Sterile Processing and Distribution BVS
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 5
Last Re-Certification Date: 6/10/2026
Program Description
This program provides supervised laboratory and clinical practice in sterile processing and distribution. Emphasis is placed on the application of sterile processing principles through hands-on performance of decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization monitoring, documentation, storage, and distribution activities. Professional conduct, safety, and effective communication are reinforced throughout the experience. Successful completion prepares students for national certification examinations offered by the HSPA and CBSPD.
Established in 2019
CIP: 51-1012 Sterile Processing Technology/Technician.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
Elgin Comm. College District #509
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Support Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
Education Information
Community College Certificate of Completion
16 Weeks ( 147.00 Hours / 5.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $750.00 |
| Books | $230.00 |
| Fees | $25.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $260.00 |
| Total Cost | $1,265.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Book prices may vary, please reach out to the bookstore.
Entry Requirements:
- Drug/Alcohol Screening
- HS Diploma/GED
- Physical Exam
- Reading - Grade of C or better in RDG 091 or LTC 099, or satisfaction of other placement criteria
- Other - see college catalog
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Day Classes
Performance Data
Program: Sterile Processing and Distribution BVS
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 5
Last Re-Certification Date: 6/10/2026
Program Description
This program provides supervised laboratory and clinical practice in sterile processing and distribution. Emphasis is placed on the application of sterile processing principles through hands-on performance of decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization monitoring, documentation, storage, and distribution activities. Professional conduct, safety, and effective communication are reinforced throughout the experience. Successful completion prepares students for national certification examinations offered by the HSPA and CBSPD.
Established in 2019
CIP: 51-1012 Sterile Processing Technology/Technician.
Provider Information
Elgin Comm. College District #509
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Support Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
Education Information
Community College Certificate of Completion
16 Weeks ( 147.00 Hours / 5.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $750.00 |
| Books | $230.00 |
| Fees | $25.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $260.00 |
| Total Cost | $1,265.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Book prices may vary, please reach out to the bookstore.
Entry Requirements:
- Drug/Alcohol Screening
- HS Diploma/GED
- Physical Exam
- Reading - Grade of C or better in RDG 091 or LTC 099, or satisfaction of other placement criteria
- Other - see college catalog
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Day Classes