Central Sterile Processing Technology

About

Central Sterile Processing is a critical component of healthcare facilities, ensuring that medical instruments and equipment are properly sterilized and maintained for patient safety. This course provides students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills necessary for effective sterile processing within healthcare settings. Through a combination of theoretical instruction and hands-on training, students will learn the principles of infection control, sterilization techniques, and proper handling of medical instruments and equipment. Topics covered include decontamination processes, sterilization methods (such as steam, ethylene oxide, and hydrogen peroxide plasma), instrument assembly and packaging, and quality assurance measures.

Overview

Information Detail
Time Commitment Full Time
Typical Program Length 8 Months
Clock Hours 864
Class Type Day
Credentials Certificate
Total Tuition/Fees
Textbook/Supplies Cost

Program Credentials

Option NameHoursCredentials
Central Sterile Processing Technician864Certificate

Campus Locations

Main Campus
550 Alabama Ave.
Memphis, TN 38105

Curriculum/Courses

First Trimester: 
Worker Characteristic
Anatomy and Physiology
Medical Surgical Terminology
Microbiology & Infection Ctrl
Surgical Instrument & Equipment
Intro to CSP
Second Trimester: 
Worker Characteristic
CSP Practices and Procedures
Clinical Practicum
Central Sterile Processing Capstone
Job Prep

Instructors

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