Central Sterile Processing (C45180)

The Central Sterile Processing curriculum is designed to prepare individuals for the field of Sterile Processing and Central Service Supply.

Students will develop skills necessary to properly disinfect, prepare, process, store, and issue both sterile and nonsterile supplies, instrumentation, and equipment for patient care. Additionally, students will learn to operate sterilizing units and monitor effectiveness of the sterilization process.

Graduates will be eligible to take the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution, Inc. “Sterile Processing and Distribution (SPD) Technician Exam”, earning the title of Central Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT). Employment opportunities include surgery centers, central sterile processing departments in hospitals, and traveling consultation services.

Program Learning Outcomes:

Graduates Will:

1. Demonstrate competency in the knowledge and skills required for entry-level sterile processing technician.
2. Use and apply critical thinking skills to recognize, analyze, and solve problems related to sterile processing.
3. Display professionalism in working with colleagues within other ancillary departments while modeling sensitivity to cultural diversity.
4. Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills in the role of a sterile processing technician with coworkers and colleagues within other ancillary departments.
5. Effectively store, inspect, and control inventory of supplies, instruments, and equipment used to be an effective central sterile technician.
6. Demonstrate mastery of skills required to successfully practice as a sterile processing technician.