Program Schedule
Didactic Instruction
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8 Weeks of Classes
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80 Hours Total
Didactic Schedule
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Tuesdays and Thursdays
5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
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Saturdays
8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Clinical Internship
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200 Hours; Scheduled days and hours vary by assigned clinic
Didactic Description
During the program, students are expected to learn the following:
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An overview, principles, and equipment involved in the field of dialysis
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Care of patients with kidney failure including interpersonal skills
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Dialysis procedures and documentation
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Dialysis complications
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Water treatment, infection control, safety, medication, and nutrition
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Preceptors' basics and skills
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Preparation for the State Exam