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Patient Care Technician Training in Indiana

Launch your healthcare career with free online PCT training. Indiana PCTs earn $35,000+ annually across 123 hospitals. Train at your own pace and pay only when you're ready to certify.

Who this training is for

Ideal for candidates with prior patient care experience who need certification to validate their skills for Indiana employers.

New to the field? If you have no prior experience, you must complete a Self-Managed 100-Hour Externship to build hands-on confidence needed to complete the program and prepare to challenge the AMCA PCTC.

Externship Disclaimer

EHired does NOT place, arrange, or supervise externships. All externships are self-managed. You are responsible for identifying and securing your own externship site at a hospital or healthcare facility. EHired provides state-specific resources and guidance, but placement is not guaranteed.

$35,000+
Average Salary
123
IN Hospitals
7%
Job Growth
$0
Training Cost

PCT Training Program Overview

What You'll Learn

  • Patient care fundamentals & safety protocols
  • Vital signs monitoring & documentation
  • Specimen collection
  • EKG/ECG fundamentals
  • Medical terminology & healthcare communication
  • Infection control & HIPAA compliance

Program Details

Duration 4-8 weeks (self-paced)
Format 100% Online
Training Cost $0 (Free)
Certification Exam AMCA PCTC
Externship 100 hours (self-managed)

PCT Salary by Region in Indiana

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Indiana Metro

$37K - $43K

Major hospitals

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Secondary Metro

$35K - $41K

Regional systems

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Suburban Areas

$34K - $40K

Community hospitals

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Rural Areas

$33K - $39K

Critical access

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College Towns

$35K - $41K

Academic centers

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Dialysis Centers

$41K - $47K

Specialized skills premium

Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wages, May 2024

Indiana Healthcare Landscape

πŸ“‹ Acute Care (Hospitals)

Indiana acute care hospitals may hire PCTs with national AMCA PCTC certification. CNA certification is typically NOT required for hospital PCT positions.

  • βœ… AMCA PCTC certification accepted
  • βœ… No CNA requirement for most hospitals
  • βœ… Many employers offer tuition reimbursement

🏠 Long-Term Care

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification IS required for nursing homes and long-term care facilities per Indiana Board of Nursing regulations.

  • ⚠️ CNA certification required for LTC
  • πŸ“‹ Contact IN Board of Nursing for requirements
  • πŸ”— IN Board of Nursing

πŸ” Indiana Healthcare Quick Facts

Population: 6.8 million
Over 65: 16.4%
Hospitals: 71
Job Growth: 7% through 2034

Frequently Asked Questions

Patient Care Technicians in Indiana earn $35,000+ annually. Metro areas typically pay $37K - $43K. Dialysis Centers offer $41K - $47K with specialized skills premium. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.

It depends on the setting. Indiana acute care hospitals typically do NOT require CNA certificationβ€”you can work as a PCT with AMCA PCTC certification. However, long-term care facilities (nursing homes) DO require CNA certification per IN Board of Nursing regulations. Always verify with your prospective employer.

With EHired's free online program, most students complete in 4-8 weeks at their own pace. When ready, schedule your AMCA PCTC certification exam. If you're new to healthcare, you'll also complete a self-managed 100-hour externship to build hands-on skills.

Excellent! 7% projected growth through 2034. Indiana's 123 hospitals and aging population (16.4% over 65) create consistent demand for PCTs. Major health systems across the state are continuously hiring.

Yes! Training and participation in the program is completely free. When you feel prepared for employment and credentialing, you pay a low one-time fee to complete the program and earn your certification.

Yes! AMCA PCTC certification is nationally recognized across all 50 states. Verify state-specific requirements before applying out-of-state.

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