Transfers ToNot transferableDescriptionThis noncredit course prepares students to become safe and competent Sterile Processing Technicians (SPT) in a variety of healthcare facilities. It covers the disinfection, preparation, processing, storage, and issuing of both sterile and non-sterile supplies and equipment for patient care, the operation of sterilization units, and procedures for monitoring the effectiveness of the sterilization process. The course prepares students for the Sterilization Processing and Distribution Technician Certification Exam for becoming a Central Sterilization Processing and Distribution Technician. Note: This course requires a lab fee. Back to Top | Print-Friendly Page (opens a new window) Facebook this Page (opens a new window) Tweet this Page (opens a new window) Add to Backpack (opens a new window) All catalogs © 2026 El Camino College. Powered by Modern Campus Catalog™ .Usually HeldMon Wed 9:35am–11:00am, Mon Wed 1:00pm–2:25pm 