Sterile Processing Technician (Hybrid)


Course number : CHHO-5110    ID : 160803   

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The Sterile Processing Technician program is designed to prepare students to function as a sterile processing professional in multiple healthcare settings. Sterile Processing technicians perform and participate in decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, scanning, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment. Working in a sterile processing area requires specific knowledge and skills, including an understanding of the following key areas and topics:
 
  • Instrumentation: Knowledge of surgical instruments and specialty devices
  • Processing of Surgical Instrumentation: Decontamination, packaging, and sterilization
  • Processing of Moveable Patient Equipment: Processing, cleaning, testing, assembly, and distribution of equipment
  • Storage and Inventory: Storage, handling, and distribution, as well as inventory control and cost recovery systems
  • Medical Terminology: Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, and microbiology
  • Prevention Processes: Infection prevention, decontamination, and disinfection

After completing this hybrid program, learners will be prepared to take the leading national, industry-recognized certification exam(s) essential to entry-level employment in this fast-growing field, CRCST - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA). Voucher for certification exam is included in the course fee. Tuition assistance may fund up to 100 percent of your registration cost for this program. Fill out our funding referral form at www.kirkwood.edu/cefunding.

Class Details

25 Session(s)
Days of the Week :Multiple Days of the Week :
  Weekly - Tue, Thu.  
  Weekly - Sat.  

Location : Kirkwood Center for Lifelong Learning Location : 
  Kirkwood Center for Lifelong Learning.

Instructor : . Condensed Curriculum Int. 

CEUs : 9.6

 

Notice

Please read:  All applicants must turn 18 years of age within 6 months of course registration and have evidence of high school diploma or equivalent within 1 year of course registration. All classes will be live on-line with online coursework and one in-person lab day on main campus, Cedar Rapids. Technology requirements: classes can be taken on computer devices using the most up-to-date version of Safari, Chrome, or Firefox. Tablet devices can also be used with the following stipulations: Apple products must access the class using Safari and android devices must use Google Chrome. Must have a webcam and microphone on electronic device. Course textbook and exam voucher for the certification exam are included in the course fee. Optional Volunteer Externship Opportunity: Learners who complete this program are eligible to participate in an optional volunteer externship opportunity with a local company/agency/organization whose work aligns with this area of study in order to gain valuable hands-on experience. As learners progress through their program, an Externship Coordinator will reach out to coordinate placement. Please Note: Additional documentation and fee's including health records, immunizations, drug-screening, criminal background checks, etc. may be required by the externship facility. Your log in information will be sent to you via email two days prior to the class start date. Email subject line: Sterile Processing Technician class log in information. Tuition assistance may fund up to 100 percent of your registration cost for this program. Fill out our funding referral form at www.kirkwood.edu/cefunding.

Tuition: 

$2,399.00


Registration Closes On
Thursday, September 24, 2026 @ 12:00 AM

Schedule Information

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s) Instructional Method
7/7/2026 - 9/24/2026 Weekly - Tue, Thu 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM Cedar Rapids, Kirkwood Center for Lifelong Learning  Map, Room: 202/208 . Condensed Curriculum Int.  ClassRoom
9/12/2026 - 9/12/2026 Weekly - Sat 08:00 AM - 04:30 PM Cedar Rapids, Kirkwood Center for Lifelong Learning  Map, Room: 202/208 . Condensed Curriculum Int.  ClassRoom