Program Overview

Introduction to the Sterile Processing Technician Program

The Sterile Processing Technician Program is designed to provide students with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in their future careers. The program is outlined in the 2025 - 2026 Sterile Processing Technician Student Handbook Supplement, effective from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2026.

Program Goals and Objectives

The program has specific goals and objectives that are outlined in the student handbook. These goals and objectives are designed to ensure that students are well-prepared for their roles as sterile processing technicians.

Core Performance Standards

The program has established core performance standards that students must meet in order to successfully complete the program. These standards are designed to ensure that students have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their duties safely and effectively.

Academic Policies

The program has established academic policies that outline the requirements for student progression and completion. These policies are designed to ensure that students are held to high standards and that they are well-prepared for their future careers.

Clinical Requirements and Responsibilities

The clinical requirements and responsibilities for the program are outlined in the student handbook. To pass the clinical practicum course, students must:

• Remain in their practicum assignment for the entire term
• Accumulate a total of 400 clinical hours
• Successfully complete course requirements If a student is unable to remain in the practicum assignment for the entire term, they must contact the Clinical Coordinator and the instructor immediately.

Student Rights and Responsibilities

The program has established student rights and responsibilities that outline the expectations for student behavior and performance. These rights and responsibilities are designed to ensure that students are treated fairly and that they are held to high standards.

Clinical Requirements

The clinical requirements for the program are designed to ensure that students have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their duties safely and effectively. The requirements include:

• Completing a practicum assignment for the entire term
• Accumulating a total of 400 clinical hours
• Successfully completing course requirements