STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN

Program Description

This program provides entry-level training for the critical role of cleaning, packaging, sterilizing, storing and handling of sterile supplies and instruments, with a focus on infection control and aseptic techniques.

This type of employment requires flexibility (shift work), manual dexterity and good health.

This 21-week program includes classroom instruction with integrated practical learning experiences. This is followed by 400 hours of practicum, of which eight weeks take place at a clinical site. Theory will be integrated throughout the practicum to increase knowledge, skills and employability.

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Your Career

You will find work as sterile processors, service aides and related positions in health care central service/supply, processing and distribution, operating room and specialty areas at acute care, community care and extended care facilities.

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