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"…these programs will greatly enhance the ability of graduates to obtain gainful employment within the medical products industry."

Robert J. Scott
Vice President for Manufacturing
Operations,
Possis Medical, Inc.


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Biomedical Technology
Associate in Science Degree
Certificate Programs

Information Sessions:

Wed., Aug. 12, 2009
6:30 p.m.
Room C256

Sat., Aug. 15, 2009
9:00 a.m.
Room C256

"Biomedical Technology: The Right Stuff"

Contact Program Director Carole Fuller
763.433.1136 for more information.

Programs now offered at Inver Hills and Normandale Community Colleges.

See the links below for further information...

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Read about Der Vang, BMED A.S. Graduate and see Video Video of Interview with Der Vang.

NEW for Fall!A 17-credit BMED Core Certificate program has been added to help students get started quickly in careers in the Medical Device Industry, and on to more advanced Biomedical Technology (BMED) Certificate and AS Degree Programs.

The Biomedical Technology certificate and degree programs prepare students for entry-level jobs, for career transition and for advancement in the Medical Device Industry--from Manufacturing to Clinical Research.  Programs include:

BMED Core Certificate—17 credits 
Biomedical Technologist A.S. Degree—62 credits
Biomedical Technician Certificate—30-31 credits
Clinical Research Professional Certificate—22 credits

Minnesota’s dynamic Medical Device industry has created a need for skilled workers who are knowledgeable about the industry, technology-competent, as well as proficient in oral and written communication, interpersonal skills, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The Biomedical Technology programs are designed to meet entry-level employment needs as well as provide career transition and promotional opportunities.

BMED Core
Certificate 
This streamlined 17-credit program has been designed to help you get started in a career in the Medical Device Industry, and on your way to more advanced Biomedical Technology (BMED) Certificate and AS Degree Programs.   The BMED Core courses are tailored to the Medical Device industry and will complement your previous education or work experience for career transition or advancement in biomedical device and biomedical product companies. This program also transfers to the Biomedical Technologist Associate in Science degree program.  A successful graduate may work as a Manufacturing Team Member, R & D engineer, accountant, etc. depending upon previous education and work experience.

Biomedical Technologist
Associate in Science Degree

This program prepares you for entry-level positions or promotional opportunities in biomedical device and biomedical product companies and for transfer toward a bachelor’s degree at specific colleges. Successful graduates will work in manufacturing, product development and testing.

Biomedical Technician
Certificate

This program prepares you for an entry-level position, or if you have previous education or work experience for career transition or advancement in biomedical device and biomedical product companies. This program also transfers to the Biomedical Technologist Associate in Science degree program. Successful graduates may work in manufacturing, product development, testing or other areas depending upon previous education and experience.

Clinical Research Professional
Certificate

Do you already have a degree in nursing, pharmacology, or biological sciences? This program prepares you to move into positions such as clinical research monitoring, clinical research coordination, clinical data management, and regulatory affairs.

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