Sterile Processing Technician

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.