Course Overview:
(Replaces the course formerly known as NC1428 Sterile Supply Technician).
The Medical Device Reprocessing (MDR) Technician part-time program is a combination of theoretical knowledge and clinical practice. MDR Technicians are an important part of the healthcare team ensuring equipment and instruments used for patient care, procedures and surgeries are cleaned and sterilized to industry standards.
Entrance Requirements:
1. High School Graduation.
2. Completion of NC1747 Medical Terminology course or equivalent.
3. Certificate of Conduct - must be dated after June 9, 2025.
4. Vaccination Certification - forms will be given to applicant upon submission of application.
5. Confidentiality Oath - forms will be given to applicant upon submission of application.
6. Personal Health Information Act online training - details will be given upon submission of application.
English requirements:
The School of Health Sciences requires the following minimum English language proficiency scores for applicants whose first language is not English (IELTS Academic Test overall band score of 7.0, Speaking 7.0, Listening 7.5, Reading 6.5 and Writing 7.0).
Physical Demands:
The role of a Medical Device Reprocessing Technician involves physical activity. In order to be successful in this career and in the clinical training of this program, students should be able to meet the following physical demands
- Constantly handles or moves medical supplies, equipment, instrument containers, and wraps up to 11 lbs; occasionally handles material up to 22 lb and pushes and pulls carts using medium force up to 44 lbs.
- Constantly stands and walks for an extended period of time and lift, push, and pull trays; regularly works in awkward/cramped positions.
- Occasionally sits when working on the computer.
- Constantly uses fine finger or precision work on the computer and operates hand tools to manually clean instruments/equipment.
- Constantly requires visual concentration and hand-eye coordination.
- Visual acuity.
- Clear central vision to accurately perform detailed inspections.
- Adequate peripheral vision to be aware of surroundings and ensure safety.
(230 Hours)
Disclaimers
Tuition costs may vary among campuses. With few exceptions, all courses include HST. There may be additional charges for textbooks, course materials and other supplies. Courses will commence pending sufficient enrollment. Dates/times are subject to change.
Refund Policy
CCL Refund Policy for Part-time Continuing Education
For programs that are done over part-time hours/outside regular delivery hours, Students must notify Continuing Education of their Intent to withdraw or cancel at least 5 days prior to the start date of a course to be entitled to a full refund. If the Student notifies the office with the Intent to withdraw or cancel less than 5 days prior to the course start date, the Student will receive a 50% refund. A Student who registers for a course, does not notify the college of their intent to withdraw, and does not attend any classes, will be deemed a "no show" and will forfeit their tuition fees. In the event the college cancels a course offering, Students will receive a full refund. Special circumstances may apply to any of the above conditions, in which case supporting documentation Is required.