The medical instrument sterilization technology program prepares students for professional careers as technicians employed by hospitals and medical clinics to sterilize and clean medical instruments used in surgical procedures and treatment of patients.

Graduates will be eligible to sit for the examination required to become a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) after successful completion of the certificate program. Students who complete additional coursework and two additional semesters of study earn an associate of technical studies degree with a major in medical instrumentation sterilization technology.

The program is offered through a collaborative effort between Stark State College of Technology and Mercy Medical Center. Three of the four medical instrument sterilization courses are taught at Mercy Medical Center.

Requirements for admission into the program:

• complete the College admissions process
• submit a health program application to Registration Office
• college and high school transcripts provided and evaluated
• minimum GPA 2.0 overall preferred
• successful completion of College Mathematics or proficiency

According to various sections of the Ohio Law and Regulations for Certification and Licensure Boards, persons convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor may not be accepted into a health program at Stark State College; may not be able to take the licensure or certification examinations; may be refused acceptance of placement by the clinical/practicum sites; or may have restrictions placed on their ability to practice. For more information, contact the dean of student services and the applicable licensure/certification board.