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100% Online Patient Care Technician Certification (CPCT) Program with Nationwide Externship Placements

In just 2 months, our online Patient Care Technician program prepares you for the National Healthcareer Association CPCT exam—and after you’re certified, we help you complete clinical hours and land a full-time job.

Why Choose Our Online Medical Assistant Program?

Program Overview

  • Nationally Accredited Certification (NHA)

  • Accepted and Recognized in 50 States

  • 100% Online, Self-Paced Learning

  • Affordable Tuition — $900 Total with Payment Plans

  • 24/7 Access—Study Anytime, Anywhere

  • No Deadlines or Fixed Schedules

  • Finish in 2 months (up to 12 months access)

  • Guaranteed externship placements Nationwide

  • Personalized job matching + Application & interview support

  • Dedicated instructor & student support

  • Simulation-based clinical training

  • Get hired in 3 months — or full tuition refund!

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What You’ll Learn

Our program is accredited by the National Healthcareer Association's (NHA) and prepares you to pass the NHA CPCT exam

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Weeks 1–2: Foundational Patient Care & Healthcare Basics

  • Basic Patient Care Principles

  • Human Body Systems Overview

  • Infection Control & Standard Precautions

  • Patient Communication Skills

  • Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

  • Taking & Documenting Vital Signs

  • Professionalism in Healthcare Settings

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Weeks 3–6: Clinical Skills, Safety & Technical Training

  • Patient Safety & Fall Prevention

  • Healthcare Ethics & Confidentiality

  • Documentation & Reporting

  • Adapting Care for Special Patient Populations

  • Geriatric, Pediatric & Disabled Patient Considerations

  • Emergency Response Procedures & Basic Interventions

  • Foundations of Phlebotomy
    Venipuncture Theory & Specimen Handling

  • Introduction to EKG Monitoring

  • Cardiac Rhythm Basics

  • EKG Procedure Preparation & Documentation

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Weeks 7–8: Certification Exam Preparation & Review

  • NHA CPCT Practice Exams

  • Mock Certification Testing

  • Comprehensive Concept Review

  • Test-Taking Strategies

  • Certification Application Guidance

  • NHA CPCT Exam

  • Externship and Job Support

Medical Assistant Certification Exam

Upon successful completion of all course modules, students will sit for The National Healthcareer Association's (NHA) NCCA-accredited CPCT certification exam. Students will have a choice of taking the exam online with a proctor or at a PSI testing center.

The CPCT/A exam is 100 questions with 2 hours allotted

CSI covers the cost of the NHA CPCT mock exams and official exam ($220 value)

CSI has a 97% exam pass rate (on first attempt)

Enrollment Requirements

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High School diploma (GED) or be scheduled to get your diploma within 12 months

Internet access and a web browser

Course registration and payment

Trusted by 3,000+ Students Nationwide

At Clinical Skills Institute, we’re proud to help students start rewarding careers in healthcare. But don’t just take our word for it—hear directly from one of our Medical Assistant students about her experience in the program.

Read what our Medical Assistant students are saying

We’re confident in your success — that’s why we offer our Career Support Guarantee.
If you complete all program and career placement requirements and do not secure a
full-time Medical Assistant position within 6 months of earning your NHA certification, you may be eligible for a full tuition refund.*

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Nationally Accredited Certification
National HealthCareer Association (NHA)


Clinical Skills Institute is an approved training program through The National Healthcareer Association (NHA), the largest allied health credentialing body in the United States. As a partner, Clinical Skills Institute offers NHA certifications which are nationally accredited through the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA).

To verify approval of a training institution, call (800) 499-9092

Clinical Skills Institute NHA Partnership

Who Is This Course For?

  • Individuals who want a fast and affordable path into healthcare.

  • Pre-med and pre-PA students seeking to gain hands-on skills and certification.

  • Organizations looking to train new hires efficiently.

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Enrollment Requirements

  • Be 16 years or older

  • High-school diploma or GED

  • Reliable internet connection and computer/mobile device

  • Completed course registration and tuition payment

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What’s Included With Your Tuition ($900)

  • Interactive lessons with 24/7 learner support

  • Patient Simulation Platform, 3D-Animated Procedures

  • Self-Paced, mobile friendly

  • 6 Official CPCT Practice Exams

  • NHA National CPCT Exam Included

  • CSI Certificate & Digital Badge

  • Externship placement (optional)

  • Access to all the program materials for 12 months

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Student Support Services

  • Dedicated student success advisors

  • 1-on-1 instructor tutoring & guidance

  • Externship assistance with clinics in your ZIP code

  • Resume support + cover letter development

100% Online Patient Care Technician Program with Nationwide Externship Placements

Get Certified & Hired with expert support you can count on.

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Enroll Online

Get immediate access to your digital classroom

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Learn at Your Pace

Learn on your schedule with 24/7 access to course materials, self-guided lessons, & student support

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Continuous Support

Learn from seasoned educators who provide personalized guidance, industry insights, & ongoing mentorship

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Gain Experience

Hands-on externship placements nationwide

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Earn Industry-recognized Certification

Your nationally accredited CPCT certification is widely recognized by healthcare employers nationwide

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Get Hired Fast

Personalized career counseling, resumé workshops, exclusive job boards, & virtual career fairs

Resources for aspiring certified Patient Care Technicians

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