Pictured, from left, are Columbiana County Career and Technical Center Health Academy students who earned their national certification as patient care technicians: front row, Lexi Kelley of Lisbon, Kirsten Reckner of Lisbon, and Emma Julian of Crestview. , Abby Passmore of Columbiana, Peyton Swanson of Lisbon, and Allie Keyes of Leetonia. Back row, Beaver Local's Megan Moore, Beaver Local's Camryn Martin, Lisbon's Alyssa Franz, United's Ariana Gonzalez, United's Cheyenne Schwartz. Not pictured is Mara Morris from Southern Local. (Submitted photo)
LISBON – The Columbiana County Career Technical Center Health Academy Program announced the latest Patient Care Technician certification through the National Health Career Association.
Patient care technicians play an important role in healthcare delivery, providing direct care to patients under the supervision of nurses and other healthcare professionals. By completing rigorous training and earning certification, patient care technicians can monitor patients' vital signs, assist with activities of daily living, collect specimens for testing, and provide compassionate support to patients and their families. Demonstrate proficiency in key tasks, such as providing services.
“Obtaining a national certification is a big step. Whether students decide to get a job after graduation or pursue a college degree, this certification gives them a competitive advantage over other candidates. I'm very proud of their accomplishments and can't wait to see what impact they will have in the future.” Health Academy lecturer Pam Dawson said:
