient performance of essential occupational tasks.

Professional Conduct

Communication, confidentiality, documentation, ethics and patient-centered service.

Certification resources

Knowledge area and skills outline
Exam content outline and recommended reading
Qualification requirements and candidate handbook
Continuing education and credential maintenance