Start Caring: Your Path to PCA Certification
Arleigh Hatcher • July 30, 2025
Build a rewarding future by providing compassionate care where it matters most.
If you're looking for a fast, meaningful way to enter the healthcare field, becoming a Personal Care Aide (PCA) might be the perfect path. PCAs are essential to supporting individuals with daily living tasks—and the demand for compassionate caregivers has never been higher.
So what exactly does PCA training include, and how can you get started?
🧼 What Do Personal Care Aides Do?
Personal Care Aides help clients maintain independence and dignity in their own homes or in assisted living settings. Their duties include:
Assisting with bathing, dressing, and grooming
Helping with mobility and transfers
Preparing meals and assisting with feeding
Providing medication reminders (note: PCAs do not administer medications)
Offering companionship and emotional support
It’s a role that blends skill, empathy, and reliability—making a real impact in someone’s day-to-day life.
📚 What to Expect in PCA Training
Most PCA training programs are state-regulated and include a minimum of 40 hours of instruction. These programs typically cover:
Infection control and hygiene
Client safety and emergency response
Communication and documentation
Respecting client rights and cultural differences
Orientation to working in home care or assisted living
Training often ends with a final exam or skills assessment, and may include CPR certification.
📝 Important:
Each state has its own licensing or registry requirements. Be sure the program you choose is recognized in your state.
❤️ Why Choose Heart to Heart Career Training Center?
At Heart to Heart, our PCA program is built to meet both state standards and real-world needs:
✅ State-approved curriculum recognized in Virginia
⏰ Flexible class schedules — weekends and hybrid options available
🧑🏫 Experienced instructors with a passion for patient care
🎯 Career placement assistance to help you find the right job quickly
🥇 High pass rates thanks to hands-on training and small class sizes
Whether you’re new to healthcare or making a career change, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
💡 Ready to Begin Your PCA Career?
Jumpstart a rewarding and in-demand role with Personal Care Aide training—Heart to Heart offers a program that’s accessible, affordable, and designed for your success.
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If you’ve ever dreamed of working in healthcare but weren’t sure where to start, a Patient Care Technician (PCT) program might be the perfect path. At Heart to Heart Career Training Center, our 21-week Hybrid PCT Bundle combines flexibility, affordability, and hands-on experience to prepare you for success. What Is a Patient Care Technician? Patient Care Technicians are essential members of the healthcare team. They work alongside nurses and doctors, assisting with vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy, and patient comfort. About the Program Our PCT Bundle includes three major certifications: Nurse Aide (CNA) Phlebotomy Technician EKG Technician Students begin with the Nurse Aide module and then progress through EKG and Phlebotomy, depending on course schedules. Why Choose the Hybrid Format? You’ll enjoy the best of both worlds — online learning for flexibility and in-person labs for practical training. This format allows students to balance education with work or family life. Certification Opportunities After completing all modules, students are eligible to take the: AMCA Patient Care Technician National Exam (PCTC) AMCA Phlebotomy and EKG Certification Exams Virginia Nurse Aide State Exam (for Nurse Aide graduates) Invest in Your Future Tuition is $6,357, with an $875 deposit (including lab fee). Flexible payment options make it easier to start now and pay over time. 👉 https://hearttoheartctc.myshopify.com/collections/all Enroll Today! The demand for skilled healthcare professionals is growing — don’t wait. 👉 Register now at Heart to Heart Career Training Center
Ready to start your healthcare career? Heart to Heart Career Training Center is excited to offer the Bargain Box Scholarship for most of our classes—including Nurse Aide Day & Evening sessions beginning November 3rd! 💸 This scholarship makes becoming a Certified Nurse Aide easier and more affordable. It’s exclusively for residents of York County and Poquoson. 📞 Ready to get started? Call 757-886-1520 or visit TheBargainBox.org today! Your CNA journey is within reach—let’s make it happen! 💪 If you live outside York or Poquoson, no worries! We have other tuition assistance options available for you.🙌 Need flexible payment plans? Affirm lets you spread out your tuition payments with no impact on your credit score. 🔗 Check it out here: https://hearttoheartctc.myshopify.com/collections/all Start your new career before 2026 and confidently step into your future in healthcare! 👉 Learn more at https://www.hearttoheartctc.com/startdates
At Heart to Heart CTC, we love seeing students walk out of our doors feeling empowered, confident, and ready to respond when it matters most. One recent example? Kristianna, who renewed her Basic Life Support (BLS) certification with us — and left with more than just a card. She walked away with real skills, deeper understanding, and the confidence to take action in any emergency. "I feel confident and well-trained. The instructors were clear, supportive, and made learning CPR techniques easy to remember and apply." – Kristianna, BLS Renewal Student Why BLS Training Matters BLS training goes beyond memorizing steps. It’s about building muscle memory, learning teamwork, and practicing high-quality CPR in real-life scenarios. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, student, or just someone who wants to be ready, BLS training gives you life-saving confidence. What You’ll Learn: ✅ High-quality CPR techniques ✅ Proper use of AEDs ✅ Effective teamwork in emergencies ✅ Skills to handle choking and cardiac arrest situations Ready to Renew or Get Certified? If Kristianna’s story inspired you, now’s the perfect time to take that step. Whether it’s your first time or you're renewing your certification, we’re here to help you succeed — and maybe even feature your story next! 👉 Register today: 🔗 https://hearttoheartctc.enrollware.com/enroll?id=11236893
