Medical Device Reprocessing Certificate
About the Medical Device Reprocessing Certificate
Built around the concepts required to shine in this detail-driven field, our Medical Device Reprocessing program prepares you to write either the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management exam or the Canadian Standards Association exam to become a Certified Registered Central Service Technician.
In approximately 26 weeks, you’ll learn the science behind and techniques required for the precise skills of hospital instrument sterilization. You will become proficient in the cleaning, disinfection and sterilization of reusable medical equipment/devices in health care and personal service settings.
During a work-integrated learning opportunity, you’ll deepen your skills and understanding of what it takes to play an essential role in a healthcare team as a Medical Device Reprocessing technician.
Work-integrated Learning
Students in this program will complete a 400-hour work-integrated learning experience within the province of Alberta.
Related Careers
As a trained Medical Device Reprocessing Technician, you can work in a variety of medical environments, including:
Day Procedure Facilities
Hospital Central Processing Facilities
Hospital Operating Rooms
Private Health-Care Providers
Surgical Centers
Intakes
Winter (Domestic) - Start Date: Jan 07, 2025
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NOTE: Important dates may change.
Admission Requirements
Admission requirements for specific programs will often refer to Alberta Grade 12 course groups. Visit the Admission Requirements page for detailed group descriptions.
Eligibility for admission to the Medical Device Reprocessing program at Red Deer Polytechnic requires applicants to meet minimum academic requirements. Qualified applicants who meet all minimum requirements will be offered admission on a first-come, first-served basis.
Academic Requirements
Students applying to Medical Device Reprocessing must have a High School Diploma with:
ELA 30-1 or 30-2, or equivalent such as RDP ENGL 090 or 095
OR
Be 19 years or older with:
ELA 30-2, or equivalent
OR
Completion of a post-secondary English course or successful completion of a placement assessment.
OR
Completion of three post-secondary credit courses in the past five years
Additional Requirements
English Language Proficiency
Applicants who declare English as a first language are exempt from ELP requirements.
Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate English Language Proficiency (ELP) for admission to credit programs by providing official documentation to the Office of the Registrar at international.admissions@rdpolytech.ca or by regular mail, after an online application has been submitted.
All ELP tests must have been obtained within two years of the date their program starts. ELP requirements are in addition to the other admission requirements noted above.
Prior Learning and Transfer
Students presenting courses from other recognized post-secondary institutions may be granted transfer credit towards the Medical Device Reprocessing Certificate, visit our Recognition of Prior Learning and Transfer Credit page to learn more.
Program Cost
These costs are an estimate of tuition and fees based on the recommended course load per year.
NOTE: Additional fees apply. View here for a detailed, estimated breakdown of tuition, non-instructional mandatory fees, health and dental plan costs, and estimated textbooks and supplies costs.
Financial Aid Options
Student life can be very expensive, and few individuals have enough money to pay up-front for their post-secondary education.
Program Content
View our course guide for additional program and course information.
Program Courses
Graduation Requirements
Graduates must successfully pass all courses and achieve a cumulative GPA of 1.5.
Continuation Requirements
Students must complete a 400-hour work-integrated learning experience.