Central Service Technician

Course Overview

The Central Service Technician Fundamentals course introduces students to the field of central service and prepares students to identify surgical instruments by category, type, and use. Students will learn the principles and importance of the flow of material along with the environmental control factors affecting the central service department. The student will differentiate between equipment management systems and compare out-sourcing and insourcing. 

The Central Services Technician Capstone course emphasizes the practice of sterilization skills that have been learned in previous courses. Students will focus on high and low sterilization methods. Students will differentiate between the various sterilization methods. Students will learn the protocol for controlling infection and the spread of blood borne pathogens. Additionally, this course will provide students the opportunity to complete practical hours toward the hours required for the completion of the International Association of Healthcare Central Services Material Management Certification Exam.

Ivy Tech Lafayette Dual Credits Available

Industry Certifications

• AHA Basic Life Support (First Aid & CNA)