Bellingham Technical College Bellingham, WA

The Sterile Processing program at Bellingham Technical College prepares students for a vital role in healthcare by equipping them with the skills and knowledge to ensure the safety of patients through the proper sterilization and disinfection of medical instruments and equipment. Students will learn about microbiology, infection control, decontamination processes, sterilization techniques (including steam, chemical, and low-temperature methods), packaging, storage, and quality assurance protocols. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on training in a simulated sterile processing environment, mirroring real-world hospital settings. A significant component of the program is a clinical externship, providing students with the opportunity to apply their learning in a practical setting under the guidance of experienced professionals. The program typically lasts for [Duration – Replace with actual duration if known, e.g., one year]. Upon successful completion, graduates will be well-prepared to pursue careers as Sterile Processing Technicians in hospitals, surgical centers, clinics, and other healthcare facilities, and are generally prepared to sit for the CRCST or CBSPD certification exam. This program is crucial in preventing healthcare-associated infections and ensuring the safe delivery of healthcare services.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Bellingham Technical College on the NCES website.

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** 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.
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