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Patient Care Technician (PCT)

🩺 Patient Care Technician (PCT) Program Program Description The Patient Care Technician (PCT) Program at 1st Choice Career Center prepares students for entry-level positions providing direct patient care in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. This hands-on program equips students with essential clinical skills needed to support nurses and healthcare teams while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. Training focuses on both technical competencies and professional behavior required in today’s healthcare environments. Program Highlights: Vital signs and patient monitoring Infection control and safety practices Phlebotomy and EKG fundamentals Basic nursing skills and patient assistance Medical terminology and documentation Professional communication and ethics Graduates of the program are prepared to pursue employment as Patient Care Technicians and related roles in a variety of healthcare settings. Career Opportunities Include: Patient Care Technician Nursing Assistant Clinical Support Technician Hospital Care Associate

1st Choice Career Centers

Welcome to 1st Choice Career Center

Fast-Track Training. National Certification. Real Career Results.

1st Choice Career Center is Ohio’s leading hybrid workforce training school with four campuses in Cleveland (North Randall), Niles, Cincinnati, and Columbus.

We specialize in:

ODH-Approved CNA Training

OBON-Approved Medication Aide (CMA)

National Certification Prep (NHA, AMCA, MEDCA, PTCB)

GED Prep (Accelerated & Hybrid)

Medical Career Programs

Logistics & Freight Dispatching Training

Our hybrid programs are designed for busy adults, parents, and working students, combining:

 

✔ Live instructor-led classes Online coursework

✔ In-person labs (for healthcare programs)

✔ National certification exam preparation

✔ Job readiness & employability support

 

We prepare students for industry-recognized certifications, not degrees.

All programs are short-term, skills-focused, and exempt from SBCCS oversight under Ohio’s test-prep & certification-prep provisions.

 

📍 Campuses:

Cleveland • Niles • Cincinnati • Columbus

📞 216-310-5027

📧 hello@1stchoicecc.info

We now have three campuses to serve you: 

Main Campus

Address: 4767 Northfield Rd. North Randall Ohio 44128

Phone: 216-310-5027

SMS: 216-310-5027

Student Email: firstchoicecareercenter22@gmail.com

Business Hours: MTWTh 10a-3p

 

Cincinnati Campus

Address: 8505 Reading Rd Suite B. Cincinnati, Ohio 45215

Phone: 216-310-5027

SMS: 216-310-5027

Student Email: firstchoicecareercenter22@gmail.com

Business Hours: MTWTh 10a-3p

 

Niles/Warren/Youngstown Campus 

Address: 5836 Youngstown Warren Rd Niles, Ohio 44446

Phone: 216-310-5027

SMS: 216-310-5027

Student Email: firstchoicecareercenter22@gmail.com

Business Hours: MTWTh 10a-3p

 

Columbus Campus 

Address: 3903 Great Southern Ct Columbus, Ohio 43207

Phone: 216-310-5027

SMS: 216-310-5027

Student Email: firstchoicecareercenter22@gmail.com

Business Hours: MTWTh 10a-3p

 

 

 

 

 

See Our Current Courses Below

CNA (Nurse Aide)

CNAs play an important role of the healthcare team. They provides direct patient care, emotional and physical support for the residents and resident’s family members. This field is in high demand and you may be employed at nursing homes, hospitals, and home care.

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Phlebotomy Technician

Phlebotomy technicians work in hospitals, laboratories, blood donor centers, and physicians' offices. They are responsible for drawing blood to be used for diagnostic testing, transfusions, research, or blood donations.

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EKG Technician

Electrocardiograph or EKG technicians are a valuable part of the healthcare team. They are professionals who perform diagnostic tests that help doctors identify cardiovascular (heart) problems in patients.

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Medical Assisting

Certified Clinical Medical Assistants are multi-skilled allied healthcare professionals who may administer medications, assist with minor procedures, record vital signs, take medical histories, prepare patients and rooms for examinations, handle laboratory specimens, provide patient education and much more.

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Medical Office Assistant

Medical Administrative Assistants perform various administrative tasks depending on the day-to-day demands of the office. Using your knowledge of medical terminology and software applications you will be charged with helping to operate the front end medical office.

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Billing and Coding

Medical billing and coding specialists are integral members of every medical facility. In our Online Medical Billing and Coding Course, we teach you the precise skills you need to accurately convert patient information into insurance claims. Our online platform and lessons give you what you need to complete the program in just 6 weeks!

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FREE Home Health Aide

Become a Certified Home Health Aide and enjoy 1 on 1 personal care with your clients and help them remain at home. This is a FREE Community based class for those who like to be employed by a local agency to work as an HHA

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DODD Medication Administration

The medication course is a 14 hours course through the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities. We will teach you to safely adminster medications. Click below to see if you qualify.

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CPR and First Aide Training

Do you need CPR and First Aide training? Contact us about our upcoming CPR and First Aide Classes or training for your staff.

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Government Funding and Financing Options FREE Classes available for those who qualify call or sms for details

Funding and Financing Options

 

We have Financing

We are partnered with Flex Buy! They offer easy financing and you will get a response in a little as one day with Low Interest Rates.

We offer flex payments

For more information and to Apply Click Below!

 

Tuition fees for our courses are eligible for government funding.

Email us at career1stchoice@aol.com or text us at 440-263-6120 us for more information about the government funding to cover your tuition for low income or no income Ohio Residents

 

 

 

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