Massachusetts Bay Community College Wellesley Hills, MA

The Sterile Processing program at Massachusetts Bay Community College prepares students for a vital role in healthcare: ensuring the safety and sterility of medical instruments and equipment. This comprehensive program covers the entire sterile processing cycle, from decontamination and disinfection to sterilization techniques, packaging, and storage. Students learn about microbiology, infection control, quality assurance, and the proper use of sterilization equipment. A significant component of the program is hands-on training in a simulated sterile processing lab, allowing students to practice essential skills in a realistic environment. Furthermore, the program includes a clinical practicum at affiliated healthcare facilities. This provides real-world experience and allows students to apply their knowledge under the supervision of experienced professionals. Graduates of the program are well-prepared to pursue entry-level positions as Sterile Processing Technicians in hospitals, surgical centers, clinics, and other healthcare settings. The program aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in this demanding but rewarding field and prepare them to sit for the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) exam.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Massachusetts Bay Community College on the NCES website.

* Cohort Year represents the year for which students began their studies and applies to Graduation and Transfer Out Rates.
** Net Price is Average Net Price for 2022-2023 generated for full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded grant or scholarship aid from federal, state or local governments, or the institution. For public institutions only students paying the in-state or in-district rate are included. For institutions that charge students by program, net price is generated for the institution’s largest program.
NA (Not applicable) – Graduation rate, transfer-out rate and the net price are not applicable to institutions that do not have full-time, first-time degree-seeking undergraduate students in the applicable cohort year or the financial aid year.