Sterile Processing Technician

What is the Sterile Processing Technician program?

This program/course prepares for the Certified Sterile Processing Technician (CSPDT). Sterile Processing Technicians (SPTs) prepare surgical instruments and devices. They clean, inspect, test, sterilize, store and deliver devices needed for surgery in a healthcare facility. The sterile Processing program will prepare students for the national standards and federal regulations that guide their practice to ensure safe and effective processing of medical and surgical devices. The courses will cover the core competency areas including regulations and standards, life sciences, decontamination equipment and practices, high-level disinfection, packaging materials and methods, care, handling, testing and inspection of surgical instruments and devices, sterilization (all methods), processing patient care equipment and sterile storage and distribution. (Exam Voucher Included)

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Courses 

Program Information

Possess proficiency in English (reading, writing, and speaking skills)

You are at least eighteen (18) years of age

Have a high school diploma or GED

Must have access to computer/tablet and internet

 

Externship Requirements

• Students who wish to secure their placement in the upcoming Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) program, must complete the list of immunizations and other requirements below, prior to attending the SPT Clinical Lab and Externship. Failure to complete the requirements listed, will prevent students from participating in externships and earning their certification credentials.
  
  • Background Check Drug Screen CPR/BLS Tuberculosis (TB) Test Results (within 1 yr.) Flu Meningitis MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) Hepatitis A 1st Hepatitis A 2nd Hepatitis B 1st Hepatitis B 2nd Hepatitis B 3rd Varicella 1st Varicella 2nd Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis) COVID (full vaccine & booster)

 

Tuition

$2,854

Estimated Cost of Attendance

Estimated Cost of Attendance FY 2022-2023
Tuition and Fees (includes books, Immunization Tracking & Health Management, and certification exam voucher)	$3,019.00
Supplies (scrubs with embroidering)	$50.00
Personal/Miscellaneous (background check, drug screen, immunizations VARY)	$80.50
Total Estimate	$3,149.00

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