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Course Description

Central Sterile Processing Externship: 4 | Examine the functions and responsibilities of the Central Sterile Processor for infection control and traffic patterns when in the operating room and other departments. Identify proper storage and transportation standards for supplies. CEUs issued. $60 includes $10 fee. Corequisite: STP 505 Central Sterile Processing: Externship 1, STP 506 Central Sterile Processing: Externship 2, STP 507 Central Sterile Processing: Externship 3. Note: Must be 18 or older to enroll. The externship is held during the week (no weekends) at certain medical facilities and space is limited. Note: Students must have coordinator approval to register.

Learner Outcomes

Describe how central service is involved in controlling infections in hospitals; Explain the purpose of occupational safety and health Act; Demonstrate the ability to identify and select appropriate instrumentation or equipment; Describe supply distribution systems and the principles of inventory control; Demonstrate the ability to recall and dispose of or reprocess sterile supplies.

Prerequisites

Permission from the coordinator must be granted to sign up for this course.
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Section Title
Central Sterile Proc: Ext IV
Type
In Person
Dates
Sep 13, 2026 to Feb 28, 2027
Schedule
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Location
  • Off Campus
Delivery Options
In-Person (DP)  
Course Costs
Open Enrollment non-credit $50.00 Click here to get more information
Senior (60+) non-credit $0.00 Click here to get more information
Registration Fee
CEUs
10 CEUs
Drop Request Deadline
Sep 12, 2026
Section Transfer Request Deadline
Sep 12, 2026
Instructors
  • Tammy Valko

Section Notes

Note: This section is for Central Sterile processing students successfully meeting the requirements to do their clinical hours.
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