Central Sterile
Processing Technology

Be part of the exciting health science field!

This program is designed to train and prepare students to work as sterile processing or central supply technicians in a hospital or surgical out-patient setting.  Students will be taught a variety of skills and competencies to effectively decontaminate, prepare, disinfect and sterilize instrument trays for surgical procedures.  Students will also learn the various methods of inventory control and how to manage the storage and distribution of sterile supplies and patient care equipment.

Central Sterile Processing Technicians are an essential part of the healthcare team and serve as key individuals in preventing infections and the spread of disease in hospitals and surgical centers.

A clinical externship is included in the program.

Additional Skills Covered:

• • Anatomy & Physiology
  • Bloodborne Diseases HIV/AIDS, HBV
  • Central Services Departmental Organization & Function
  • Communication & Interpersonal Skills
  • Computer Literacy
  • CPR, BLS Healthcare Provider
  • Employability Skills
  • Infection Control Procedures
  • Laboratory Testing Procedures
  • Legal & Ethical Responsibilities
  • Medical Errors
  • Medical Terminology
  • Microbiology & Chemistry as Related to Central Service
  • Safety and Security Procedures
  • Sterile Supplies & Equipment (cleaning, packaging, distributing, storing, and Inventory)
  • Sterilization Principles & Processes
  • Surgical Instrumentation
  • Wellness & Disease Concepts

IMPORTANT NOTES REGARDING REGISTRATION:

Registration processes for Health Science classes vary by program. For information specific to Central Sterile Processing Technology, please e-mail the counselor at [email protected].

Students enrolling in any Health Science Education program must attend a Health Science program orientation.  At that time, information about the required Level II criminal background check and drug screening, per The Joint Commission, will be fully explained. Students who do not have a valid social security number may encounter difficulty with certain state licensing agencies and registries. Contact the program counselor for specific information.

Industry Certification & State Credential Exams:

Students will be prepared to take an approved state and/or nationally recognized industry certification or licensure exam in their field of study. Exam costs are additional; however, you may qualify for reimbursement of your exam cost(s) upon passing. See your program counselor/advisor for more information.

College Credit Transfer Opportunity and/or Advanced Standing:

Upon completion of the program, you may be eligible to receive FREE associate degree transfer credits from Broward College or another state college. To learn more and determine eligibility, visit browardtechnicalcolleges.com/articulation-agreement/, scroll to the career cluster photos, click Business, Management & Administration, or contact your program counselor/advisor. Additional college credit may be awarded with the attainment of industry certifications.