Strl Prsc and Dist ICAPS

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Prerequisite: Admission into Sterile Processing and Distribution program or Admission into the Surgical Technology program or program director consent. ^ This course introduces students to the decontamination, processing, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instrumentation and supplies. Classroom and clinical practice include instruction in aseptic techniques, patient care concepts, theories and practices of sterile processing departments, as well as professionalism and ethical behavior in healthcare. Successful completion offers eligibility to take the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) Provisional Examination as well as the Certification Board of Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician Certification Examination. (1.2) Proficiency: (2E) Pass/No Credit Not Available <a href="https://elgin.edu/surgicaltech"target="_blan k">Surgical Technology Program (SGT) </a> <br><br> <font color="#000088">SPECIAL NOTE: Explore the Surgical Technology Program and come to an </font> <a href="http://elgin.edu/visitecc"target="_blank ">information session </a> <br><br> <font color="#000088">A criminal background check and drug test are required.Sterile Processing and Distribution BVS certificate students take this course spring semester.Surgical Technology AAS program students take this course fall semester. For more information please refer to </font> <a href="https://elgin.edu/surgicaltech"target="_blan k">Surgical Technology Information</a>