If you’ve been thinking about starting a career in healthcare but don’t know where to begin, becoming a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) is one of the fastest and most rewarding paths to enter the field.
Accommodate Medical Staffing, LLC is offering a 40-Hour Ready-to-Work PCA / Personal Care Home (PCH) Training Program designed to prepare individuals with the essential skills needed to work with seniors, disabled adults, and individuals who need assistance with daily living.
This program combines online learning and hands-on clinical training so students gain both knowledge and real caregiving experience.
What Is a Patient Care Assistant (PCA)?
A Patient Care Assistant provides essential support to individuals who need help with everyday tasks due to aging, illness, or disability. PCAs play an important role in helping people remain safe, comfortable, and independent.
PCAs often work in:
- Home care agencies
- Personal care homes
- Assisted living facilities
- Private caregiving positions
- Hospitals and rehabilitation centers
With the growing demand for caregivers across the country, PCA training provides a strong entry point into the healthcare industry.
What Students Will Learn
The PCA training program focuses on real-world caregiving skills that professionals use every day. Students will learn how to assist patients safely while maintaining dignity and respect.
Topics covered include:
- Personal care assistance (bathing, grooming, toileting)
- Infection control and safety practices
- Mobility support and safe transfer techniques
- Fall prevention and patient safety
- Nutrition and feeding assistance
- Dementia and Alzheimer’s care basics
- Communication with elderly residents
- Resident rights and dignity
- HIPAA and confidentiality
- Documentation and reporting changes in condition
These skills prepare students to confidently support patients in a variety of healthcare settings.
Hybrid Learning: Online + Hands-On Training
The program is designed to be flexible while still providing important clinical experience.
Monday – Wednesday: Online Independent Study (24 Hours)
Students complete self-paced learning modules covering foundational caregiving topics such as infection control, elder care, safety procedures, dementia care, and documentation.
Thursday: In-Person Clinical Training (8 Hours)
Students participate in hands-on training and practice skills including:
- Proper handwashing and use of PPE
- Bed making (occupied and unoccupied)
- Safe transfers and gait belt use
- Bathing and hygiene assistance
- Feeding assistance techniques
- Range-of-motion exercises
- Emergency and safety procedures
Friday: Skills Check-Off & Final Testing (8 Hours)
Students demonstrate competency in essential caregiving skills and complete a written final exam. Skills evaluated include:
- Hand hygiene and infection control
- Proper PPE use
- Safe transfers
- Feeding assistance
- Vital signs
- Resident interaction
- Documentation practices
Successful completion of these assessments confirms that students are ready to begin working in entry-level caregiving roles.
Certification and Ready-to-Work Documentation
Upon successful completion of the program, students receive:
- Patient Care Assistant Certificate
- Skills Competency Verification
- Training Documentation Signed by a Registered Nurse
These documents demonstrate that the student has completed essential training and is prepared to enter the healthcare workforce.
What’s Included in the Program
This training is designed as a complete “Ready-to-Work Healthcare Package.”
Students receive:
- 40 hours of PCA / PCH training
- Hands-on clinical skills training
- CPR / First Aid / AED certification
- TB screening
- Background check
- Skills competency evaluation
- Ready-to-work documentation
Who Should Take This Training?
This program is perfect for:
- Individuals looking to start a healthcare career
- People interested in caregiving roles
- Family caregivers wanting professional training
- Students exploring healthcare professions
- Individuals seeking flexible entry-level healthcare jobs
No prior healthcare experience is required. The program is beginner-friendly and designed for new learners.
Program Cost
$400 per student
Considering the certifications, training hours, and background screening included, the program offers excellent value for individuals looking to enter the healthcare field quickly.
Limited Class Sizes
To maintain quality training and personalized instruction, class sizes are limited.
This ensures that each student receives proper guidance during clinical practice and skills evaluation.
Start Your Healthcare Career Today
Healthcare careers begin with compassion, training, and the willingness to help others. PCA training provides the foundation needed to begin making a difference in people’s lives.
If you’re ready to gain valuable caregiving skills and start working in healthcare, this Ready-to-Work PCA Training Program can help you take the first step.
About Accommodate Medical Staffing, LLC
Accommodate Medical Staffing provides home care services and healthcare workforce training to support families and individuals throughout the community.
Our goal is to prepare compassionate caregivers who are ready to provide safe, respectful, and high-quality care.