CSSP 1010
CENTRAL STERILE SUPPLY PROCESSING TECHNICIAN (45-60-5)
Prerequisite: Program admission
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 receive training
to function as entry-level employees and receive 32 to 40 hours of clinical
hours toward the 400 hours required to be eligible to sit for the
International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management
certification exam.