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Start Your Online Sterile Processing Technician Certificate Program today! USCI offers 100% online classes that allow you to study any time, any place, on your phone.
Estimated Length of program:
5-9 months, self-paced. Start learning today - no waiting period.
Certification:
Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)
Median Earnings:
$45,280* based on statements found in the United States Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook.
Tuition:
Payment Plan: $69/month
($1,279 total)
Pay-in-Full: $979 Tuition
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Program Goal:
To prepare students to take the CRCST exam and gain entry-level employment as a Sterile Processing Technician.
Class Format:
Online – Computer or Phone
Our Sterile Processing Technician training is designed to prepare you for the nationally recognized Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) Exam, offered by the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA). Your CRCST exam fee is included in your tuition- up to a $140 value†.
Accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC). DEAC is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.
A+ BBB Rating, 40 Years in Business, 4.8 out of 5 TrustScore, DEAC Accredited, 97% of students would recommend us to a friend.
Your tuition includes access to instructors, learning materials, student services, and one-on-one career coaching with a career advisor. $400 Value**
Sterile Processing Technician professionals are paid a competitive salary.
Sterile Processing Technician jobs are projected to increase 6% by 2033* according to the U.S. Department of Labor.
Focus on real-world skills that will help you gain the knowledge and skills you need for employment and to prepare for industry certifications.
Graduates of this course will learn the necessary skills to professionally perform the duties of a Sterile Processing Technician. Students learn to decontaminate, inspect, assemble, disassemble, package, and sterilize reusable surgical instruments or devices for healthcare facilities.
QUICK FACTS
Lessons: 21
Short Quizzes: 21
Complete in as little as 5 months
Our Sterile Processing Tech School is broken down into 4 units.
Weston “Hank” Balch, BS, MDiv, CRCST, CER, CIS, CHL
Sterile Processing Program Instructor/Course Expert
Our Sterile Processing instructor, Hank Balch earned his bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M University before co-founding Beyond Clean. Beyond Clean is the largest clinical education provider in the Sterile Processing industry. He began his career in instrument reprocessing as a frontline technician in 2009, and has served as an Instrument Database Specialist, Department Manager, and System Director for various SPD departments across the country. Hank is an award-winning Sterile Processing leader (2016 Healthcare Purchasing News "CS/SPD Department of the Year"), twice nominated for HSPA President, founder of two state-wide HSPA chapters, conference speaker, and well-known industry writer, blogger, and social media connoisseur. He has written over 200 Sterile Processing articles, with his work being published in Becker's Hospital Review, Infection Control Today, Healthcare Purchasing News, Communique, Outpatient Surgery Magazine, AAMI BI&T Journal, SteriWorld, and other publications across the globe. His passion is seeing frontline Sterile Processing professionals equipped to #FightDirty, every instrument, every time.
Weston “Hank” Balch, BS, MDiv, CRCST, CER, CIS, CHL
Sterile Processing Technician Program Instructor/Course Expert
Our Sterile Processing instructor, Hank Balch earned his bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M University before co-founding Beyond Clean. Beyond Clean is the largest clinical education provider in the Sterile Processing industry. He began his career in instrument reprocessing as a frontline technician in 2009, and has served as an Instrument Database Specialist, Department Manager, and System Director for various SPD departments across the country. Hank is an award-winning Sterile Processing leader (2016 Healthcare Purchasing News "CS/SPD Department of the Year"), twice nominated for HSPA President, founder of two state-wide HSPA chapters, conference speaker, and well-known industry writer, blogger, and social media connoisseur. He has written over 200 Sterile Processing articles, with his work being published in Becker's Hospital Review, Infection Control Today, Healthcare Purchasing News, Communique, Outpatient Surgery Magazine, AAMI BI&T Journal, SteriWorld, and other publications across the globe. His passion is seeing frontline Sterile Processing professionals equipped to #FightDirty, every instrument, every time.
My goal is to become a nurse but I’ve decided to pursue a short term goal in becoming a sterile processing technician. So far, U.S Career Institute has been a great choice. There’s a lot to learn on the lessons but everything is very organized and understandable. I’m very excited to learn and relearn because there’s so much to learn. Can’t wait to be certified!!
Admene J.
Sterile Processing Technician Student
Each team member is polite and attentive. The process is easy and the teachers reply quickly. I wish I had found them earlier.
Victoria M.
Sterile Processing Technician Student
Median Salary
Number of Jobs
Job Growth by 2033
U.S. Career Institute's Sterile Processing Technician program will prepare you to sit for the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) exam, through the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA). Included with our course, we cover the cost of your CRCST certification exam fees – a $140 value!†
CRCST certification from HSPA requires that you pass the certification exam and complete 400 hours of hands-on experience in a Central Service department. These hours can be completed before testing or within 6 months of passing the exam. Please note that you are responsible for obtaining the 400 hours of hands-on experience once you finish our Sterile Processing Technician course, USCI will not provide this training.
U.S. Career Institute is committed to making your education affordable. Tuition includes electronic lesson books, supplements, instructor assistance, and career support for graduates. You can start your new career without a mountain of debt.
5-day money-back commitment
5-day money-back commitment
*Plus one-time $29 application charge.
**First payment includes $40 down payment and $29 application charge. Application charge is non-refundable.
U.S. Career Institute offers an iron clad money-back commitment to its students. After you receive your first lesson, you have 5 full days to review and evaluate. After reviewing the lesson, if you think our program is not the best route for you; contact us, return any materials and we will refund the full amount paid. No questions asked.
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