Welcome

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The Sterile Processing Technician Program is designed to prepare you for a rewarding, entry-level job in the field. Throughout your program, you’ll develop the fundamental skills and knowledge needed for success in the role while also preparing to sit for the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) exam.

The CBSPD Sterile Processing Technician Training Course is a 11-week course that includes the option of live online sessions, or in person classes.

Upon completion of this certified sterile processing technician certificate you’ll learn a number of skills, including:

• Knowing medical terminology, disease processes, anatomy and physiology
• The importance of customer service, communication skills, and professionalism
• Identifying central service workflow processes from cleaning, decontamination, preparation, and packaging to sterilization and storage of surgical instruments and equipment
• Describing the importance of manufacturer’s instructions for use (IFU), infection control, and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) throughout central service areas and their impact on personnel and patient safety
• Differentiating methods for quality control and assurance and the necessity of central service process documentation
• Discussing compliance standards and the role of HIPAA, OSHA, CDC, FDA, ANSI, AAMI, and other regulating agencies