PCT (Patient Care Technician / CPCT/A) Exam Prep — Unlimited Practice Guide
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Start Free PCT PracticeAbout the CPCT/A Certification
The Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) exam is administered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). It consists of 100 scored questions plus 20 pretest items within a 135-minute time limit, covering basic patient care, vital signs, phlebotomy, EKG monitoring, and specimen collection across 4 domains. The CPCT/A is nationally recognized for patient care technician roles in hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities.
Exam Overview
- Exam body: National Healthcareer Association (NHA) — CPCT/A
- Questions: 100 scored + 20 pretest
- Time limit: 135 minutes
- Scope: National (U.S.)
- Content areas: Basic patient care, vital signs, phlebotomy, EKG monitoring, specimen collection, infection control, patient communication
Career Outlook (BLS 2023)
- Related occupation: Medical Assistants — SOC 31-9092
- Median annual wage: $42,000
- Projected 10-year job growth: +15%