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Central Sterile Supply Processing Tech (Advanced), TCC (CK91) (510909)  Technical Certificate of Credit

Campus Locations: Tifton

The Central Sterile Supply Processing Technician (Advanced) TCC program is designed for individuals seeking specialized expertise in sterile supply processing, with a focus on mastering the reprocessing of complex medical instruments, including endoscopes. The curriculum offers an in-depth understanding of infection control, sterilization techniques, and industry standards critical to preventing healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). Students will explore advanced topics within Instrument decontamination and sterilization, High-level disinfection processes, Care and handling of surgical instruments, Reprocessing of flexible endoscopes following national guidelines, quality assurance and regulatory compliance. In addition to classroom instruction, students will participate in hands-on labs and clinical rotations helping students to develop practical skills in equipment handling, sterilization, and proper documentation. Upon completion, graduates will be well-prepared for certification exams and advanced roles in healthcare settings, ensuring patient safety through proper reprocessing of sterile instruments.

Length of Program: 2 Semesters

Entrance Date: Fall and Spring Semester

Entrance Requirements: Refer to Admissions criteria. Click for Entrance Score Requirements.

Age: N/A

Education: An applicant must be a high school graduate or the equivalent (GED). College transcripts will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Program Final Exit Point: Central Sterile Supply Processing Technician, Technical Certificate of Credit.

Credits Required for Graduation: 22 minimum semester hour credits required for graduation.

Cost
Admissions Fees: $384.00
Tuition: $2,354.00
Total: $2,738.00
Curriculum Outline (22 hours)
Occupational Courses 22
CSSP 1010

Pre-requisite(s): Program Admission This course provides an overview of the Central Sterile Processing and Distribution profession and develops the fundamental concepts and principles necessary to successfully participate as an entry level Central Sterile Processing Technician. Emphasis will be placed on the profession of Central Sterile Processing, basic sciences and related subjects, infection control, aseptic technique, equipment management, sterilization, instrumentation and supplies, legal issues, inventory management, safety, quality assurance, professional development and healthcare trends. Students completing this course will be eligible to apply to take the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM) certification exam.

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CSSP 1020

Pre-requisite(s): Program Admission This course complements CSSP 1010 Central Sterile Supply Processing Technician, and together with CSSP 1022 Central Sterile Processing Supply Practicum II, providing the practical hours necessary to meet the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM) requirements to sit for the certification examination.

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CSSP 1022

Pre-requisite(s): CSSP 1020 This course complements CSSP 1010 Central Sterile Supply Processing Technician, and together with CSSP 1020 Central Sterile Processing Supply Practicum II, providing the practical hours necessary to meet the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM) requirements to sit for the certification examination.

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CSSP 2010

This course provides an overview of the duties of an Endoscope Reprocessing Technician and develops the fundamental concepts and principles necessary to participate successfully as an entry-level Endoscope Reprocessing Technician. Emphasis will be placed on types of endoscopes, instrumentation and accessories, microbiology, endoscope maintenance and leak testing, inspection and preparation of endoscopes, cleaning and disinfection processes for endoscopes, sterilization processes, types of mechanical disinfectors, infection control techniques, department design, transportation and storage of endoscopes, legal issues and regulatory agencies, professional development and healthcare trends. Students completing this course will be prepared to take the Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) exam or the Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor (CFER) exam.

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CSSP 2020

This course complements CSSP 2010 Endoscope Reprocessing Fundamentals and provides experience with basic skills necessary to the Endoscope Reprocessing Technician. Topics include but are not limited to: endoscope maintenance and leak testing, inspection and preparation of endoscopes, cleaning and disinfection processes, sterilization processes, mechanical disinfection, infection control techniques, transportation and storage of endoscopes. Together with CSSP 2010, students are prepared to take the Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) exam or the Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor (CFER) exam.

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