At a Glance
Renal Dialysis Technician

Health Occupations Division
Technical Diploma

Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.

This program does not have a waitlist. Students are admitted through a petition process. Please read all information through the links below.

What is the petitioning process? (PDF)
Am I ready to petition? (PDF)
Petition Packet (PDF)
Petition Window Dates (PDF)
Health Examination Packet (PDF)
Frequently Asked Questions

A criteria considered in the petition process is verification of student residency. Selection will be based on residency and will be prioritized according to these criteria: Milwaukee Area Technical College District resident; State of Wisconsin resident; out-of-state resident.

Note: Assistance with petition packet paperwork will not be provided once petition windows have opened.

Campus:
Downtown Milwaukee (day program): 414-297-MATC

Start Date: August

Special Admission Requirements: Biology. Demonstration of proficiency in basic skills through a course placement assessment.

Program Code: 31-517-1

Detailed Program Information:
2010-11 Course Requirements


Learn Renal Dialysis skills in only two semesters. This program is designed to prepare you for employment as a Renal Dialysis Technician (RDT) in a hospital or freestanding dialysis center. Under the direct supervision of a registered nurse, RDTs are responsible for setting up equipment, preparing solutions, performing venipuncture and monitoring patient responses during the dialysis procedure. In addition, RDTs are responsible for cleaning, quality control and maintenance of dialysis equipment. RDTs are in high demand. Core skills include conscientious work habits such as punctuality; empathy and the ability to work with chronically ill patients; and the ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure. Expect to do some lifting. For additional career information, visit www.nkf.org, then click on "dialysis jobs."

For more information, e-mail info@matc.edu

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