Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
This program is designed for those working in or desiring employment in central service. The Central Service Technician is responsible for the procurement of surgical supplies and equipment. Central Service Technicians provide support to all patient care services in healthcare facilities. They are responsible for decontaminating, cleaning, processing, assembling, sterilizing, storing, and distributing the medical devices and supplies needed in patient care, especially during surgery. Students will study theories on disinfection, cleaning and decontamination infection prevention and control; sterilization processes; regulations and standards; safety; inventory management; and professional communication. Upon completion of the program and 400 internship hours, students will be eligible to sit for the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) exam through the International Association of Healthcare Sterile Processing (HSPA). Tuition includes textbooks, background check, drug screen, certification exam, supplies and internship experience.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
16
Hours
200
Entrance Requirements
None
School
Delaware Technical Community College- Wilmington - Non-Credit
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
300 N Orange Street, Wilmington, Delaware
Local WIB
1 - Statewide
Name of Credential
Certified Registered Central Service Technician by HSPA
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Seed+ and possible Scholarship
Refund Policy
For a full refund you must contact the Workforce Development and Community Education office at least 72 hours before the first session. Withdrawals within the first week receive a 75% refund. Refunds are not given for classes that have three or fewer sessions, with the exception of the above 72-hour refund request.
https://www.dtcc.edu/continuing-education/non-credit-policy-guide/financial-processes/
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$205.00 Two books, one text and one workbook.
Testing/Exam Fees
$140.00
In-State Tuition
$2,380.00
Other Fees
$135.00 Background check and drug fees.
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$135.00 Uniforms (Scrub Pro), CPR
Total In-State Program Cost
$2,995.00
