slowrabbit

A patient care technician is not the same as a CNA but you do need to be a CNA to get the PCT designation. The major difference is the level of training and skills a PCT has over a CNA. The prep class sounds too brief and may not give you all the hands on training you'll need. In addition, most places prefer that a PCT has experience working as a CNA first before they hire you as a PCT. Hope this answers your question.

Thanks for the insight. I'm a pre-nursing student who's gone through a similar experience as a CNA. I often wonder if I'm doing the right thing. Your article gives one some reassurance.