Sterile Processing Technician Training Program

Take the first steps toward a new career online – from home.

Train for a career in the healthcare industry

As a sterile processing technician, you’ll play an essential role in the industry, ensuring that equipment, exam rooms, and operating rooms are sterile and ready for procedures. This is a great career for those who want to work in the medical field without having to work directly with patients.

3 Reasons to Become a Sterile Processing Technician With Excellence Training Career Programs

Learn on your terms.

Through online training, you can learn how to become a sterile processing technician on your schedule while preparing for industry-relevant certification.

Get certified

Our career training provides the knowledge that can help you prepare to sit for the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) exam.

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Your training is online, but you’re never alone. Real people support you every step of the way via phone, live chat, and email.

1. Start today.

Begin your training right now – no waiting.

2. Learn your way.

Self-paced career training that fits any schedule.

3. Start a career.

With industry-relevant training and certification.

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What You'll Learn

Our Sterile Processing Technician Program covers the skills and knowledge that can help you build a strong foundation for future success in your career.

Digital Technology

Build essential technology skills that are valuable to any career, from navigating different applications to a basic understanding of network devices.

Sterile Processing Foundations

Learn more about the role of a central service technician, including aseptic technique and infection prevention, how HIPAA applies to your work, and common safety standards

Comprehensive Medical Terminology

Learn more about medical terminology, including definitions of commonly used terms, the common building clocks of medical terms, and how it applies to sterile processing.

Anatomy and Physiology

Learn about major body systems and organs, common anatomical terms, and the risk factors that can lead to high mortality and high morbidity.

Sterile Processing Technician FAQs

What does a sterile processing technician do?

Sterile processing technicians play a vital role in healthcare! They’re responsible for cleaning, decontaminating, sterilizing, and preparing various tools and medical equipment used for both invasive and non-invasive procedures. A sterile environment is essential to patient care and recovery, so a strict adherence to sterilization processes is a must, as well as a strong attention to detail.

Do you need to be certified to be a sterile processing technician?

Not all states require sterile processing technicians to be certified to work in the field, but there are some that do. Even in states that don’t require it, being certified can be beneficial to your employment opportunities and allow you to stand out from other job applicants when you’re applying for open positions. Certification shows employers that you have the skills they are looking for!

Through our Sterile Processing Technician Training, you’ll develop the knowledge that can help you prepare for the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) exam. Once you sit for and pass the exam, you’ll then need to gain 400 hours of on-the-job experience within 6 months to be considered fully certified.

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This program includes training, career support, and coaching, along with certification prep materials and exam fees.

$3,199.00 for full program access

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Payment Plans

We offer flexible and affordable payment plans for those who need it. When you schedule a consultation, a member of our Career Team will reach out to you and can provide more details about our payment plans.