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Course Description

Central Sterile Processing | Learn to handle medical equipment in a safe and sanitary manner. Explore methods of sterilization, decontamination, storage, packaging and distribution of both sterile and nonsterile medical instruments. Learn to assess the condition of medical and surgical equipment for sterility and proper function, which can include removing instruments for maintenance or replacement. CEUs issued. $2,050 includes $50 fee. Note: Students must be 18 years old. Note: Full attendance and passing the final exam required. Students must attend an information session prior to enrolling in the program. Visit aacc.edu/job-training and click the link for Sterile Processing. Students must apply to take externships. A limited number of externships are offered, and students will be selected. Selected students must register and pay for externships: STP-505, STP-506, STP-507 and STP-508. Additional cost for scrubs, shoes and textbook. Exam fee not included.

Learner Outcomes

Summarize the organization and functions of Central Sterile Processors and their role in controlling infections; Discuss proper storage and transportation standards for supplies in the facility; Identify medical instrumentation and outline their medical use, care and reprocessing requirements; Relate medical terminology, microbiology and infection control principles to central sterile processing guidelines and procedures; Explain safety, risk management protocols, standards and regulations that must be followed during the processing of medical instruments.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Section Title
Central Sterile Processing
Type
In Person
Days
T, Th
Time
6:00PM to 8:00PM
Dates
Feb 03, 2026 to Mar 12, 2026
Type
Online
Dates
Feb 03, 2026 to May 28, 2026
Type
In Person
Days
T, Th
Time
6:00PM to 8:00PM
Dates
Mar 24, 2026 to May 28, 2026
Schedule
Contact Hours
84.0
Location
  • Main Campus
  • Off Campus
Delivery Options
Registration Fee
Drop Request Deadline
Feb 02, 2026
Section Transfer Request Deadline
Feb 02, 2026
Section Notes
Note: Section 101 is hybrid with mandatory face to face meetings from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Arnold campus. No class March 17 and 19.
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