
Microcredential in
Sterile Processing Techniques
This course is eligible for financial aid for qualified students.

Mohawk Valley Community College
Utica, NY 13501
Face to Face
Delivery
2 Semesters
Estimated time to complete
10.7 CEUs
Continuing education units
$2,475.00
Estimated cost*
What you'll learn
Pave your way to becoming a sterile processing technician with this specialized microcredential! Work in hospitals, outpatient surgery centers, and other medical device-related facilities of your choice. Designed to meet New York State's stringent requirements, this comprehensive curriculum equips you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in this vital healthcare role. Not only will you be prepared to pass the rigorous Sterile Processing Technician certification exam from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (formerly IAHCSMM), but successful completion of this microcredential readies you to immediately apply for technician position in hospitals and ambulatory care settings. With a strong emphasis on precision, safety, and adherence to industry standards, this microcredential is your definitive path to a successful and impactful career as a sterile processing technician.
A face to face microcredential from Mohawk Valley Community College (10.7 CEUs). Registration is completed with Mohawk Valley Community College. Eligible for financial aid.
Prerequisites: High school diploma or equivalent
Who can enroll
Ages 18 and up.
Upcoming sections
Section 1:
Open
Section 2:
Open
Section 3:
Open
What you can earn
Sterile Processing Techniques Microcredential (Digital Badge)
Prepares for an industry certification exam (Industry-Recognized Credential)
Skills covered
Surgical Instrumentation Identification
Instrument Function and Grades
Instrument Handling and Usage
Suture Material and Needles
Sterile Processing Techniques
Surgery Supply
Surgery Equipment Preparation
Instrument Decontamination and Sterilization
Operating Room Structure
Operating Room Safety
Infection Control
Medical Terminology
Instrument Cleaning and Sterilization
Medical Equipment Handling
Medical Supplies Distribution
Career outlook
Related occupations: Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician, Patient Care Technician
Healthcare support jobs in New York are projected to grow faster than average through 2032.
* Estimated cost
Each campus will confirm final costs.