Sterile Processing Technician Certification Training Online

Sterile Processing Technicians decontaminate, inspect, assemble, and sterilize the surgical instruments and medical devices that hospitals depend on. Demand has grown as outpatient surgery centers expand. This online didactic course prepares you for the CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) exam from HSPA (formerly IAHCSMM).

Sterile Processing Technician Certification Training Online

Sterile Processing Technician Certification Training Online
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
CRCST Exam Preparation
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Unlimited Practice Tests
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About Online Self-Paced

Experience our online self-paced learning option designed for your success.

Course Curriculum

Module 1 1.00 Hour

Introduction to Sterile Processing

Role of the SPT, departmental workflow, and the chain of sterile reprocessing.

Module 2 1.00 Hour

Microbiology for SPT

Bacteria, viruses, fungi, prions, biofilm — relevance to decontamination and sterilization.

Module 3 2.00 Hours

Decontamination

Manual and mechanical cleaning, ultrasonic cleaning, washer-disinfectors, and worker safety.

Module 4 1.00 Hour

Instrument Identification

Recognizing common surgical instruments by name, function, and tray assembly.

Module 5 1.00 Hour

Disinfection

Spaulding classification (critical, semicritical, non-critical), chemical agents, contact times.

Module 6 1.00 Hour

Sterilization — Steam

Steam autoclave principles, cycles, biological indicators, and the Bowie-Dick test.

Module 7 1.00 Hour

Low-Temperature Sterilization

EtO, hydrogen peroxide gas plasma, ozone — when each is used and load requirements.

Module 8 1.00 Hour

Quality Assurance

Tracking systems, sterilization records, recalls, and root-cause analysis of failures.

Module 9 1.00 Hour

CRCST Practice Exam

Full-length practice exams aligned with the HSPA CRCST exam blueprint.

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Professional Healthcare Certification

Upon successful completion of your program and final assessment, you will receive a professional certificate recognized by healthcare employers and facilities nationwide.

Professional Certificate

Your healthcare certification demonstrates your expertise and commitment to professional standards. The certificate includes your name, completion date, credential earned, and can be verified by employers. Digital certificates are available immediately upon completion.

Your Path to Sterile Processing Technician

Complete your training in 4 simple steps

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Instant Access

Choose your package and enroll. Immediate access to all Sterile Processing Technician didactic course materials.

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Complete Modules

Self-Paced Didactic

Work through interactive modules built around the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) exam blueprint. Progress saves automatically.

3

Practice Exams

Lock In Mastery

Take unlimited practice exams. Identify weak areas and reinforce them before sitting for the CRCST certification exam.

4

Sit for the CRCST

Earn Your CRCST

Register for the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification exam with HSPA and earn your credential. We provide registration guidance.

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Meet Our Healthcare Instructors
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Dr. Rebecca Thompson

DNP, RN, CNE

20+ Years

Doctor of Nursing Practice with extensive experience in clinical education and healthcare compliance. Former Director of Nursing Education.

Clinical Skills Compliance
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Maria Rodriguez, MSN

MSN, RN, CPHQ

15+ Years

Healthcare quality specialist with expertise in patient safety, infection control, and regulatory compliance training.

Patient Safety Quality Assurance
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James Chen, MPH

MPH, CHES, CIC

18+ Years

Certified Infection Control specialist with public health background. Expert in epidemiology and healthcare-associated infection prevention.

Infection Control Public Health
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The online self-paced format was perfect for my busy clinical schedule. Great video demonstrations, clear instructions, and the support team was very responsive.

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We trained our entire nursing staff onsite and the experience was excellent. The instructor tailored the content to our facility's protocols and answered all our questions.

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Frequently Asked Questions
The CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) credential is the national standard for Sterile Processing Technicians, administered by HSPA (Healthcare Sterile Processing Association — formerly IAHCSMM). It demonstrates competence in decontamination, sterilization processes, instrument identification, and quality assurance.
The Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) is issued by the HSPA. It is recognized by healthcare employers nationwide as a valid credential demonstrating competence in the Sterile Processing Technician role.
No. Our course is exam-preparation training — it covers the cognitive content you need to pass. The certification exam itself is administered and priced separately by the HSPA. We provide guidance on registering for the exam when you complete the course.
HSPA CRCST eligibility requires 400 hours of practical hands-on experience in sterile processing within five years of passing the certification exam. Our online didactic course covers the cognitive content; the 400 hands-on hours must be earned through a hospital sterile-processing department or externship — NOT included online.
Most students complete the Sterile Processing Technician program in 3 to 5 months. The course is self-paced, so you can finish faster or take longer depending on your schedule.
Yes — some states (notably California, Florida, and Texas) have state-specific scope-of-practice rules or registration requirements for Sterile Processing Technicians. Our national curriculum prepares you for the HSPA exam, but you should confirm any additional state requirements with your state's regulatory body before practicing.

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