In-Person & Online Sterile Processing Technician Training Champaign County, Illinois

Lower Columbia College Longview, WA

Prepares students for entry-level positions as sterile processing technicians.
Curriculum covers essential topics like medical terminology, microbiology, infection control, decontamination, sterilization methods (steam, chemical), and surgical instrumentation.
Likely involves hands-on training in a simulated sterile processing environment, utilizing equipment and processes mirroring real-world healthcare settings.
May include a clinical practicum or internship at a local hospital or surgery center, providing real-world experience in processing instruments and equipment.
Upon successful completion, graduates are typically eligible to sit for a national certification exam, such as the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) exam through IAHCSMM.
Focus on compliance with industry standards and regulations from organizations like AAMI (Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation) and The Joint Commission.
Could offer flexible scheduling options (e.g., evening or weekend classes) to accommodate working students. (Check program details)

Prepares students for certification as a Sterile Processing Technician.
Focuses on skills needed for decontaminating, cleaning, assembling, packaging, and sterilizing medical instruments.
Emphasizes adherence to national standards and Infection Control guidelines.
Develops proficiency in instrument inspection for cleanliness and functionality.
Provides training in using electronic tools for inspecting electrosurgical equipment.
Trains students on documentation within digital information systems.