Nursing Care Technician
Nursing Care Technician Program Director and Instructor, Delores Holland RN, talks about the Nursing Care Technician Program at COT...
Nursing Care Technician Program
About the Nursing Care Technician Certificate Program
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Be part of America's number one career opportunity, Nursing. The Nursing Care Technician Program at the College of Office Technology prepares students for careers as valuable and highly-skilled members of the nursing community. The objective of the Nursing Care Technician Program is to provide graduates with the knowledge and skills that will enable them to secure entry level positions as Nursing Assistants, Orderlies, Nursing Aides, Patient Care Assistants, Patient Care Technicians, EKG/ECG Aides, and Phlebotomists.
In a matter of months - not years - COT medical graduates can be out in the work world and serving patients in a rewarding career. Our program gives students the classroom and hands-on training that guides them toward becoming excellent Nursing Care Technicians. COT's program is comprehensive, using modern information, equipment, facilities and teaching instruction - giving the students the right training for an impressive career as a Nursing Care Technician.
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Career Certifications for Nursing Care Technicians
Here at COT, we understand that employers are not only looking for medical staff with the personality, reliability, and aptitude to perform well on the job, they are looking for current and relevant certifications as well. That's why we focus on preparation at the highest level, so our students can graduate with their college certificate and the credentials and certifications to help them move into an excellent career.
The Nursing Care Technician curriculum prepares students for the following certifications:
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Certified Phlebotomist Technician
- Certified EKG/ECG Technician
Who should become a Nursing Care Technician?
The devotion to patient care requires a tremendous amount of commitment, and the medical field is actively looking for people who have that commitment. Patients depend on Nursing Care Technicians for a great deal of assistance, so the Nursing Care Technician is always devoting time, effort and skills toward serving these needs.
Being a Nursing Care Technician is right for someone who wants to step up to a challenging position. Indeed, the position requires a lot of the person's self: self organization, self management, self confidence and self discipline. This position is right for a self-starter who likes a lot of day-to-day responsibility. Furthermore, the medical industry is looking for Nursing Care Technicians who understand time management. The patient's needs are ever-present, so the Nursing Care Technician must prioritize activities and make smart minute-by-minute decisions. Every minute matters to the Nursing Care Technician and to the patients the NCT is caring for. So, time management skills and self-motivation are key characteristics of the right person for this position.
Why Study Nursing Care Technician at COT?
- Additional skills are added such as Phlebotomy and EKG
- Classes are taught by Registered Nurses and Medical Doctors
- Campus is conveniently located and easily accessible by public transportation
- Fast training for an in-demand career
- Affordable tuition and financial aid is available to those who qualify
- Classes are hands-on
- Classes feature real world training
- Small class sizes ensure plenty of personal attention from instructors
- Job Placement assistance is available
- Courses prepare you for certification
- Schedules are flexible
- Rolling admissions (quick admissions process)
- Classes start frequently
- Immediate employment focused training
Contact us
Anyone who wants to learn more about COT's Nursing Care Technician training can call us at 800-953-6161. Also, people are always welcome to stop in and meet with our admissions professionals. That first meeting could lead to a career as one of the Chicago area's top Nursing Care Technicians. Request more information