26 weeks
Medical Device Reprocessing Technician
The students will gain knowledge about decontamination, sterilization, quality assurance and record keeping and will be able to practice their learnt skills through a practicum.
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Sterilize with Precision. Protect with Purpose
The Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Certificate program at Western Community College is designed to equip students with the essential skills required for the critical role of sterilizing and preparing medical instruments and devices in healthcare settings.
This comprehensive program combines theoretical knowledge with practical training to ensure graduates are proficient in maintaining patient safety through effective infection control practices.​
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Covers key areas such as decontamination, sterilization, storage, and distribution of medical devices.​
- Hands-On Training: Gain practical experience in simulated lab environments, preparing you for real-world scenarios.​
- Experienced Instructors: Learn from professionals with extensive backgrounds in medical device reprocessing.​
Next Intakes
- January 26, 2026 – Mon- Fri 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Abbotsford Campus
The MDRT program at Western Community College has been recognized by the CSA Group as a recognized training course that will satisfy the training prerequisite for the CMDRT program. WCC is an approved training provider for Medical Device Reprocessing Technician through the Canadian Standards Association.
Career Opportunities
Be the First Line of Defense in Patient Safety
$30*
Graduate Employment HOURLY Rate
*Based on Canada Job Bank
Graduates of this program are prepared for roles in various healthcare settings, including:​
- Hospitals and Surgical Centers: Ensuring surgical instruments are properly sterilized and ready for use.​
- Clinics and Dental Offices: Managing the sterilization of patient care equipment.​
- Laboratories: Handling and sterilizing lab instruments to maintain a contamination-free environment.​
Why Study at Western Community College
Western Community College offers students an inclusive and vibrant learning environment, with dedicated support services to ensure your academic success and personal well-being.
- Installment-based, low tuition fee.
- Choose weekday, weekend, or evening classes to fit your schedule.
- Part-time or full-time class schedule.
- Free CLB preparation classes (*Conditions Apply).
Begin Your Path
Admission Requirements
To enroll in the Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Certificate, applicants must meet the following requirements:
• Grade 12 (High School Diploma) or equivalent, Or Mature student status (19 years or more)
• Students will need to submit proof of English Language Competency by any one of the following options:
Option 1: Secondary Education English 11 with a minimum grade of “C” or higher. Evidence that three years of full-time secondary education (Grades 8-12) have been successfully completed in English in a country where English is one of the principal languages. This includes successful completion of a BC Adult Graduation program.
Option 2: Post-Secondary Education Evidence that two years of full-time post-secondary education have been completed in English at an accredited institution in a country where the language of instruction is one of the principal languages. Language development (ELL) courses cannot be included.
Option 3: Standardized Language Test Achievement of minimum scores on a recognized standardized language test.
| Name of English language assessment/test | Minimum score(s)/level(s)* |
|---|---|
| International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic | Minimum overall score of 5.5 |
| Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) IBT | Minimum overall score of 46 |
| Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) | Minimum overall score of 40 |
| Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) | Listening 6, Speaking 6, Reading 5, and Writing 5. |
| Duolingo English Test (DET) | Minimum overall score of 95 |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic | Minimum overall score of 43 |
| Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First exam (FCE) Institutions may include other Cambridge Qualifications at a higher level (i.e., C2 Proficiency (CPE)). | Minimum overall score of 160 or “C” |
| Cambridge Linguaskill | Minimum overall B2 level |
| LANGUAGECERT Academic | Minimum overall B2 level |
| The Michigan English Test (MET) | Minimum overall B2 level |
| iTEP Academic | Minimum overall score of 3.5 |
| EIKEN | Minimum placement of Grade Pre-1 |
Validity period of above Language Assessment Tests is two years.
The following countries are recognized for education completed in English:
| American Samoa | Ghana | Saint Lucia |
| Anguilla | Gibraltar | Saint Kitts and Nevis |
| Antigua and Barbuda | Grenada | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines |
| Australia | Guam | Seychelles |
| Bahamas | Guyana | Sierra Leone |
| Barbados | Ireland | Singapore |
| Belize | Jamaica | South Africa |
| Bermuda | Kenya | Tanzania |
| Botswana | Lesotho | Trinidad and Tobago |
| British Virgin Islands | Liberia | Turks and Caicos Islands |
| Canada | Malta | Uganda |
| Cayman Islands | Mauritius | United Kingdom |
| Dominica | Montserrat | United States |
| Falkland Islands | New Zealand | United States Virgin Islands |
| Fiji | Nigeria | Zambia |
| Gambia | Saint Helena | Zimbabwe |
Prior to going on work experience, the students will also have to:
- Complete WHMIS Certification
- Have a clear Criminal Record Check
- Have a Negative TB Test Result
- Complete all required Immunizations.
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Core Courses in Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Certificate
Our curriculum is designed to equip you with the practical skills and knowledge required for a successful career as a Medical Device Reprocessing Technician.
This program has been approved by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of PostSecondary Education and Future Skills.
800
Total program
hours
400
pRACTICUM HOURS
$30*
Graduate Employment HOURLY Rate
97%
Graduate Employment Rate
| Title of Course | #Hours |
|---|---|
| Medical Terminology for MDRT | 60 |
| Interpersonal Communications in Health Care Services | 50 |
| Microbiology and Infection Prevention and Control | 60 |
| Sterilization Concepts and Methods | 60 |
| Quality Assurance and Control | 60 |
| Packaging Equipment, Storage, Transportation and Distribution | 60 |
| Work Experience Preparation | 50 |
| Work Experience (Clinical) | 400 |
| Total Hours | 800 |
Program Duration
Hours: 800
Weeks Full-Time: 26
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