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New References PCT Skills Builder Plus and  \nCertified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) ONline Study Guide 2.1  \nHartman’s Complete Guide for the EKG Technician and Fundamental Concepts and Skills for Patient Care Technician have been retired. Editorial changes have been made.  \nEvent Summary  \nPatient Care Technician allows members to gain the knowledge and skills required for patient care in medical settings. This competitive event consists of two rounds. Round One is a written, multiple-choice test, and the topscoring competitors advance to Round Two for the skills assessment. This event aims to inspire members to learn more about the field and how to provide quality patient care.  \nSponsorship  \nHOSA-Future Health Professionals appreciates the sponsorship of this event by the National Healthcareer Association. NHA has developed a special landing page for competitors and advisors.  \nDress Code  \nBonus points will be awarded for proper dress.  \nRound 1: Proper business attire, official HOSA uniform, or attire appropriate to the occupational area  \nRound 2: Attire appropriate to the occupational area  \nCompetitor Must Provide:  \n● A photo ID both rounds  \n● Two \\#2 lead pencils (not mechanical) with eraser for the test.  \n● Pen  \n● Barrier devices (non-latex gloves, gown, goggles or safety glasses, mask)  \nHOSA Conference Staff will provide equipment and supplies as listed in Appendix I  \nGeneral Rules  \n1. Competitors must be familiar with and adhere to the General Rules and Regulations.  \nOfficial References  \n2. The references below are used in the development of the test questions and skill rating sheets:  \na. National Healthcareer Association PCT SKILLS BUILDER PLUS an online learning resource that provides students with an interactive learning experience focused on the knowledge and skills needed to be a Patient Care Technician. NHA is offering HOSA members a 10% discount on individual purchases and group discounts by contacting an NHA sales representative. Visit the competition landing page HERE.  \nb. National Healthcareer Association Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) Online Study Guide 2.1  \nNHA’s online study guide helps learners prepare for the Certified Patient Care Technician.  \nRound One Test  \n3.  Test Instructions: The written test will consist of 50 multiple-choice items in a maximum of 60 minutes.  \n4. Time Remaining Announcements: There will be NO verbal announcements for time remaining during ILC testing. All ILC testing will be completed in the Testing Center and competitors are responsible for monitoring their own time.  \n5. 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