Canadian Board of Examiners
Certification Program
1.0 Introduction
The Canadian Board of Examiners for Biomedical Engineering and Dialysis Technologists and Technicians is a member of the International Certification Commission for Clinical Engineering and Biomedical Technology.
International Certification Commission (ICC)
The International Certification Commission (ICC) has a membership, which
provides broad representation of relevant members of the health care
community. It includes representatives from engineering, medical,
industrial, and government groups and agencies. It supervises the
certification of biomedical engineering technologists and technicians,
clinical engineers, and other related specialists through the
organization of examining boards.
The International Certification Commission (ICC) shall be provided with
the details related to its certified members and the membership of the
Canadian Board of Examiners for Biomedical Engineering and Dialysis Technologists and
Technicians on a yearly interval.
The Canadian Board shall adhere to a sub-set
of the standards published by the National Organization for Competency
Assurance (NOCA) as adapted and evaluated by the International
Certification Commission.
Canadian Board of Examiners for Biomedical
Engineering and Dialysis Technologists and Technicians
As guided by the International Certification Commission, the Canadian Board of Examiners for Biomedical Engineering and Dialysis Technologists and Technicians (The Canadian Board) considers that a biomedical engineering technologist or technician is a person knowledgeable in the theory of operation, the underlying physiologic principle, and the practical, safe, clinical application of biomedical equipment. His/her capabilities may include installation, calibration, inspection, preventative maintenance, repair, modification, design and development of general biomedical and related technical equipment, and in equipment control, safety and maintenance.
Biomedical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
As guided by the International Certification Commission, the Canadian Board of Examiners for Biomedical Engineering and Dialysis Technologists and Technicians (The Canadian Board) considers that a biomedical engineering technologist or technician is a person knowledgeable in the theory of operation, the underlying physiologic principle, and the practical, safe, clinical application of biomedical equipment. His/her capabilities may include installation, calibration, inspection, preventative maintenance, repair, modification, design and development of general biomedical and related technical equipment, and in equipment control, safety and maintenance.
Dialysis Technologists and Technicians
As guided by the International Certification
Commission, the Canadian Board of Examiners for Biomedical Engineering
and Dialysis Technologists and Technicians (The Canadian Board)
considers that a Dialysis technologist or technician is a person
knowledgeable in the principles of dialysis and utilizes technical,
scientific and clinical knowledge in operating and maintaining dialysis
equipment so that the long-term outcomes of the patient are optimized
and complications reduced. The dialysis technologist assumes primary
responsibility for medical devices used in the delivery of renal
replacement therapies, including but not limited to: dialysis machines,
reprocessing equipment, water treatment equipment, artificial kidneys
and blood lines, and the setup of dialysis equipment in and off unit,
including home installations. Additionally, the dialysis technologist
may assume responsibilities for medical devices not strictly related to
the Nephrology Program in the hospital, encompassing special therapies
such as: continuous arteriovenous haemofiltration (CAVH) and apheresis.
The role of the dialysis technologist also includes the
teaching of staff and individuals with renal failure, the development
and maintenance of quality assurance programs with reference to the
activities listed above, administrative and research activities
appropriate to the specialty.
1. The purpose of the Canadian Board shall be to serve
the health care community relative to the certification of Biomedical
Engineering and Dialysis Technologists and Technicians.
2. Accordingly, the Canadian Board shall formulate general polices on
certification, recommend candidates to the ICC to grant certification,
and assist the education community in developing a body
of knowledge
relevant to continuing education and fundamental training programs.
3. The Canadian Board shall ensure that applications are carefully
evaluated and that written examinations are prepared, administered and
evaluated to determine the qualifications of individuals
seeking certification.
The Canadian Board recognizes the precepts of personal integrity and professional competence as fundamental ethics, and as such The Canadian Board and members of The Canadian Board shall:
Hold paramount the safety, health and welfare of the public, the protection of the environment and the promotion of health and safety
Provide an opinion on professional subject only when it is founded upon adequate knowledge and honest conviction
Act with integrity towards applicants or references, maintain confidentiality and avoid a conflict of interest but, where such conflict arises, fully disclose the circumstances without delay to The Board
Keep informed to maintain proficiency and competence, to advance the body of knowledge within their discipline and further the opportunities for professional development
Conduct themselves with fairness, courtesy and good faith towards applicants, colleagues and others
Report to the appropriate agencies any hazardous, illegal or unethical professional decisions or practices by fellow members or others
Promote the public knowledge and appreciation of biomedical engineering certification and protect the Canadian Board of Examiners for Biomedical Engineering Technologists and Technicians from misrepresentation and misunderstanding
Shall be non-commercial, non-sectarian, and non-partisan
Shall not endorse any commercial enterprise or any candidate for public office
Neither the name of The Board nor the name of any of its members in their official capacity shall be used in conjunction with a commercial company with partisan interests
Members of The Board shall not receive any money or gifts for any function of The Board other than stipend covering expenses directly involved in certain board activities
Members of The Board shall not conduct a course of study whose sole purpose is to prepare non-certified individuals for certification examination
The Board does not sponsor/accredit educational programs or courses of study preparing the non-certified individuals for certification examination
The Board membership and composition are determined by The Board, not by outside agencies
All members and applicants are responsible for, and are required, to
report all errors, omissions or ambiguities. The members and applicants
shall report, direct questions or seek clarification by written
notification to:
BMET Certification Canada
87 Halley St.
Nepean, ON
K2J 3R5 Canada
OR via e-mail to:
bmetcertcanada@ncf.ca
Notification via facsimile is not permitted. The Board reserves the right to seek clarification and supplementary information.