Renal Dialysis Technician

Diploma: Short Certificate

Location: Downtown

A medical professional in a white coat is taking the blood pressure of a patient wearing a grey robe, in a bright and modern clinic setting.

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Overview

Learn to safely and effectively operate dialysis machines, work with medical records, and provide care for patients with kidney disorders.

Tuition	N/A
Credential	Short Certificate
Length	8 weeks
Hours	N/A
Delivery	N/A
Campus	Downtown
Start Dates

What to expect

What you will learn

Prepare, maintain, and troubleshoot dialysis equipment and courses for treatment
Work effectively, ethically, and professionally both individually and as part of an inter-professional healthcare team
Maintain a safe environment by following infection control protocols, occupational health and safety guidelines, and established standards of care
Perform patient care duties within assigned roles and responsibilities
Document observations and care provided according to clinical and agency standards

Program Duration and Maximum Time for Completion

Eight weeks of full-time study. Both courses must be completed simultaneously in order to graduate. Maximum time for completion is 3 years.

Admission Requirement

Program-specific

Grade 12 graduation or equivalent
English 12 with a minimum ‘C+’ grade or equivalent
Anatomy & Physiology 12 with a C+, or VCC BIOL 0983/BIOL 0993 with a C+, or equivalent
OACP 1108 Medical Terminology 1: or equivalent, taken within 5 years
MSKL 1104 Interpersonal Communications – Health: or equivalent
Criminal Record Check (CRC). Students in this program are required to complete a CRC. The CRC must be completed according to VCC’s Criminal Record Check instructions. Students whose CRC results indicate they pose a risk to vulnerable populations will not be able to complete the requirements of the program (e.g. practicums) or graduate.

Upon acceptance, students will also be required to complete the following:

Current CPR – Level C
Submission of a negative TB skin test. If the skin test is positive, proof of a negative TB chest x-ray is required.
A VCC Immunization Record must be completed. Immunizations in the following are strongly recommended and in some case may be required for practicum placements:
- Pertussis
- Diphtheria/Tetanus
- Polio
- Measles, Mumps, and Rubella
- Hepatitis B
- Influenza (on an annual basis)
- Chicken Pox
- COVID-19

*NOTE: Clinical facilities may decline individual students for their placement if a student is unable to provide proof of immunizations or satisfactory serum titers and TB screening.

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Recommended Characteristics

Ability to adjust to work in a hospital setting. Previous health care experience is an asset.
Ability to operate related equipment.
Ability to take initiative, handle responsibility and maintain confidentiality.
Dependable, ethical and respectful.
Ability to work under close direction as a member of a health care team.
Attention to detail, accuracy, patience, and ability to work well under pressure.
Flexibility to adjust to early morning and evening practicum shifts, to a variety of clinical settings and locations within the Lower Mainland area.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of a renal technician, including standing for long periods of time and performing repetitive movements.

Program Availability

Not currently available.

Courses

Plan of Study Grid
Term One		Credits
RENL 1001	Renal Dialysis Technician Theory	3.5
RENL 1002	Renal Dialysis Technician Clinical	7
	Credits	10.5
	Total Credits	10.5

This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Fees and Costs

* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit ($300 or $500, depending on program).

Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.

Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.

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Technical requirement

General technology requirements for online learning

How to Apply

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Online

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Mail

Fill out a PDF form and mail to:
VCC Registrar's Office
1155 East Broadway
Vancouver, B.C., V5T 4V5

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