This program is designed for those working in or desiring employment as a hemodialysis technician in the healthcare field. Students will study the basic requirements for patient care, renal anatomy and physiology, treatment procedures and processes, water treatment, dialyzer reprocessing, ethics and laws governing medical care, and the effect of nutrition and medication on the patient.

This course will teach students how to perform 3, 5, and 12 lead EKGs. Students will learn rhythm interpretation and to recognize and troubleshoot artifacts. Upon completion of the course, you will be eligible for national certification as an EKG technician.

This course is for someone who is looking for an exciting, challenging and rewarding career in healthcare. This program will provide training to prepare students with skills to assist the doctor by preparing patients for examination and treatment, routine laboratory procedures, diagnostic testing, and technical aspects of phlebotomy.