Sterile Processing
The Anoka Technical College Sterile Processing certificate is a 28-credit program that prepares graduates to work in medical facilities that prepare surgical instruments, supplies and equipment necessary for healthcare. This program includes a broad introduction to health sciences, as well as medical language, communication and computers.
Students study the following:
- Decontamination
- Preparation
- Packaging
- Sterilization
- Sterile Storage
The Sterile Processing certificate is a prerequisite to the Surgical Technology Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree.
Prerequisites
BIOL 1106 Principles of Biology is a prerequisite to BIOL 2100 Anatomy & Physiology I.
Some courses may require appropriate test score or completion of basic math, basic English and/or reading courses with a "C" or better.
Program Sequence
| FULL-TIME Sequence |
| FIRST YEAR
|
| Fall Semester |
| Course Number |
Course Title |
Credits |
*BIOL 1106
|
Principles of Biology
|
4
|
| COMP 1002 |
Computer Technologies for Communication |
2
|
| HLTH 1040 |
Medical Terminology |
2
|
PSYC 1406
|
General Psychology
|
4
|
| OR |
|
|
PSYC 1506
|
Lifespan Development
|
4
|
| TOTAL |
|
12
|
| |
| Spring Semester |
BIOL 2100
|
Anatomy & Physiology I
|
4
|
| BIOL 2200 |
Anatomy & Physiology II |
4
|
| SPCH 1200 |
Interpersonal Communications |
3
|
| OR |
|
|
| SPCH 1120 |
Public Speaking |
|
| SURG 1003 |
Sterile Processing |
3
|
| SURG 1005 |
Surgical Microbiology |
2
|
| |
| TOTAL |
|
16
|
|
* BIOL 1106 (4 credits) is a prerequisite course for BIOL 2100
|
Graduation Requirements
All Anoka Technical College students seeking an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree, diploma or certification must meet a grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or higher. Please contact your advisor for any further program graduation requirements.
Accreditation
The Anoka Technical College Surgical Technology program is nationally accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Graduates will take the National Certification Examination for Surgical Technologists.
CAAHEP
1361 Park St
Clearwater, FL 33756
727-210-2350
www.caahep.org
Transfer Opportunities
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Industry Information
The work environment is dynamic and fast-paced. The work is challenging, highly technical, and complex. The performance of this vital department has a major impact on the smooth operation of the many departments to which it provides products and services. Employment opportunities may be within hospitals, outpatient centers, and instrument processing centers.
Wage/Outlook/Advancement
Gainful Employment Report
Faculty
Award
Certificate
Delivery
Days
Start
Fall: August
Spring: January
Contact
Becky Driscoll
763-576-4119
Rita Schutz
763-576-4123
Enrollment Services
763-576-7710