Sterile Processing Technician Program
4-Month Certification Focused Training | CRCST Exam Preparation (HSPA)
Program Overview
The Sterile Processing Technician Program at AISH is designed to prepare students and professionals support safe surgical care through excellence in instrument decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, and distribution.
The program emphasizes industry standards, regulatory compliance, and patient safety while fostering professionalism, accountability, and technical competence.
Built by practitioners, for practitioners.
Why Take This Course
The program provides the knowledge and skills required for attaining sterile processing-focused certifications and employment, all while ensuring the highest healthcare standards and professional accountability.
Program Structure
Duration
3/4/6 Month Options
Delivery Mode
Online
Total Hours
64 (122)
What You Will Learn
- Understand the principles and practices of microbiology and infection prevention
- Perform decontamination and cleaning procedures in accordance with industry standards
- Inspect, assemble, and package surgical instruments to maintain functionality, sterility, and minimize safety risks
- Operate and monitor sterilization equipment and processes
- Maintain safe handling, storage, and distribution practices
- Uphold professional, ethical, and regulatory standards
- Communicate effectively within healthcare teams
Hands-On and Practical Learning
Students receive instruction through didactic coursework and hands-on virtual training that emphasizes industry standards, regulatory compliance, and adherence to manufacturer instructions for use.
The program is designed to prepare graduates for certification and entry into the sterile processing workforce with a strong foundation in professionalism, attention to detail, and accountability.
Certification Pathway
The Sterile Processing Technician Program at AISH is designed to prepare graduates for the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification offered by the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA).
Upon completion of the program, graduates may be eligible to apply for the CRCST provisional certification, provided all eligibility requirements established by the HSPA are met at the time of application.
Career Opportunities
The program prepares you for entry-level roles in sterile processing and central service departments across healthcare settings.
You may work as:
- •Sterile Processing Technician (SPT)
- •Sterile Processing Department Technician
- •Central Service Technician (CST)
- •Instrument Processing Technician
- •Instrument Reprocessing Technician
Advancement opportunities:
- •Lead Technician
- •Quality Assurance Technician
- •Sterile Processing Supervisor
Employment settings:
- •Hospitals and acute care facilities
- •Specialty surgical clinics
- •Outpatient medical centres
- •Dental and specialty procedure clinics
- •Ambulatory surgery centres
- •Medical device reprocessing departments
Admission Requirements
Applicants to the Sterile Processing Program must meet the following requirements:
Frequently Asked Questions
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