Wet Pack Prevention & Sterilization Best Practices (0.5 CE)
Identify the causes of wet packs and learn how to prevent sterilization failures and contamination risks.
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Sterile Processing
Sterile Processing Training for Technicians (Reduce Risk & Stay Compliant)
Master the full lifecycle of surgical instruments—from decontamination to sterilization—with evidence-based CE courses while CerTracker automatically tracks your certifications, competencies, and compliance.
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Sterile Processing Education for Safer Surgical Outcomes
Our no-cost online courses and webinars offer flexible, on-demand training for every member of your Sterile Processing Department. Many courses are approved for continuing education credits by the CBSPD and HSPA, ensuring alignment with recognized professional standards.
- Real-world insights tailored to challenges SPD teams face every day
- Flexible learning options that fit your schedule, on shift or off duty
- CE credits available for many courses to support your certification
- Fresh content added regularly to keep you ahead of industry changes
$9.8B
$9.8B is spent annually treating top healthcare-associated infections, many linked to surgical site infections (SSIs).
3–12 mo
3–12 months is the average time required to train SPD technicians.
13–21.9%
Up to 21.9% of opened surgical instruments go unused highlighting inefficiencies in processing workflows.
Education and Training
Sterile Processing CE Courses for Technicians & Leaders
Surgical Instrument Processing & Accountability (1.0 CE)
Master best practices for decontamination, handling, and accountability across the instrument lifecycle.
Quality Preparation of Surgical Instruments (0.75 CE)
Understand the SPD role in preventing surgical site infections through proper preparation and inspection.
Loaner Instrument Management Best Practices (1.0 CE)
Improve accountability and reduce risk with standardized loaner instrument workflows.
Sterilization Recall Readiness Training (1.0 CE)
Prepare your department to respond effectively to sterilization recalls and ensure patient safety.
Steam Sterilizer Testing & Monitoring (0.5 CE)
Learn the four types of sterilizer testing and how to maintain consistent sterilization performance.
Best Practice Guidance
Improve clinical outcomes with educational posters
Proper PPE for the Sterile Processing Department
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Best Practices for Instrument Transportation
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Best Practices for Point-of-Use Instrument Processing
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Case Studies and Clinical Evidence
Drive evidence-based practices and support a culture of safety
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Explore our sterile processing course library to find training that fits your role and help support safe, efficient surgical care — at no cost to you.
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