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

Campus Locations: Thomasville

The Central Sterile Supply Processing Technician Technical Certificate of Credit is designed to provide entry-level training that will prepare graduates to function in the sterile supply processing and distribution areas of healthcare facilities. The program is based on theory and clinical instruction that will apply scientific principles to the specific work area. Theory classes with laboratory participatory classes will prepare students for clinical application of skills and knowledge in healthcare facilities. Together with practical experiences provide students with the preparation necessary to be eligible to sit for the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM) certification exam.

Length of Program: Two (2) Semesters

Student Learning Outcomes:
  • Students will enter the Central Sterile Supply Department and function with appropriate knowledge and use of instrumentation, supplies, and equipment.

Gainful Employment: For more information regarding this program including job placement rate, on-time graduation rate, costs, and occupational information, please view the Datasheet

Entrance Date: Summer Semester

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

Age: Applicant must be 17 years of age or older. Must be 18 at time of graduation and to sit for National Registry Exam.

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

Advisor: A Program Advisor should be consulted prior to enrolling in any course. An advisor will be assigned by admissions.

Additional Requirements: Physical Exam, Criminal Background Check, American Heart Healthcare Provider CPR Certification, and Drug Toxicology.

Note: Those who have been arrested/convicted of a moral and/or legal violation of the law may not be granted permission to take the licensing examination.

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

Credits Required for Graduation: 20 Minimum semester hour credits required.

Cost
Books: $210.00
Fees: $309.00
Tuition: $445.00
Total: $964.00
Books: $400.00
Fees: $284.00
Tuition: $801.00
Total: $1,485.00
Books: $219.20
Fees: $324.00
Tuition: $623.00
Total: $1,166.20
Curriculum Outline (20 hours)
1: Basic Skills Courses (2 hours) 2
EMPL 1000

2.00 Credits Pre-requisite(s): Program Admission Emphasizes human relations and professional development in today's rapidly changing world that prepares students for living and working in a complex society. Topics include human relations skills, job acquisition skills and communication, job retention skills, job advancement skills, and professional image skills.

2
2: Occupational Courses (18 Hours) 18
ALHS 1090

2.00 Credits Pre-requisite(s): Provisional Admission Introduces the elements of medical terminology. Emphasis is placed on building familiarity with medical words through knowledge of roots, prefixes, and suffixes. Topics include: origins (roots, prefixes, and suffixes), word building, abbreviations and symbols, and terminology related to the human anatomy.

2
CSSP 1010

5.00 Credits Pre-requisite(s): Program Admission NOTE: Students enrolled in this course are required to complete the entry level occupational work ethics course during the same term. 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.

5
CSSP 1020

6.00 Credits 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

5.00 Credits Pre-requisite(s): CSSP 1020 NOTE: Students enrolled in this course are required to complete the capstone level occupational work ethics course during the same term. 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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