Mission and Purpose Statement:

1. 120 hours of didactic activity – weighted
2. 75% cumulative grade
3. 220 hours of clinical training

• • Demonstrate clinical competency as verified by DES Checklist
  • Fulfill attendance and financial requirements

4. A current RN or LVN/LPN license is required by completion of program

5. Must be CPR certified by completion of program

• At least 120 hours of theory and 220 hours of clinicals.
• Certificate of completion at the completion of Theory & Clinical hours.
• Student must achieve a “C” grade (75%) or better in the program and full tuition payment to be eligible to obtain a certificate of completion.

To be eligible for admission, a prospective student must meet the following requirements:

• Be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language;
• Be a minimum of 17.5 years of age; or, if under the age of 18, a parent or legal guardian must sign the enrollment application. Additionally, the applicant must turn 18 prior to entering externship;
• Interview with counselor;
• Complete the application and pay the $ 100.00 application fee;
• Provide the minimum refundable down payment fee of $500 to hold your sit;
• Provide the nonrefundable registration fee of $150 to hold your sit;
• Proof of High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) or higher College Degree from an accredited school in the United States;
• Foreign country high school diploma or higher college degree (must be in English or translated into English);
• Must be AHA CPR/BLS certified;
• If required, a current RN or LVN/LPN license by completion of the program;
• Submit health standards documentation before clinical skills;
• Complete a general physical exam and immunization – physical exam and all immunizations are due prior to clinicals, if required;
• Take the TABE exam if not exempt from TABE testing.
• Candidates must show proof of immunization for the following or complete titers showing immunity:
  • MMR (2 doses)
  • Varicella (2 doses)
  • Hepatitis B (proof of 1st dose at registration, with correct dosing following)
  • TDAP (within 10 years)
  • 2 step TB Skin Test (within the last 1 year, not to expire prior to the end of the course), or chest x-ray (within the last 5 years), or a t-spot blood test;
  • Corvid and flu vaccines may be required, depending on clinical site.

Note: Official immunization records/vaccines can be requested from your Primary Care Physician or the Health Department. Students are responsible for all costs associated with meeting these physical requirements.

In the United States:

Workers on average earn $51,016 / yr.

Source: Updated Aug 9, 2023: https://www.glassdoor.com/Salaries/dialysis-technician-salary-SRCH_KO0,19.htm

The Hemodialysis Technicians Program provides students with the knowledge needed to perform as a dialysis technician. The program will not only provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties required of dialysis technicians, review kidney dialysis machines, preparing dialyzer reprocessing, delivery systems and review equipment maintenance, but it will also ensure that students gain experience in every aspect of their future career with emphasis on fundamental scientific principles, vital medical knowledge, professional clinical experience, and effective interpersonal connections. This course covers the following key areas and topics:

1. Didactic Components (minimum 120 hours of classroom time), covering the following topics:

• Renal Anatomy and Physiology
• Manifestation of Renal Failure
• Complications of Renal Failure
• Principles of Hemodialysis
• Chemistry as it Pertains to the Dialysis Patient
• Vascular Accesses
• Complications of Dialysis
• Confidentiality and Addressing the Patient
• Water Treatment
• Professional Development

2. Clinical Components

• Consist of at least 220 hours of training
• Demonstrate the dialysis treatment process