CSSP 1010 Central Sterile Supply Processing Technician
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 completing this course will be eligible to apply to take the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM) certification exam.
5 credits
Prerequisite
class='sc-courselink' href='/en/2014-2015-updated/general-catalog/courses/engl-english/1000/engl-1010'>ENGL 1010, class='sc-courselink' href='/en/2014-2015-updated/general-catalog/courses/math-mathematics/1000/math-1012'>MATH 1012 or ALHS 1550, ALHS 1011, ALHS 1040, and ALHS 1090