Biomedical Equipment Technology I Proficiency Certificate

Looking for a program that will give you the training necessary to enter the workforce of an in-demand field? Biomedical Equipment Technicians (BMETs) are health care professionals who test, maintain and repair medical equipment. As a BMET, you could work for a hospital, medical device manufacturer, or third-party hospital vendor, fixing and testing a wide range of medical devices and clinical applications. The program starts with the Biomedical Equipment Technology I Proficiency Certificate, and those who complete this certificate can continue their education with the Biomedical Equipment Technology II Proficiency Certificate.

Upon receiving your proficiency certificate, you may: enter the workforce; earn the Biomedical Equipment Technology II Proficiency Certificate; or apply your courses to the Applied Science and Engineering Technology associate's degree program, and then transfer to a four-year college.

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Biomedical Equipment Technology—it’s one of the 5 best jobs you’ve never heard of, according to Money Magazine. Imagine a career where you can play a major role as part of a health care team, ensuring that emerging medical technologies are in top form so nurses and doctors can provide the best possible patient care. Biomedical equipment technicians work in medical centers, hospitals and large clinics, or for medical equipment manufacturers. Join us for an information session to take your first step toward a career in biomedical equipment technology.

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Medical Equipment Repairer – est. salary $53,096*

**EMSI Data, 2018; Philadelphia County, PA; a percentage of people in these jobs may have a bachelor's degree or higher.

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Courses and Completion Sequence

The following courses and sequence of courses is designed for the optimal success and completion of the Biomedical Equipment Technology I Proficiency Certificate degree/certificate. Any alterations should be discussed with your academic advisor.

Course Number and Name	Prerequisites	Credits
BMET 101 - Biomedical Equipment Technology I	BIOL 108 or BIOL 110, which may be taken concurrently	4 credits
BIOL 108 - Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology or BIOL 110 - Anatomy and Physiology II ^*	For BIOL 108: placement in FNMT 118 or higher For BIOL 110: BIOL 109 with a grade of "C" or better	4 credits
FNMT 118 - Intermediate Algebra or MATH 118	FNMT 017 or placement in FNMT 118 or higher	3 credits
ELEC 120 - Direct and Alternating Current Circuits	FNMT 118 or higher with a grade of "C" or placement in MATH 161 or higher	4 credits
BMET 102 - Biomedical Equipment Technology II	BMET 101 with a grade of "C" or better and ELEC 120, which may be taken concurrently	4 credits
CIS 105 - Computer Systems Maintenance		4 credits
BMET 103 - Biomedical Equipment Technology Internship I	BMET 102 with a "C" or better and FNMT 118 or higher	1 credit

General Education Requirements:

All general education requirements necessary for graduation are met through the courses in the program as indicated above. Students who wish to take courses that differ from the general education courses indicated above must complete a course substitution request form. To access the form, login to the MyCCP portal, and in the Student tab, under Electronic Forms, click on the Records and Registration Forms link, then choose Request For Course Substitution Of Graduation Requirement link. A more detailed explanation of the College’s general education requirements is also available.

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Medical Equipment Repairer

Test, adjust, or repair biomedical or electromedical equipment.

Median Salary
$53,096

Number of Jobs
525
in the region

10 Year Job Outlook
-3.1%
in the region

Typical Tasks

Inspect and test malfunctioning medical or related equipment, following manufacturers' specifications and using test and analysis instruments.
Test or calibrate components or equipment, following manufacturers' manuals and troubleshooting techniques, using hand tools, power tools, or measuring devices.
Keep records of maintenance, repair, and required updates of equipment.
Perform preventive maintenance or service, such as cleaning, lubricating, or adjusting equipment.
Test, evaluate, and classify excess or in-use medical equipment and determine serviceability, condition, and disposition, in accordance with regulations

How well does it pay?

New workers generally start around $32,476. Normal pay for Medical Equipment Repairers is $53,096 per year, while highly experienced workers can earn as much as $95,240.

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