CSP 1014 - Intro to CSP
Clock Hours: 180
Industry Certifications Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) or
Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)
Course Description: An introduction to principles, techniques and issues in the surgical and central service environment. Topics include patient care concepts, equipment and instrumentation, job responsibilities, sterile technique, professional management and self-management.
Student Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate mastery of basic computer competencies.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the structure and function of an operating suite.
- Demonstrate proper operating room attire.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the proper identification, naming and
function of common operating room instrumentation
- Demonstrate knowledge of the function and safe operation of sterile and unsterile equipment used routinely in the operating room.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the proper procedure and precautions for positioning and preparing the patient for surgery.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the legal and ethical doctrines and concepts as they apply to perioperative care of the patient.
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