American Institute of Medical Sciences & Education Piscataway, NJ

The Sterile Processing program at American Institute of Medical Sciences & Education is designed to prepare students for a vital role in the healthcare industry. This comprehensive program equips individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to properly clean, inspect, assemble, sterilize, and distribute medical instruments and equipment. Students will delve into topics such as microbiology, infection control, medical terminology, and the operation of sterilization equipment like autoclaves and ultrasonic cleaners. A significant emphasis is placed on hands-on training, allowing students to practice these essential procedures in a simulated or real-world sterile processing department. Clinical externships provide invaluable experience, giving students the opportunity to apply their skills under the supervision of experienced professionals in a healthcare setting. Typically, the program lasts several months and prepares graduates to take national certification exams, such as the CRCST exam offered by HSPA. Upon successful completion, graduates are well-prepared to pursue entry-level positions as sterile processing technicians in hospitals, surgical centers, clinics, and other healthcare facilities, contributing directly to patient safety and quality care.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at American Institute of Medical Sciences & Education 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.