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DAVE SHEETS, R.R.T., I.D.
The University College of the Cariboo has developed an Anaesthesia Assistant Post-Diploma program. The main purpose of the program is to train individuals to fulfill a role recently defined and approved by the Canadian Anaesthetists' Society under the designation "Anaesthesia Technicians". These individuals, for whom a large national market is anticipated, are expected to fulfill a wide range of technical and clinical duties, some of which represent a transfer of function from traditional staff and resident physician roles.
This is a post-graduate program for Registered Respiratory Therapists or Registered Nurses who wish to acquire the academic education and clinical experience to supply technical support and assist in various clinical procedures under the direction of an Anaesthesia Department.
Individuals currently taking this program may be required to take further courses to meet future standards.