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Sterile Processing

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Are You Detail Oriented?

A sterile processor technician is instrumental in the safety and sterile process of medical procedures in surgical rooms and within the hospital. They are in charge of instrument and medical device decontamination, organization and packaging. They help prevent the spread of infection by ensuring all medical devices are disease free. They must know about aseptic techniques and procedures, HIPAA regulations, proper decontamination, sterilization and packaging techniques.

About the Program

The Certified Sterile Processing Technician CE certificate program consists of two (2) course sections that are taught both online and in a clinical setting.

  • SRGT-1040 Sterile Processing Program
  • SRGT-1060 Sterile Processing Clinical

It is important that the student be detailed oriented - in addition to the cleaning process, there is daily record keeping and scheduling of deliveries. This is when the equipment can be distributed to surgical rooms and exam rooms. Hours vary on the place of employment but there are days, nights and weekends. No previous experience required to enter this program, and you can work in Hospitals / Surgical Hospitals, and Outpatient Care Centers.

Get Started Now!

If you have a high school diploma or GED, a proficiency in English (reading,writing and speaking skills) are at least eighteen (18) years of age and have a clean criminal record, then contact our program coordinator to get started. You should also download the application located on our sterile processing program web page and submit it to the Austin Community College Continuing Education registration office. Discover a career that will bring out the best in you.

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2021 Spring Semester

SRGT-1040

Sterile Processing Program

SRGT-1060

Sterile Processing- Clinical

2021 Summer Semester

Program
Information

Tuition

$925.00
Cost Includes Books & Fees

Time Commitment

2 Months
9 Hours / Week

Certification

Sterile Processing Technician

Career
Information

Median Salary

$34,267
New workers start around $26,128. Normal pay is $34,267 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to $47,410.

Annual Job Openings

36

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Program Coordinator

Gloria Cantu
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512-223-7090

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Do you see yourself being a good fit for this program? Perhaps you have some additional questions you would like answered? Well, know that we are there for you to assist in any way we can. Please fill out the following form and our Sterile Processing program coordinator will contact you directly.

Coordinator

Gloria Cantu
512-223-7090

Location

Highland Business Center
5930 Middle Fiskville Rd
Austin, Texas 78752

Sterile Processing

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Program Information: http://continue.austincc.edu/sterile
Program Coordinator: Gloria Cantu @ 512-223-7090 | gloria.cantu@austincc.edu

Are You Detail Oriented?

A sterile processor technician is instrumental in the safety and sterile process of medical procedures in surgical rooms and within the hospital. They are in charge of instrument and medical device decontamination, organization and packaging. They help prevent the spread of infection by ensuring all medical devices are disease free. They must know about aseptic techniques and procedures, HIPAA regulations, proper decontamination, sterilization and packaging techniques.

About the Program

The Certified Sterile Processing Technician CE certificate program consists of two (2) course sections that are taught both online and in a clinical setting.

  • SRGT-1040 Sterile Processing Program
  • SRGT-1060 Sterile Processing Clinical

It is important that the student be detailed oriented - in addition to the cleaning process, there is daily record keeping and scheduling of deliveries. This is when the equipment can be distributed to surgical rooms and exam rooms. Hours vary on the place of employment but there are days, nights and weekends. No previous experience required to enter this program, and you can work in Hospitals / Surgical Hospitals, and Outpatient Care Centers.

Get Started Now!

If you have a high school diploma or GED, a proficiency in English (reading,writing and speaking skills) are at least eighteen (18) years of age and have a clean criminal record, then contact our program coordinator to get started. You should also download the application located on our sterile processing program web page and submit it to the Austin Community College Continuing Education registration office. Discover a career that will bring out the best in you.

Sterile Processing Program Information

Tuition

$925.00
Books & Fees Not Included

Time Commitment

2 Months
9 Hours / Week

Certification

Sterile Processing Technician

Hourly Wage

$34,267 / Hour Average

Job Market

36% Increase

Sterile Processing Course Listing

2021 Spring Semester

SRGT-1040 Sterile Processing Program

SRGT-1060 Sterile Processing- Clinical

2021 Summer Semester

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