Sterile Processing Technician - How to Get Started
The sterile processing technician course is offered in Winter Term. Any student admitted to MHCC can sign up for reading and writing placement test. You may also take the Reading 90 and Writing 90 courses to fulfill this guideline. Registration for winter term is open in the fall.
Complete the MHCC Application Process
It is easy to get started at MHCC. Simply follow the steps in our new student checklist. These include filling out the admission form, figuring out how to pay for college through programs like the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) or the Oregon Student Aid Application (ORSAA), connecting with our staff to choose classes, and more.
Applied to MHCC? Here's what to do next
After you have been admitted to MHCC, you will need to meet the course registration requirements in reading, writing, and math.
Placement Requirements Needed to Get Started in This Program
| READING | WRITING | MATH |
| Placement into RD115 or completion of RD090 | Placement into WR115 or completion of WR090 | MTH: No Math Needed for Program |
Learn more about college placement testing
Sign up for classes
- AHX20 - Sterile Processing Technician (7 credits total: 6 Lecture, 1 Lab)
Have more questions? Connect with the student services hub
Additional Program Costs
In addition to Mt. Hood Community College tuition and fees, you can expect to pay an additional $100.00 course fee.
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Have questions about the Sterile Processing Technician Program?
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