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Central Sterile Processing
Join the high-growth field of health care as a central sterile processing technician, with training from Allied Health Institute of Technology. Our experienced and credentialed professional faculty will prepare you for a rewarding career working in a variety of medical settings.
Towson, Maryland · Online & In-Person · CRCST · CER · CIS · CHL
Enrollment & Registration
Courses: CRCST, CER, CIS or CHL
$1,000.00
*Cost includes book and workbook
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The Program
Training consists of a prep course for the international exam that can be completed in three months. Central service technical training is a comprehensive course in central service and sterile processing, designed to prepare infection control, material management, operating room, and central service employees to succeed on the international level.
Central Sterile Processing Technicians decontaminate, inspect, assemble, and sterilize instruments and surgical sets. CSPTs also manage inventory, order supplies, inspect, and retrieve equipment from emergency room, labor and delivery, operating room, and intensive care units.
Certification Programs
Courses We Offer
CRCST
Registered Central Service Technician
The foundational certification for sterile processing professionals. Learn decontamination, inspection, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instruments used in hospitals and surgical centers.
- Decontamination & sterilization techniques
- Surgical instrument identification
- Infection prevention protocols
- Prepares for IAHCSMM CRCST exam
CER
Endoscope Reprocessor
Specialized training in the cleaning, disinfection, and reprocessing of flexible and rigid endoscopes. High-demand credential in GI labs, surgical suites, and outpatient clinics.
- Flexible & rigid endoscope reprocessing
- High-level disinfection standards
- Manufacturer reprocessing guidelines
- Prepares for IAHCSMM CER exam
CIS
Instrument Specialist
Advanced credential for technicians who specialize in surgical instrument management, inspection, and repair. Ideal for those seeking leadership roles in sterile processing departments.
- Advanced instrument inspection & repair
- Loaner instrument management
- Surgical set assembly
- Prepares for IAHCSMM CIS exam
CHL
Healthcare Leader
Designed for experienced sterile processing professionals ready to move into supervisory and management roles. Covers leadership, compliance, budgeting, and department operations.
- Healthcare leadership & management
- Regulatory compliance & accreditation
- Staff training & performance
- Prepares for IAHCSMM CHL exam
Class Locations
Havre De Grace · Bel Air · Towson · Columbia
Allied Health Institute of Technology
Address
100 West Rd Suite 300
Towson, MD 21204
Hours
Monday – Friday: 9am–5pm
Saturday: By appointment
Sunday: Closed