Dialysis Technician
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/17/2023
Program Description
This 56-hour noncredit Dialysis Technician Program provides students the knowledge and skills to, under the supervision of physicians and registered nurses, operate kidney dialysis machines, prepare dialyzer processing and delivery systems, as well as maintain and repair equipment, monitor and record vital signs, and administer drugs as needed. High school diploma or GED required for admission.
Students will learn the principles of hemodialysis, safety procedures, identifying specific supplies and equipment used in selected dialysis procedures, plus the definitions of quality of care. Students also will learn to review precautions and guidelines in performing the preparation, assessment, monitoring, and care of a dialysis patient. Upon completion, students can sit for the state certification examination.
Established in 2014
CIP: 51-0717 Medical Staff Services Technology/Technician.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Local Information
| What portion of the total program cost (question 11), is for books and fees? | 600 |
| SOC Code the curriculum will prepare the customer to obtain employemnt in | 34038 |
Provider Information
Moraine Valley Community College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
- Higher Learning Commission
- Industry Standard: State of Illinois Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Regulations
Education Information
Community College Certificate of Completion
8 Weeks ( 56.00 Hours / 0.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $1,299.00 |
| Fees | $150.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $100.00 |
| Total Cost | $1,549.00 |
Financial Aid
Application Procedure
The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $8,000.
Entry Requirements:
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Internships
- Classroom Instruction
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Open Entry/Exit
Performance Data
Program: Dialysis Technician
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/17/2023
Program Description
This 56-hour noncredit Dialysis Technician Program provides students the knowledge and skills to, under the supervision of physicians and registered nurses, operate kidney dialysis machines, prepare dialyzer processing and delivery systems, as well as maintain and repair equipment, monitor and record vital signs, and administer drugs as needed. High school diploma or GED required for admission.
Students will learn the principles of hemodialysis, safety procedures, identifying specific supplies and equipment used in selected dialysis procedures, plus the definitions of quality of care. Students also will learn to review precautions and guidelines in performing the preparation, assessment, monitoring, and care of a dialysis patient. Upon completion, students can sit for the state certification examination.
Established in 2014
CIP: 51-0717 Medical Staff Services Technology/Technician.
Local Information
| What portion of the total program cost (question 11), is for books and fees? | 600 |
| SOC Code the curriculum will prepare the customer to obtain employemnt in | 34038 |
Provider Information
Moraine Valley Community College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
- Higher Learning Commission
- Industry Standard: State of Illinois Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Regulations
Education Information
Community College Certificate of Completion
8 Weeks ( 56.00 Hours / 0.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $1,299.00 |
| Fees | $150.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $100.00 |
| Total Cost | $1,549.00 |
Financial Aid
Application Procedure
The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $8,000.
Entry Requirements:
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Internships
- Classroom Instruction
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Open Entry/Exit