RCSJ's Central Service Technician program teaches the student the principles and methods of infection control.

  • Academic Division: Career & Technical Education
  • Program Type: Career Training Certificate
  • Campus: Gloucester
  • Career Interest: Biology & Medicine
  • Time Commitment: 6-9 months
  • CIP Code 51.1012

Program Learning

Central Service Technicians are crucial members of the medical field and usually work in clinics, hospitals, doctors' offices and other settings that use medical equipment. They're responsible for maintaining a sterile environment and preventing patient infection. Our training program will provide you with 140 hours of instruction and a 400-hour externship opportunity.
Upon successful completion, you will be prepared to sit for the Registered Central Service Technician (R.C.S.T.) exam with the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA). You will be eligible for permanent certification after completing 400 hours of experience.

Outcomes

  • Principles of cleaning and processing equipment
  • Methods of sterilization and disinfection
  • Packaging and storage
  • Maintenance of equipment
  • Inventory control
  • Basic surgical instrument identification and more
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How to Register

Enrollment Instructions

1. Visit our enrollment website and select your course with the appropriate start date.
2. Click “Add to Cart.” You will be prompted to create a new student profile.
3. Complete your enrollment by submitting payment for the course.
4. Download and complete the enrollment packet, if applicable, and send to [email protected] or drop off at the Cumberland or Gloucester CTE Office.

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Have Questions?

Funding is available for qualified individuals, and we're here to help you through the process. If you don't qualify, there are other payment options available to get you on your way. Visit our tuition assistance page or email us.

If you are looking to do a payment plan, please contact the CTE Office to arrange. Please note that a 50% deposit will be required to register for the class.

Program eligibility will differ depending on the program. Visit the program page to see more.

RCSJ - Cumberland

3322 College Drive
Vineland, NJ 08360
856-776-2372

RCSJ - Gloucester

1400 Tanyard Road
Sewell, NJ 08080
856-415-2216

For assistance please contact:

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