Program Overview

Program Overview

The Sterile Processing Technician program is designed to prepare students for a career as a Sterile Processing Technician (SPT). This immersive course will train students to work as an SPT and prepare them for the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA).

Program Description

Sterile Processing Technicians (SPT), also known as Central Service Technicians, play a critical role in preventing infection by sterilizing, cleaning, processing, assembling, storing, and distributing medical supplies. This online sterile processing technician certification course will train students to work as an SPT and prepares them for the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification offered by the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA).

Course Details

• The course includes a voucher which is prepaid access to sit for the certification exam upon eligibility.
• With the support of an instructor, students will learn all the necessary steps required to perform the duties and tasks of an SPT.
• The course covers the details and expectations within the concepts of the role and gains proficiency in understanding the step-by-step requirements of the sterilization process.
  • The course also includes an opportunity to participate in a clinical experience.
  • To qualify for the clinical experience application process, students must complete the online course successfully and have account balances up to date (at a minimum).
  • Going through the clinical experience application process does not guarantee a placement.
  • However, affiliated partnerships increase the likelihood of finding a site that matches student needs.
  • Note that COVID may be affecting the capacity of availability in the area.

Field of Study

The program falls under the category of Health and Allied Services.