Sterile Processing
Short-Term CertificateAfter completing this 2-quarter program, which includes a 400-hour practicum, students are eligible to sit for the CRCST certification exam. Upon passage of the CRCST, students earn the title of registered Sterile Processing/Central Supply & Instrument Technician. Medical staff depend on Central Supply & Instrument Technicians to provide them with the correct tools in order to administer the highest levels of patient care. They work in hospitals and clinics, sterilizing and packaging surgical instruments and maintaining supply inventories.
Estimated Length of Completion
| Degree | Quarters | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Short-Term Certificate | Full Time: 2 Part Time: Part Time Option Not Available |
20.0 |
Program lengths are estimates, not guarantees. For the most current program information, please check with the program contact.
Prereq: Permission.
Students are strongly encouraged to meet with an advisor to discuss specific career goals and recommended coursework.
Job tests this program will prepare you for:
- Certified Central Supply & Instrument Technician
For current employment and wage estimates, please visit the following online resources and search for the relevant occupational term:
All costs are estimates and are not guarantees. For the most current program information, check with an adviser by calling (206) 934-4068. There are additional costs for books and supplies. Each student is responsible for the purchase of certain supplies and required tools before the instruction begins.
Full Time Cost
| Quarter | Credits | Resident | Non-Resident | International |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 11 | $1,338.86 | $1,521.83 | $3,352.46 |
| 2 | 9 | $1,148.31 | $1,312.11 | $2,953.17 |
Equipment Fee associated with this program:
- Textbook and Workbook : 135
- National Background Check : 59
- Washington State Patrol Background Check : 11
Hours may vary based on specific program requirements.
Coursework
To check the program sequences please view pdf.