Regular Admission Requirements
Applicants with international credentials must have a Canadian Equivalency Evaluation. Academic credential documents must be submitted to:
School of Continuing Education
Aynsley Kuntz
E113 - 2055 Notre Dame Ave
Tel: 204-632-3792
English Language Proficiency Requirements
English is the language of instruction at the College. Applicants to the College are responsible for a level of English proficiency that is sufficient to participate in all aspects of College study, including lectures, reading, writing and discussion.
Applicants whose first language is not English and who have not successfully completed a Manitoba Grade 12 English or equivalent will be required to meet one of the following English language proficiency requirements:
a. Canadian Language Benchmark Level 7 in Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking
b. TOEFL – a minimum of 550 (CBT-213).
c. CanTEST - a minimum band level of 4.5 in Reading and Listening, and 4.0 in Speaking and Writing.
d. IELTS – a minimum overall band of 6.5 in Reading, Listening, and Speaking with a minimum of 6.0 in Writing.
e. MELAB – a minimum final score of 80 with a minimum of 77 in Writing.
f. CAEL – a minimum overall result of 60 with a minimum of 60 in Writing.
g. Successful completion of AEPUCE (Academic English Program for University and College Entrance) offered through the University of Manitoba and Red River College. See College Policy C13.
To make an appointment to complete the Canadian Benchmark Assessment, contact Red River College's Language Training Centre at 204-945-6151.
Computer skills
You will need to be proficient in basic computer skills to participate in this program. You will be required to use the following:
If you do not have these skills, it is strongly recommended that you complete Computers - Intro (COMP-1081) prior to beginning the program.
| English Language Assessment | Minimum Scores for Certificates, Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas, and Post Graduate Certificates, Post-graduate Diplomas | Minimum Scores for Bachelor Degrees and Creative Communication (excluding Nursing) | Minimum Scores for Applicable Health Related Programs*** |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAEL Online or In-Person | Overall band score of 60 | Overall band score of 70 and Writing of 60 | Overall band score of 70 and Writing of 60†† |
| IELTS Academic Level | Overall 6.0 and No band below 5.5 | Overall 6.5 and No band below 6.0 | Overall 7.0 and No band below 6.5 |
| Password Skills | Overall 6.0 and No band below 5.5 | Overall 6.5 and No band below 6.0 | Overall 7.0 and No band below 6.5†† |
| LINC Certificate | 7 | 8 | Successful completion of Communication for Health Care Professions†† |
| Duolingo Language Test† | 115 and above+ with a min. of 95 in each section | 125 and above with a min. of 100 in each section | N/A†† |
| New English for Academic and Professional Purposes | Successful completion of the program 5 (min 70%) | Successful completion of the program 5 (min 70%) | N/A†† |
| PTE | 54 overall Min 50 in each skill |
60 overall Min 55 in each skill band |
N/A†† |
| TOEFL-ibt Academic Level | 80 (20L, 20S, 19R, 21W) |
90 (22L, 22S, 22R, 24W) |
98 (24L, 23S, 24R, 27W) |
| Academic English Program for University and College Entrance Program (AEPUCE) | Successful Completion | Successful Completion | N/A†† |
| CELBAN | N/A | N/A | 8, 8, 8, 7†† |
†The Duolingo Language Test will no longer be an approved English proficiency test for applications to the Bachelor of Nursing and Allied Health Programs
††These English Language Assessments will not be accepted by Medical Laboratory Sciences
***Applicable Health Related Programs:
You must successfully complete nine courses to earn a certificate.
Program Content:
Please note, standard program progression may be subject to change
*For additional information and Practicum requirements, please see "CO-OP/Practicum Information"
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Explore the technical language of medical science, including work components, definitions, spelling and pronunciation using a systems approach. Basic anatomy and physiology are also covered.
This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to practice safely in the field of medical reprocessing. Students will learn about infection control, body mechanics and workplace safety.
This course will provide basic knowledge of microbiology and infection control within a healthcare environment.
This course is an introduction to the proper cleaning and disinfection of medical devices. Students will explore how the decontamination area design controls the spread of pathologic organisms and prevents cross-contamination. Through exploring the procedures for manual and mechanical decontamination, students will recognize the risk classifications, documentation requirements and quality assurance processes for each. Students will identify the basics of a flexible endoscopy system including the necessary steps for quality decontamination, transportation and storage. Students will recognize various hazards involved with decontamination and ways to mitigate these risks, including proper donning and doffing of personal protective equipment (PPE).
This course is an introduction to the skills required for proper instrumentation handling and packaging in medical device reprocessing (MDR). Students will explore how the assembly area design impacts the quality of the instrument assessment and safety of staff. Through evaluating various medical instruments for cleanliness and functionality, students will learn to classify them into categories and sets. They will explain the packaging requirements in MDR and practice following the procedures for packaging of medical instruments. By the end of the course, students will recognize various hazards involved with handling and packaging medical instruments and ways to mitigate these risks.
