2011-2012
Renal Dialysis Technician
Technical Diploma — Downtown Milwaukee Campus
Program Code: 31-517-1
This curriculum goes into effect as of summer 2011.
Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.
This page was last updated in May 2011.
Overview — Renal Dialysis Technician is a two-semester technical diploma program in Allied Health. It is designed to prepare you to qualify for employment as a Renal Dialysis Technician (RDT) in a hospital or a freestanding dialysis center.
Career Outlook — In the health community, Renal Dialysis Technicians (RDTs) are in high demand. There are dialysis centers in the Milwaukee area and throughout Wisconsin. RDTs, under the direct supervision of a registered nurse, are responsible for setting up equipment, preparing dialysate solutions, performing venipuncture, and monitoring patient responses during the procedure. In addition, RDTs are responsible for cleaning, quality control, and maintenance of dialysis equipment. Job-related duties require manual dexterity and physical strength and endurance to perform a variety of lifting and transferring tasks related to patient care treatments. Be aware that this program and occupational field have potential for exposure to blood. For additional career information, visit www.nkf.org and click on "dialysis jobs."
Program Learning Outcomes — Upon your graduation, employers will expect you to be able to:
- Initiate, monitor and complete dialysis procedures
- Monitor vital signs, prepare and administer medications, and maintain reports and records
- Maintain equipment and supplies
- Provide psychological support to clients with end-stage renal disease who are undergoing dialysis procedures
Preparation for Admission — This program admits students through a petition selection process:
What is the petitioning process? (PDF)
Am I ready to petition? (PDF)
Petition Packet (PDF)
Possible Careers:
Dialysis Technician
Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Renal Dialysis Technician (RDT)
Renal Technician
Related Programs:
Clinical Laboratory Technician
Medical Assistant
Phlebotomy
Practical Nursing
For more information, call 414-297-MATC.
Curriculum effective 2011-12.
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SIXTEEN-WEEK TERMS |
Credits |
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Hours |
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* ENG-347 |
Communications 2 |
1 |
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2r |
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OR |
ENG-151 or ENG-201 |
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* HEALTH-101
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Medical Terminology
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3 |
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3r
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* PSYCH-199 |
Psychology of Human Relations |
3 |
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3r |
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OR |
PSYCH-231 Introductory Psychology |
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RDIAT-320
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Introduction to Renal Dialysis ‡
(8 weeks)
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3 |
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7r 6s
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RDIAT-321 |
Principles of Renal Dialysis 1 ‡
(8 weeks) |
4 |
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7r 3s 8c |
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RDIAT-302 |
Renal Failure and Support Therapies ‡ |
3 |
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6r |
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RDIAT-304 |
Hemodialysis Laboratory Procedures ‡ (8 weeks) |
1 |
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4s |
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RDIAT-322 |
Principles of Renal Dialysis 2 ‡ |
3 |
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6r |
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RDIAT-323 |
Clinical Practicum 1 ‡ (8 weeks) |
2 |
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16c |
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RDIAT-324 |
Clinical Practicum 2 ‡ (8 weeks) |
3 |
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24c |
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TOTAL CREDITS: 26 |
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Hours per Week: r = related, s = shop, c = clinical, o = other
* It is strongly recommended that these courses be completed prior to entering the program.
Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.
‡ Prerequisite required.
For course descriptions, times, locations or to register online, visit INFOnline.
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TEXT ONLY