STP-510 - Central Sterile Processing

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. Must attend orientation. Note: Full attendance and passing the final exam required. English as a Second Language students must earn a composite score of 310 or better on the Level of English Proficiency exam, or successfully complete Capstone Level ESL coursework. 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. Students must have at least an eighth-grade reading comprehension to be successful in the class. Additional cost for scrubs and shoes. 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

• Central Sterile Processing Technician : Open Enrollment, Open Enrollment FY24