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Central Sterile Processing Technician Certificate

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Program Description: This program provides entry-level training in nationally based competencies in healthcare sterile supply processing and distribution areas. Jobs are available in hospitals, clinics and other healthcare facilities. Graduates will be prepared to take the National Institute for the Certification of Healthcare Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician's Exam.

Career Information and Occupational Outlook:

Length of Program: 15 Credit hours

Program Admission Requirements:

  1. Present official documentation of an earned high school diploma or official GED scores.
  2. Be at least 17 years old.
  3. Successfully complete Level I Background check before clinical rotation.
  4. Submit current physical exam, immunization record and PPD results before entering clinical rotation.

Estimated Cost:

All costs are estimated and subject to change without notice. Tuition, fees and books are not included.

Liability/Malpractice Insurance$ 17.50
National Certification Exam$105.00
Uniforms$150.00
Physical Exam, Immunization, PPD$180.00
Background Check$48.50

Suggested Sequence

Quarter Course Description Contact Hours Credit Hours
1st: Spring & Fall SCT 100 Introduction to Microcomputers 4 3
AHS 109 Medical Terminology 3 3
EMP 100A Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development I 2 2
EMP 100B Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development II 2 1
CSP 101 Central Sterile Processing Technician 6 6
  Total 17 15

This Program may also be completed in part time student status:

Quarter Course Description Contact Hours Credit Hours
1st: Summer & Winter SCT 100 Introduction to Microcomputers 4 3
AHS 109 Medical Terminology 3 3
EMP 100A Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development I 2 2
  Total 9 8
2nd: Spring & Fall EMP 100B Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development II 2 1
CSP 101 Central Sterile Processing Technician 6 6
  Total 8 7

The content of this page does not constitute a contract between Columbus Technical College and its students on either a collective or individual basis. Course curriculum, fee changes, or additional unforeseen changes may occur after publication. Course offerings are contingent upon adequate enrollments. Please contact the school offering the program for the most current information. Academic advising is available to students prior to registration; this information is not a substitute for consulting with an academic advisor.

Last updated: March 31, 2008.