Central Sterile Processing Technician
Learn the primary responsibilities of a central sterile processing technician and practice the concepts and procedures you've learned.
Topics covered include preparation, storage and distribution of instruments, supplies and equipment; quality assurance; and inventory management.
Upon completion, students should be able to apply the principles of sterilization and disinfection in the workplace, as well as the principles of distribution of instruments, supplies and equipment.
The course is a mix of online and in-person instruction. Students will meet in class and then complete further study online via Blackboard. Check the course details for specific dates.
NOTE: Students should be able to communicate proficiently in English.
Industry-recognized credential: Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution
Complete course in: Three months or less
Financial assistance available
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Central Sterile Processing Courses
Central Sterile Processing Technician
Course Objectives
Apply principles of sterilization and disinfection in the workplace
Apply principles of distribution of instruments, supplies and equipment
Outline of Instruction
Central Sterile Technician Roles and Responsibilities
Anatomy & Physiology
Microbiology
Infection Control
Decontamination
Processing Patient Equipment
Preparation, Packaging & Instrumentation
Sterilization
Sterile Storage
Inventory Control & Distribution
Review for National Examination
Contact Hours
112
CEUs
1
Industry Standard, State or National Certification
Certification
Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)
Website
Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements
CBSPD learning outcomes/requirements for the SPD Tech Exam – Roles and responsibilities, life sciences, decontamination and disinfection, preparation and handling, sterilization, sterile storage, inventory management and distribution, ethics
CE or CU Articulation
No
Prerequisites
N/A
Learning Supplies Needed
"The Basics of Sterile Processing, 8th ed.," Sterile Processing University
"The Basics of Sterile Processing Workbook, 8th ed.," Sterile Processing University
(Both available at https://www.spdceus.com/product/basics-of-spd-textbook-and-workbook-8th…)
Clinical Site/Special Facilities
Facility will be equipped with a compartment sink for students to perform practical sessions.
Requirements for Successful Completion
90% attendance
Students must maintain an 80% average on chapter tests and satisfactorily pass lab evaluations.
Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements
N/A
Intended Audience
Students interested in a career in Central Sterile Processing.
Specific Industry or Business Support Needs
Sterile processing technician, sterilization technician, medical equipment preparers
Wake County Need for Industry Positions
There is no data for medical equipment preparers in Wake County through NC Works. However, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that North Carolina has one of the highest published employment figures for medical equipment preparers, with 1,540 in the state.
Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment
Sterile technician
Related Courses
Course Contact Information
Allied Health Office https://cehealth.waketech.edu
919-747-0140
[email protected]
| Details | Section | Date(s) | Location | Price | Seats | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 320847 | 01/12/26 - 04/19/26 | Perry Health Sciences Campus | 200.00 | 0 | ||
| 320835 | 01/12/26 - 04/19/26 | Perry Health Sciences Campus | 200.00 | 0 | ||
| 325585 | 01/20/26 - 04/26/26 | Perry Health Sciences Campus | 200.00 | 0 | ||
| 320849 | 01/20/26 - 04/26/26 | Perry Health Sciences Campus | 200.00 | 0 |
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