Medical Equipment Technician
100 Series
Medical Equipment Technician (MET) 100 Series training is offered in both 100% Online and Hybrid formats. The Online option consists of six weeks of instruction with 3–8 hours of engagement per week, including live instructor-led webinars. For more information or group registrations, contact training@cbet.edu or 210.233.1102.
Course Overview
The MET 100 Series is a six-week foundational training program designed for aspiring entry-level Biomedical Equipment Technicians (BMETs), offering flexible training options including 100% online instruction and weekly live instructor-led training (ILT) webinars.
Students develop foundational knowledge of medical terminology, body systems, medical devices, electronics, networking, safety, and regulatory compliance within healthcare environments. Through structured modules, participants gain familiarity with biomedical equipment, diagnostic tools, technical documentation, troubleshooting methodologies, and industry best practices.
The program also introduces healthcare technology management concepts such as infection control, risk mitigation, and medical device networking fundamentals. The course concludes with a cumulative assessment designed to reinforce core concepts and prepare students for progression into higher-level MET courses.
The MET100 Series is aligned with the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) Certified Associate in Biomedical Technology (CABT) testing objectives.
Course Objectives
Medical Terminology & Clinical Foundations
Understand medical terminology, body systems, and the role of medical devices within clinical environments
Recognize the relationship between patient care and healthcare technology systems
Medical Devices & Technical Fundamentals
Identify the purpose and operation of common medical devices
Apply foundational troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques
Interpret technical documentation and service information
Electrical & Electronics Fundamentals
Understand basic electrical and electronics principles
Identify electrical components, circuits, and schematic diagrams
Apply foundational electrical troubleshooting techniques
Safety, Compliance & Risk Management
Apply healthcare safety protocols and regulatory compliance standards
Understand risk management, infection control, and workplace safety practices
Recognize electrical safety and hazard mitigation principles
Information Systems & Networking
Understand basic healthcare information systems and networking concepts
Recognize medical device networking and cybersecurity fundamentals
Identify the impact of networking systems on healthcare operations
Problem Solving & Repair Methodology
Apply structured troubleshooting and repair methodologies
Analyze equipment issues and determine corrective actions
Use diagnostic tools and service resources to support repairs
Training Options
Program Cost: $1,700.00
6-Weeks Online
Credential Awarded:
MET 100 Series Certificate
Eligibility: Enrollment is available only through employer sponsorship. Independent/self funded enrollment is not offered.