Hemodialysis Technology - Diploma Program

Hemodialysis Technology
The Hemodialysis Technology program prepares students to work with patients who require dialysis treatment due to kidney failure. Students receive instruction in dialysis procedures, patient care, and operation of hemodialysis equipment, preparing graduates to assist healthcare professionals in dialysis centers and other medical settings where dialysis treatment is provided.

Sample of reported job titles:

  • Hemodialysis Technician
  • Dialysis Technician
  • Renal Dialysis Technician
  • Nephrology Technician
  • Dialysis Patient Care Technician

Wages & Employment Trends:

  • Median Wages (2024): $48,643
  • Employment (2024): 335,000
  • Projected Growth (2024-2034): 5% (higher than average)
  • Projected Job Openings (2024-2034): 24,000

Source: https://www.salary.com/research/salary/recruiting/hemodialysis-technician-salary

Program Information for Students and Parents

  • Will this pathway require an additional year of college after high school graduation? No
  • Will this pathway exceed their 30 hours of Georgia Student Finance Commission (Dual Enrollment) funding? Yes.  This program is also eligible for the Hope Career Grant program.
  • DE Hours Required for the Pathway: 37
  • Age Requirements for the Pathway: None
  • Class Size: 20 students 
  • How many students will be admitted per high school in Houston County? 4
  • Number of Clinical Hours Earned: 240
  • Are prerequisites required? No
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