Become an integral part of the healthcare system by training as a Sterile Services Technician. This certification course is designed to thoroughly prepare you for the crucial role of ensuring the sterility of medical supplies and equipment used across various departments in a hospital setting.
Starting with the fundamental concepts of decontamination and sterilisation, you'll learn to navigate the complexities of preparing and assembling surgical instruments. These skills are essential for supporting the critical environments of operating rooms and nursing units.
The course emphasises practical knowledge in cleaning and sterilising medical equipment, with a focus on maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness. You'll become familiar with the entire process, from cleaning to packaging to sterilisation, all underpinned by rigorous quality management practices.
By the end of your course, you'll be ready to ensure that all sterilised instruments and equipment are meticulously cleaned, disinfected, and distributed to emergency departments, intensive care units, labour and delivery units, operating rooms, and other critical areas within healthcare facilities.
Your journey through this Sterile Technician Certification course will transform you into a key player in patient care, upholding safety and hygiene standards that are paramount in healthcare.
Learning Outcome of Certificate in Sterile Services Technician
- Gain expertise in cleaning, disinfecting, and distributing sterilised instrumentation and equipment.
- Understand the principles and practices of sterile processing and decontamination procedures.
- Learn about microbiology, infection control, and quality management in sterilising services.
- Acquire skills in sterilisation packaging and the sterilisation process.
- Explore regulatory agencies relevant to sterile processing.
- Familiarise yourself with various sterilisation methods, including steam sterilisation and low-temperature sterilisation.
Key Features of the Certificate in Sterile Services Technician Course
- A CPD certificate that is recognised worldwide.
- A great online learning experience.
- Interesting and unique online materials and activities.
- Expert guidance and support from the field leaders.
- Access to the study resources anytime you want.
- Friendly and helpful customer service and admin support by email, phone, and chat from Monday through Friday.
- Get a year-long access to the course.
Who is this Certificate in Sterile Services Technician course for
This Certificate in Sterile Services Technician Course is suitable for -
- Individuals aspiring to work in healthcare facilities handling medical equipment.
- Professionals seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge in sterile processing.
- Anyone interested in pursuing a career in healthcare services or medical technology.
Requirements
- No prerequisites; suitable for individuals from any academic background.
- Accessible course materials from any internet-enabled device.
CPD Certificate from Course Gate
At the successful completion of the course, you can obtain your CPD certificate from us. You can order the PDF certificate for £9 and the hard copy for £15. Also, you can order both PDF and hardcopy certificates for £22.
Career path
- Sterile services technician
- Medical equipment technician
- Medical device reprocessing technician
Course Curriculum
Module 01:
- Introduction to Sterile Processing
- The Sterilization Process
- The Decontamination Process
- Quality Assurance in Sterile Service
Module 02:
- Basic Microbiology for Sterile Processing
- Basic Anatomy for Sterile Processing Skeletal System
- Regulatory Agencies for Sterile Processing
- Cardiovascular system for the common man
- Stainless Surgical Instruments
- Low Temperature Sterilization Essentials
- Steam sterilization, how it all works
- Mechanical Washer / Thermal Disinfection Basics
- Tools for Cleaning Surgical Instruments
- Flex Scopes and Powered Instruments
- Decontamination and Cleaning
- Preparation and Packaging and Surgical Instruments
- Flexible and Rigid Endoscopes
- MGH Prep and Pack Pack Materials
- Low Temperature Sterilization and Biological Indicator
- Steam Sterilization Essentials
- MGH Decon Mechanical Washer
- Inventory Management in Sterile Storage MGH
