Central Sterile Supply Processing Technician Certificate Program
CS91 - 201412
Program Description
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 Material Management (IAHCSMM) certification exam.
Program Specific Admissions Requirements
Admission will be based on successful completion of core courses and availability up to a maximum class size of 8.
Program Length & Availability
Program length is 2 Semesters.
A new class will be started in the Spring 2023 semester
Campus Availability: Hall
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for the Pell Grant and may be eligible for Institutional and State Financial Aid.
Contact a Financial Aid Counselor for eligibility requirements and application materials.
Admissions Requirements
Must be 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED is required prior to admission. (Official transcripts or GED scores must be submitted from all colleges and/or high schools attended for credit.)
Students will be required to successfully pas criminal background checks and drug screen analysis before placement in clinical settings.
ACCUPLACER Testing, or submit SAT, ACT, COMPASS, or ASSET test scores.
Curriculum
Program-Specific Core – Total of 18 Hours
Select one of the following Courses – Total of 2 Hours
Total Credit Hours: 20
Graduation Plan
Requirements Already Completed in Degree Program
Semester One
| CSSP 1010 | CNTRL STERILE SUP PROCESS TECH | 5 |
| CSSP 1020 | CNTRL STERILE SUP PROC PRAC I | 6 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 11 |
Semester Two
Apply for Graduation
| CSSP 1022 | CNTRL STERILE SUP PROC PRAC II | 5 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 5 |
Total Credit Hours: 20
This plan is for informational purposes ONLY. It is not a substitute for meeting with a program advisor each term.
Accreditation
The Surgical Technology program at Lanier Technical College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) 1361 Park Street, Clearwater, FL 33756. 727-210-2350
* Central Sterile Supply Processing Technician Program Projected to begin Spring Semester 2020.*