Certificate in Medical Device Reprocessing Technician

For Certificate in Medical Device Reprocessing Technician, tuition is Domestic students: $5,943 total program cost.

The Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Certificate at Okanagan College teaches students to reprocess medical devices. This non-degree program takes one year to complete and is taught in English. It helps students learn necessary skills and procedures.

The curriculum covers Anatomy and Physiology, Human Workplace Relations, and Microbiology. Students also learn about Decontamination Procedures, Sterilization Concepts, and Quality Assurance. They practice what they've learned in a workshop and practicum.

Graduates can work as Medical Device Reprocessing Technicians, Sterilization Technicians, or Medical Equipment Preparers. They can work in hospitals, medical clinics, or sterilization departments. Some employers include healthcare facilities and medical equipment companies.

Okanagan College, located in British Columbia with a campus in Kelowna, is a public college focused on hands‑on learning and student success. Since 1963 the college has offered practical programs across arts, sciences, business, health and technology, combining modern facilities with applied instruction to prepare graduates for local and global careers.

The college provides a wide selection of credential pathways, including diplomas, certificates and transfer options to universities, supported by experienced faculty and strong industry partnerships. Programs emphasise experiential learning, co‑op placements and applied projects that connect students directly with employers. International learners benefit from supportive services, small class sizes and targeted orientation to life and work in Canada.

Kelowna's lifestyle and regional economy offer plentiful internship and employment possibilities in technology, tourism, health services and the creative sector. Okanagan College is well suited to students seeking an affordable, practice‑oriented education with clear pathways to further study or immediate workforce entry. The college balances community engagement, industry ties and a welcoming campus culture for international students.