This course is an introduction to the practices for sterilization, and their importance in medical device reprocessing (MDR). Students will study the various methods of sterilization and identify when it is appropriate to use each. Through exploring the various hazards associated with steam and chemical sterilization, students will identify strategies to mitigate each. They will also learn the quality assurance expectations and documentation process for sterilization in MDR. By the end of the course, students will understand the proper storage, transportation and distribution processes for sterilization in MDR.
Students will develop knowledge and skills necessary to control inventory distribution systems including the use of "pick lists", case cart system and transportation, stock rotation.
This course is an introduction to the professional expectations of medical device reprocessing (MDR) technicians. Students will recognize how government and professional entities, including the Canadian Standards Association (CSA), guide the MDR technician profession. They will identify how MDR technicians fit within the variety of health care settings. Through exploring the role and responsibilities of MDR technicians, they will recognize the importance of prioritizing ethics, safety, and clear communication within their duties. By the end of the course, students will understand the crucial role that MDR technicians have within the Canadian health care system.
This course provides students with the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in the theory component of the program in a hospital environment.
The BLS Provider Course is designed to prepare healthcare professionals to recognize several life-threatening emergencies and to provide CPR, use an AED, and relieve choking in a safe, timely, and effective manner as per the Heart and Stroke Foundation. This course includes adult, child and infant rescue skills in both out of hospital and in-hospital settings.
Students enrolling in Part-Time and Online Education courses may be required to purchase textbooks and materials at participating Campus Store locations or online at bookstore.rrc.ca. Student booklists will be available approximately 3 weeks prior to scheduled course start dates. Please ensure materials are purchased in advance, to be available for the start date.
Note: Courses requiring a textbook will show "TR" in the Delivery field.
The MDR-Practicum provides you with the opportunity to apply, in the practice setting, the knowledge and skills you learned in the theory courses. You are eligible for practicum after successfully completing all theory courses and the practicum requirements.
The MDR-Practicum is a minimum of six weeks (full-time) in length. Shift schedules will be arranged according to the guidelines agreed upon by RRC and the health care facility. For your practicum placement, you must be available for various shifts, days/evenings/weekends. All practicums are arranged by the College and will take place in Winnipeg.
To be eligible for MDR - Practicum, you must submit the following a minimum of four (4) weeks prior to clinical practicum:
1. Immunizations and Testing
2. Adult Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector (ACRVS), Adult Abuse Registry (AAR) and Provincial Child Abuse Registry (PCAR) checks conducted no more than six months prior to you attending the clinical practice. You must submit original documents. For more information, see Police Information Check
3. Proof of attendance at a PHIA information session
4. Copy of your RRC Photo Identification
5. Copy of a Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider (formerly BLS for Health Care Providers) - Level C (must be current within one (1) year prior to you attending the practicum). The course must comply with the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada guidelines.
6. Proof of N95 mask fitting. You are responsible for arranging an N95 mask fitting with a reputable Health And Safety organization. You will be responsible for any associated fees.
If you have any questions or concerns about practicum/program progression requirements or document submission please contact the Program Facilitator @ schuhai@rrc.ca.
Note: Placements cannot be guaranteed as spaces are limited and available on a fluctuating basis. There may be a waiting period for practicum registrations and placements.
Online learning is a critical component of course delivery in all Red River College programs. To ensure each student has the tools they need to achieve their academic goals, all Red River College students require, at minimum:
1. Off-campus access to a current computer with a webcam
2. A high speed internet connection
• Recommended minimum speed: 10 mbps for download, 3 mbps for upload
• Slower internet connection speeds may result in audio and video issues. Please keep in mind that if others in your home are using the same internet connection at the same time as you are, you may also experience audio and video issues.
• Please refer to https://www.rrc.ca/future-students/computer-requirements/ for further information on Computer Requirements for Students.
Please note that any anticipated costs are not included in Books and Supplies estimates.
Upon completion of the Medical Device Reprocessing Certificate you should be able to:
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process which documents and compares an individual's prior learning gained from prior education, work and life experiences and personal study to the learning outcomes in College courses/programs. For more information, please visit www.rrc.ca/rpl.
You must complete your part-time program within 32 months from the start of the first course in the program, unless otherwise stated in the program outline.
You will not be granted more than 75% of your credit requirements for graduation through transfer of credit.
When you have successfully completed all the required courses in this program, be sure to apply for your certificate. For complete details and forms, see http://www.rrc.mb.ca/index.php?pid=2496
Questions about graduation? Please call 204-694-1789 or 1-866-242-7073 for assistance.
Graduation with Honours
If you obtain a grade point average (GPA) of 3.8 or better for the program, you will graduate with honours. If you fail any course in the program, you will not be eligible for this honours designation.