Tunxis Continuing Education Healthcare Careers Programs

Program Description

Certified Sterile Processing Technicians (CSPT) are responsible for the sanitation and packaging of surgical instruments in hospitals, doctors’ offices, surgical centers and clinics. They organize and assemble routine and specialty instrument trays and sterilized supplies; operate and maintain sterilization equipment including sterilizers, aerators and washers; and maintain records and inventory. Technicians must be able to stand on their feet for prolonged periods of time; be able to multitask; and may be required to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.

Tunxis Community College • 271 Scott Swamp Road, Farmington, CT 06032 • 860.773.1450

Certified Sterile Processing Technician

This 15-week program covers anatomy and physiology; microbiology and infection control; decontamination and sterilization processing; and how to handle, care for, and identify surgical instruments. A passing grade of 70 or higher and 80% class attendance is necessary for successful completion of the course. The student is then eligible to take the Certification Exam through the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution, Inc. (CBSPD). Certification is mandatory for employment.

Admissions Requirements

• Register in the Continuing Education Office in the 700 Building and submit an Abilities form.

• Must be 18 years old with a HS diploma or GED.

Please be advised that if you have been convicted of a felony, you may not be eligible for clinical experiences, internships, externships or certifications associated with certain allied health courses or programs. Those with previous convictions may also find it difficult to secure employment within a health care setting.

Rev. 11/18

Certified Sterile Processing Technician Program

Time Commitment

This 15-week course meets for 60 hours, 4 hours on Thursday evenings. An optional 20-hour internship experience at St. Francis Hospital & Medical Center in Hartford is recommended. Offered in the spring and fall.

Payment and Other Important Information

Total cost for the CSPT program is $1,604 (price is subject to change).

• Total cost includes tuition, administrative fee, textbook, Essential Job Skills & Career Development course and CBSPD national exam fee.

• Optional Internship (20 hours) fee: $279 or $449 depending on the site chosen by the student. Open to present and past CSPT students.

• Students meet with the Allied Health Coordinator to select dates for internship.

• WIOA & CT SNAP approved. Payment plan available.

• SNAP scholarships available for qualified applicants, call Shaina Hamel for details 860.773.1454.

The Essential Job Skills & Career Development course is required to receive a certificate of completion for the CSPT program. This course is offered at various times each semester. Medical Terminology (available online: ed2go.com/tunxis) is suggested but not required.

Rev. 11/18

Academic Success CenterThe following free services are available to Tunxis students on an individual and/or group basis.

• Student Accessibility Services - 860.773.1526 Students with documented disabilities may be eligible to receive certain academic adjustments. • Learning Strategies Workshops • Study Skills

Employment Outlook

Certified Sterile Processing Technicians earn a median annual wage of $35,709 according to salary.com. This profession is expected to grow at a faster than average rate through 2026.

For more information or to register, contact:Continuing Education and Workforce Development 860.773.1448 or tx-continuing-ed@tunxis.eduor Cheryl Conaty, RN, Allied Health Coordinator, cconaty@tunxis.edu, 860.773.1453

Tunxis Community College • 271 Scott Swamp Road, Farmington, CT 06032 • 860.773.1450

Certified Sterilization Technician

Spring 2019 Schedule

Course Dates: February 7 – May 16, 2019

Days: Thursdays

Time: 5:30-9:00pm

CRN: 1608 1609 SNAP

Room: 6-176

ESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS CLASS: This class is required and is included in your program

tuition. Choose one of the following:

Tuesdays: April 30, May 7, 14, 21

5:30-9:00pm CRN 1780

Fridays: April 12, 26, May 3, 10

9:00am-12:30pm

CRN 1598

Saturdays: April 6, 13, 27, May 4

9:00am-12:30pm

CRN 1599

Cost: $1604

Payment plan available ($25 fee):

$426 initial payment - due at time of registration

Initial payment must be made in person at the college.

Three subsequent payments of $401

Student name (print)________________________________________________

TUNXIS COMMUNITY COLLEGE CERTIFIED STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN PROGRAM

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS The following Essential Functions are expected of all students with or without academic adjustments. Students must be able to fulfill the essential functions of the job. Students with disabilities may be eligible for academic adjustments. Students must have the following abilities:

Proficiency in the use of the English language and must possess effective oral and written skills in order to accurately transmit appropriate information to faculty, colleagues, and other healthcare workers.

Interpersonal skills such that you are capable of interacting with individuals from a variety of social, economic and ethical backgrounds.

Adequate senses – hearing, vision, smell and touch.

Present a professional appearance, maintain personal health and be emotionally stable.

Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to

understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at

inappropriate times.

Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.

Information Ordering — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to

a specific rule or set of rules.

Finger Dexterity — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both

hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.

Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your

two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.

Trunk Strength — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body

repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.

Static Strength — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.

Visualization — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts

are moved or rearranged.

I have read and understand the information above.

________________________________________________ ______________________

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271 Scott Swamp Road Farmington, CT 06032 Phone: 860-773-1450 Fax: 860-606-9732 tx-continuing-ed@tunxis.edu

Continuing Education Non-Credit Registration Form

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Address: (Street) (City) (State) (Zip)

Email Address:

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Withdrawal/Refunds: Refunds may be obtained if your written withdrawal is submitted to the Continuing Education & Workforce Development Office three business days prior to the first meeting of class. Refunds generally take 2-4 weeks to process. There are no refunds once a class has started or for fees labeled “non-refundable”.

Course Cancellations: Low enrollment may result in a course cancellation. Students may accept a refund or transfer the tuition to another course in the same semester. In the event of inclement weather, please check the Weather Line at 860-773-1301 or our website: tunxis.edu.

Student Conduct:Students are expected to behave according to the socially accepted standards of the College community. Each student is expected to uphold ethical standards in academic performance. Failure to comply with the College’s guidelines for conduct, as directed by the Board of Regents for Higher Education Policy, may be grounds for dismissal.

Parking Policy: To avoid having to pay a parking fine, please park in student-designated parking lots on the right as you enter campus. Do not park in areas reserved for faculty and staff.

Tunxis@Bristol is located at: 430 North Main St, Bristol, CT 06010