MedCerts

Patient Care Technician Fundamentals Specialization

MedCerts

Patient Care Technician Fundamentals Specialization

Becoming a Patient Care Technician. Build a foundation in patient-centered care with clinical, communication, and professional skills.

Jennifer Zabel

Instructor: Jennifer Zabel

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Beginner level

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12 weeks to complete
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
Beginner level

Recommended experience

12 weeks to complete
at 3 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Gain an understanding of the expectations of an allied healthcare professional in the workplace

  • Analyze and understand medical terminology

  • Appreciate the role of patient care in the healthcare setting

  • Gain an understanding of assistance with activities of daily living

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Taught in English
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February 2026

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Specialization - 3 course series

What you'll learn

  • Gain an understanding of the expectations of an allied healthcare professional in the workplace

  • Develop and exercise emotional intelligence, self-management, and interpersonal skills

  • Build and improve internal and external communication skills with all exchanges

  • Enhance the patient care experience with successful interactions and patient satisfaction

Skills you'll gain

Category: Professionalism
Category: Stress Management
Category: Empathy
Category: Interpersonal Communications
Category: Conflict Management
Category: Communication
Category: Emotional Intelligence
Category: Time Management
Category: Trustworthiness
Category: Ethical Standards And Conduct
Category: Relationship Building
Category: Professional Development
Category: Teamwork
Category: Cultural Responsiveness
Category: Strong Work Ethic
Category: Patient Education And Counseling
Category: Conscientiousness
Category: Patient-centered Care

What you'll learn

  • Analyze and understand medical terminology

  • Recognize the structure and function of human body systems

  • Gain an understanding of the directional terms in relationship to the human body

  • Discuss pathology, the disease process, and endoscopy

Skills you'll gain

Category: Cell Biology
Category: Medical Terminology
Category: Vital Signs
Category: Nutrition and Diet
Category: Anatomy
Category: Physiology
Category: Biology
Category: Medical Records
Category: Pathology

What you'll learn

  • Appreciate the role of patient care in the healthcare setting

  • Recognize the importance of safety and compliance

  • Gain an understanding of assistance with activities of daily living

Skills you'll gain

Category: Healthcare Industry Knowledge
Category: Patient Observation
Category: Lifting Ability
Category: Dignity in Care
Category: Patient Transport
Category: Healthcare Ethics
Category: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

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Instructor

Jennifer Zabel
MedCerts
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