Program Overview

Introduction to the Sterile Processing Technician Program

The Sterile Processing Technician program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work in healthcare settings, ensuring that medical equipment and supplies are properly sterilized and prepared for use.

Program Description

The Sterile Processing Technician program focuses on the theoretical and practical aspects of sterile processing, including the principles of sterilization, infection control, and patient safety. Students learn about the different methods of sterilization, including steam sterilization, ethylene oxide sterilization, and hydrogen peroxide gas/plasma sterilization.

Curriculum

• Introduction to Sterile Processing
  • Overview of the sterile processing department
  • Role of the sterile processing technician
• Sterilization Methods
  • Steam sterilization
  • Ethylene oxide sterilization
  • Hydrogen peroxide gas/plasma sterilization
• Infection Control and Patient Safety
  • Principles of infection control
  • Patient safety protocols
• Equipment and Supply Management
  • Medical equipment maintenance and repair
  • Supply chain management

Admission Criteria

To be eligible for the Sterile Processing Technician program, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of prerequisite courses in biology, chemistry, and mathematics
• Passing score on a standardized entrance exam

Requirements

• Immunization records
• Background check
• Health insurance

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees for the Sterile Processing Technician program vary depending on the institution and location. Students are advised to check with the admissions office for the most up-to-date information on tuition fees and payment plans.

Research Areas

The Sterile Processing Technician program may involve research in the following areas:

• Infection control and prevention
• Sterilization methods and technologies
• Patient safety and quality improvement
• Medical equipment maintenance and repair

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Sterile Processing Technician program may pursue career opportunities in healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and medical research facilities. Possible job titles include:

• Sterile Processing Technician
• Central Service Technician
• Medical Equipment Technician
• Infection Control Specialist