SPT 148 - Sterile Processing Externship

Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 9

Prerequisites/Other Requirements: Admission into the Sterile Processing Program Code 389

English Prerequisites: None

Math Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

Description: This course prepares individuals to function competently in the sterile processing department in hospitals. It builds on the principles and practices taught in SPT 145 and includes discussion of professional workplace skills, resume writing, and interviewing skills, as well as on-the-job training and hands-on practice in a hospital. Successful completion of the course qualifies a student to take the National Certification Examination for Sterile Processing and Distribution.

Department Consent: Department Consent Required

General Education Distribution Category Met: None