Train to Become a Patient Care Associate: Be the Heart of Healthcare

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Achieve a caring career

As a Patient Care Associate (PCA), you won’t just have a job in healthcare — you will help and support people who need care the most.

Secure your success

Our Patient Care Associate certificate program will teach you in the classroom and through real-world practice. You’ll be ready to work as a CNA, phlebotomist, EKG technician, or in other healthcare jobs.

Benefit from flexibility

We understand you have a busy life. That’s why we offer classes during the day and evening, so you can choose a schedule that works best for you. Even better, our CNA and Phlebotomy training is offered at no-cost!*

Your compassion can make a real-world impact

As a Patient Care Associate (PCA), you can help others daily by offering comfort, supporting recovery, and providing important care. At Goodwin University, our Patient Care Associate certificate program teaches you hands-on skills and medical knowledge so you can make a real difference in your community.

Financing your PCA certificate

Did you know that you can receive no-cost CNA or phlebotomy training at Goodwin?*

Finances shouldn’t stand in the way of achieving your educational goals. We’re here to help you explore every available option to fund your certificate program, including work-study opportunities, grants and scholarships, and student loans.

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Patient Care Associate curriculum

At Goodwin, our PCA program includes six 7-week modules completed over three semesters. You’ll begin with CNA training and progress through EKG, multiple internship experiences, and a three-part phlebotomy series — building real-world skills every step of the way.

While students may choose to earn their CNA license after the first module, the full program is thoughtfully designed to keep you moving forward with hands-on training in high-demand areas like EKG and phlebotomy — enhancing your credentials and expanding your career opportunities.

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Find professional fulfillment

When you earn your certificate at Goodwin University, you’ll be ready to start your career with confidence. Our program prepares you to work as a Patient Care Associate (PCA) and also gives you the skills to explore other healthcare jobs, such as:

Certified nursing assistant (CNA)
Electrocardiogram (EKG) technician
Phlebotomist

Your PCA certificate can also be a first step toward continuing your education and becoming a licensed practical nurse (LPN)!

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Start classes September 8!