Central Sterile Processing

Quick Facts
- Pathway: Health Science
- Campus: Trinity River Campus East
Central Sterile Processing is a fast-growing healthcare profession that focuses on cleaning, sterilizing, and preparing medical instruments.
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Our Program
Why Choose Central Sterile Processing?
- Use your attention to detail & accuracy to help keep patients safe by preparing sterile, disinfected healthcare equipment
- Work effectively with both patients & health professionals
- Enter a field with a bright job outlook & professional growth possibilities
Prepare for What You Will Do at Work
- Check, clean & prepare medical equipment for sterilization
- Operate specialized sterilization equipment
- Organize & assemble sterilized supplies
- Keep records of the items you processed & the cleaning procedures you performed
Marketable Skills You Will Learn
- Critical thinking
- Reasoning
- Communication
- Personal and social responsibility
- Teamwork
- Computer literacy
Before You Enroll, Think About:
Texas Veterans Commission (TVC)-approved
You can use your Veterans Administration (VA) educational benefits to pay for this program.
Questions? See VetSuccess on Campus
Selective Admission
Central Sterile Processing is a selective admission program.
After being accepted to TCC, you must meet the selective admission requirements to be eligible to submit a separate application to our Central Sterile Processing Program.
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Certificate
Level 1
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About the Session
Find out everything you need to know about our program: requirements, courses, costs, and more.
Review the presentation slides and contact us if you have any questions: Central Sterile Processing (CSP) Information Session (PPTX) (this file will download automatically).
Questions?
Contact Health Science Career Advising.
How Much Time & Money to Finish?
2026–2027 Academic Year
| Degree or Certificate | Program Title | Semester Credit Hours | Total Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRT1 | Central Sterile Processing | 16 | $1,184 |
Notes:
- Tuition is based on in-state, in-county rates.
- Totals do not include textbooks and other materials.
Continuing Education Programs
Time commitments and fees vary depending on the course.
Earn More Choices & More Money
Transfer to a college or university to continue your studies. Earning a bachelor’s degree opens the door to career and promotion opportunities.
Next steps
- Talk to your advisor about planning for transfer
- Explore transfer schools
Start on Your Pathway!
Contact
TCC Trinity River
Health Science Career Advising
Email TR.HealthCareAdvising@tccd.edu
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TCC Trinity River
Theresa Steele
Program Director
Email theresa.steele@tccd.edu
Shana Martin
Clinical Coordinator
Email shana.martin@tccd.edu
Updated October 02, 2026