Patient Care Technician
Is this event right for you?
You might enjoy this event if you:
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Are interested in a career as a patient care technician, nursing assistant, or similar healthcare role.
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Enjoy performing hands-on skills such as vital signs, patient transfers, and specimen collection.
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Want to learn about safety, infection control, and ethical patient care practices.
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Like combining written knowledge with real-world healthcare skills.
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Want to explore a profession that directly supports patients and medical teams in various settings.
Event Details
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Health Professions Event
Solo competitor
Written test – 50 multiple-choice questions, 60 minutes
Skills demonstration (e.g., selected patient-care, phlebotomy, and EKG skills)
Round 1: 60 minutes
Round 2: 5–10 minutes per skill
Highest Round 1 test score
Infection control, vital signs, patient mobility, safety, communication, basic healthcare procedures, ethical and legal considerations
TYPE
FORMAT
ROUND 1
TIME LIMIT
TIE BREAKER
ROUND 2
FOCUS AREAS
Topics on the Test
1. Patient Care– 44%
2. Compliance, Safety, & Professional Responsibility– 20%
3. Infection Control– 12%
4. Phlebotomy– 14%
5. EKG (Electrocardiography)– 10%
Study Materials & Practice
Key Official References:
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National Healthcareer Association PCT SKILLS BUILDER PLUS an online learning resource that provides students with an interactive learning experience focused on the knowledge and skills needed to be a Patient Care Technician.
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Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) Online Study Guide 2.1.
Event Day Checklist:
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Photo ID for both rounds
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Two #2 pencils (non-mechanical) with erasers
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Pen
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Barrier devices: non-latex gloves, gown, goggles or safety glasses, mask
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Professional business attire or official HOSA uniform (bonus points for proper dress)
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Know the General Rules & Regulations
Tips from Previous Competitors
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