Credential(s) Offered
IHE Certificate of Completion, Employment, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
The Technical Certificate in Biomedical Electronics Technology is a post-associate degree completion program that prepares students for entry-level positions as biomedical electronics technicians. A minimum of an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Automation and Systems Integration with Electronics emphasis or an approved equivalent AAS degree in Electronics Technology, Engineering Technology, or related degree field is required for admission to this challenging program.
Careers in this field involve maintaining and repairing medical equipment utilized in the full range of health care facilities.
A wide range of coursework supplements the core electronics curriculum and is combined with specific internship experiences to ensure that students are fully prepared to work in medical facilities. The program is designed to prepare students with the technical content for the Biomedical Electronics Technician (BMET) Certification Examination offered by the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI).
Details
Hours
21
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
NORTH ARKANSAS COLLEGE - NAC (NORTH CAMPUS AND SOUTH CAMPUS)
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
1320 N. Spring Road, Harrison, AR
Local WIB
5025 - Northwest
Name of Credential
Technical Certificate Biomedical Electronics Technology, BMET, AAMI
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Pell
Refund Policy
- Before 4:00 PM on the 5th weekday after the start (2nd day-summer term) 100% of the semester
- Before 4:00 PM on the 10th weekday after the start (3rd day-summer term) 75% of the semester
- Before 4:00 PM on the 15th weekday after the start (4th day-summer term) 50% of the semester
- After 4:00 PM on the 15th weekday after the start none of the semester
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
Yes
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$135.47
In-State Tuition
$3,591.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$3,726.47
