STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN
(SPT)
LengthThe program length for day and evening classes may vary based on the number of scheduled hours per week. Holidays, school closings, and internship schedules may cause the program completion dates to vary as well.
9 Months
ScheduleThe standard classroom schedule is provided here. The clinical internship schedule will vary based on the clinical site. Students must follow their assigned internship schedule, not the AIMS Education class schedule, academic calendar, or the observed holidays and breaks.
Monday - Friday
5:30pm to 9:30pm
FSAFederal student aid is available for those who qualify. Students must submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine their eligibility. Please contact our financial aid department to learn more.
YES
Other Financial AssistanceOther financial assistance may be available for this program (scholarships, training grants, payment plans, etc.). Please contact our financial aid department to learn more.
YES
LengthThe program length for day and evening classes may vary based on the number of scheduled hours per week. Holidays, school closings, and internship schedules may cause the program completion dates to vary as well.
9 Months
ScheduleThe standard classroom schedule is provided here. The clinical internship schedule will vary based on the clinical site. Students must follow their assigned internship schedule, not the AIMS Education class schedule, academic calendar, or the observed holidays and breaks.
Monday - Friday
5:30pm to 9:30pm
FSAFederal student aid is available for those who qualify. Students must submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine their eligibility. Please contact our financial aid department to learn more.
YES
Other Financial AssistanceOther financial assistance may be available for this program (scholarships, training grants, payment plans, etc.). Please contact our financial aid department to learn more.
YES
Observation
Students must be able to observe and fully participate in all areas of the curriculum. These observations and practices must be demonstrated in the lab and clinical setting as required by the facility.
Communication
Students must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently with peers, faculty, and staff in various settings. Communication includes speaking, writing, reading, implying, and interpretation of monitoring parameters.
Sensory and Motor Coordination
Students must have motor and sensory abilities to perform laboratory and clinical functions. Sensory and motor require coordination of gross and fine movements, strength, and endurance.
Intellectual and Conceptual
Students must have the ability to absorb and process information required to complete the program. This will include critical thinking, clinical reasoning, troubleshooting, and problem solving.
Qualitative Abilities
Students are expected to be able to reason, measure, calculate, and analyze work processes and monitoring parameters.
Behavioral Attributes
Students are expected to have the capacity to develop respectful and acceptable relationships with peers, faculty, and staff at the clinical sites.
Visit Our Campus
Take the first step in achieving your career goals by visiting the AIMS campus. During your school visit you'll get to meet one-on-one with an admissions specialist. They'll help you choose the right career path and answer any questions you have. You'll also get the chance to tour the AIMS campus, including all of our classrooms, medical labs, and student facilities.
