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So, you’d like a career in health care, but you’re more interested in how machines work than how the human body works.

Madison College’s Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) apprenticeship program will teach you to support patient care from behind the scenes by keeping life-saving technology running.

This program does not require advanced math and science classes. You just need curiosity and an appreciation for STEM and figuring out how things work. You’ll get plenty of hands-on problem-solving experience while earning a paycheck.

How It Works

Become an apprentice at a clinic, hospital or biomedical equipment manufacturer and get real-world experience from your sponsor. You will earn income during all phases of the training period, including the time you spend in the classroom. Through 2028, Madison College tuition is covered for the related classes of this program through a grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration EDA Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub.

An apprenticeship requires 4,000 hours of paid training; 640 hours of that training are spent in the classroom. You will train a minimum of 30 hours per week under a licensed professional at the work site. In addition, you will attend class a maximum of 10 hours per week over four semesters. 100% attendance is mandatory for the successful completion of the apprenticeship program.

Small class sizes mean you’ll get personalized attention from instructors who are experts in their fields and have real-world experience. The curriculum is designed by industry professionals who stay current with technology trends, ensuring students are well prepared for the rapidly evolving electronics field.

Through work site and classroom hours, you will learn to:

• Install biomedical equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment
• Maintain records
• Ensure regulatory compliance
• Support end users
• Manage parts and supplies