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Overview
Students gain theory and application of principals related to decontamination, sterilization, storage and distribution of equipment in a medical device reprocessing area.
Medical Device Reprocessing Technician graduates will be prepared to work in a variety of settings from acute care hospitals to veterinary clinics.
The Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Certificate Program from Vancouver Island University prepares graduates for a number of different job titles, including:Central Processing Assistant
Central Supply Department Technician
Medical Device Reprocessing Technician
Course Delivery
This program is offered on a full-time basis over 5.5 months. The courses are delivered online, in-person, and on hospital sites.
Flexibility is required, particularly during the clinical/practicum as shifts can be scheduled from 0700 to 1900.
Practicum placements are currently hosted at Victoria General Hospital, Royal Jubilee Hospital and the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. Students are responsible for securing accommodation and transportation to support their practicum experience.Programme Structure
Program Content:
Medical Device Reprocessing Technician: Theory
Medical Device Reprocessing Technician: Clinical Skills Basics
Medical Device Reprocessing Technician: Clinical/Practicum
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 5 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
TOEFL® IBT 88
IELTS 6.5
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Delivered
Blended, Online
Campus Location
- Nanaimo, Canada
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT 88
IELTS 6.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Grade 12 graduation, or acceptable equivalent
- Grade 12 English with a grade of "C" or better, or acceptable equivalent
- If you do not meet the English prerequisite, please contact Student Assessment and Exam Invigilation Services, located at Nanaimo, Cowichan and Powell River, to arrange your assessment.
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Tuition Fees
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Applies to youNon-residents9791 CAD / full≈ 9791 CAD / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents9791 CAD / full≈ 9791 CAD / full
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