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2025-2026 Catalog

Central Sterile Supply Processing Tech (Basic) (CJ91) Certificate

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    Program Description

    The Central Sterile Supply Processing Technician (Basic) TCC program is designed to equip students with the foundational knowledge and practical skills necessary to ensure the proper sterilization and distribution of medical equipment in healthcare facilities. This comprehensive program introduces students to infection control, sterilization techniques, decontamination procedures, and equipment management, emphasizing the critical role of sterile processing in maintaining patient safety. Through a combination of classroom instruction, hands-on lab experience, and clinical
    rotations. students will learn about surgical instrumentation, sterilization methods, aseptic techniques, and inventory management. Additionally, they will be trained in safety protocols, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance, preparing them to meet industry standards. Upon successful completion, graduates will be prepared to work in hospitals, outpatient centers, and other healthcare settings as entry-level sterile processing technicians.

    Required Courses (13 Credit Hours)

    CSSP 1010Central Sterile Supply Processing Technician

    5

    CSSP 1020Central Sterile Supply Processing Technician Practicum I

    4

    CSSP 1022Central Sterile Supply Processing Technician Practicum II

    4

    Total Credit Hours: 13 Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation