Sterile Processing Technicians work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. 

Anoka Technical College's Sterile Processing certificate prepares graduates to work in medical facilities that prepare surgical instruments, supplies and equipment necessary for health care. 

The Sterile Processing certificate is a prerequisite to the Surgical Technology Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree.

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Start a health care career with growth potential

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Hands-on training from industry experts

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High growth rate compared to other careers in Minnesota

Potential Jobs:

  • Sterile Processing Technician
  • Central Processing Technician
  • Central Sterile Supply Technician

Salary Information:
Median Wage: $24.00 per hour
Top Earners: $28.94 per hour

Information provided is for Minnesota. See current data at mn.gov/deed. 

About the Program

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Students can choose to complete this program part-time. Part-time students will take longer to complete their program than students who follow the full-time sequence listed on the official program guide. Because every course may not be offered each semester, it is important for part-time students to reach out to their faculty advisors for help in planning their long-term, part-time course sequence.

If you need help picking out your first semester courses, reach out to your faculty advisor or enrollment services.

Faculty

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Alayna Adams
Alayna.Adams@anokatech.edu
Cathy Bishop
Cathy Bishop
CBishop@anokatech.edu
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Cynthia Farley
Cynthia.Farley@anokatech.edu

Enrollment Services
EnrollmentServices@anokatech.edu
763-576-7710

Current Students

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All BIOL courses must be completed with a grade of B or higher. All other courses required for this program must be completed with a grade of C or higher.

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Start Dates:

Fall semester: August
Spring semester: January

Upcoming Events:

Dec
17
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  10 AM to 11 AM
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Jan
15

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