Schoolcraft Community College District Livonia, MI

The Sterile Processing program at Schoolcraft Community College District equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the vital role of ensuring the safety of medical instruments and equipment. The curriculum typically covers essential topics such as medical terminology, microbiology, infection control, decontamination, sterilization methods (steam, chemical, etc.), inspection, packaging, and inventory management. Students learn to adhere to strict protocols and regulations to prevent infections and maintain a sterile environment within healthcare settings. The program likely incorporates hands-on lab experiences and clinical rotations, providing students with valuable practical experience in real-world sterile processing departments. A key objective is to prepare students for the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) exam, a nationally recognized certification that enhances career prospects. Graduates of the Sterile Processing program at Schoolcraft are prepared for entry-level positions as sterile processing technicians in hospitals, surgical centers, clinics, and other healthcare facilities. The typical duration of the program is likely one to two years, depending on the specific credential offered (certificate or associate degree).

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Schoolcraft Community College District 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.