Central Sterile Processing Technician

About This Course
Learn how to clean, sterilize, and manage surgical instruments and medical equipment used in hospitals and clinics. This program covers setting up equipment for procedures, preventing infection, and handling inventory, including ordering and maintaining supplies.

Clinicals
Students will gain classroom instruction and hands-on clinical experience in a sterile processing department, with schedules based on clinical site availability. Please note: Clinical site placements are based on the North Shore (MA) service area.

Certifications
After completing the program, students are eligible to take the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) certification exam at a local Prometric Testing Center (exam fee not included).

Students must complete 400 hours of on-the-job experience within 6 months of employment to be fully certified.

Costs
The required textbook, workbook and flashcards are included in the cost of the course. Exams are not included in the cost of the program.

Payment plans available. Important: to register with a payment plan, select your course start date and click that link for full details and to make the down payment. Remain on this page to pay in full.

--Payment plan for course beginning November 10, Remote

Entry and Healthcare Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Accuplacer Placement Exam meeting the minimum Math and Reading scores, if you do not have prior college credits
• CORI background check
• Proof of immunizations, a negative TB test, a COVID-19 vaccine with a booster, or a drug screening may be required for certain healthcare classes
• You will receive an email from jmccloud@northshore.edu before the first class, containing the student healthcare packet. This packet must be reviewed, electronically signed, and submitted prior to the start of class

Additional Questions?
978-236-1200 or professional@northshore.edu

TEAS Test Preparation for Health Programs: Math Prep

About This Course
Prepare for the TEAS exam with a focused review of essential math skills. This course covers whole numbers, fractions and decimals, percentages, ratios and proportions, metric conversions, and basic algebraic equations. Designed for students entering health programs, the course helps strengthen problem-solving skills and build confidence. Instruction may be adjusted based on class time, student needs, and areas of interest to support success on test day. 

Required Materials
Please purchase the required text from the retailer of your choice. Below are links to two potential retailers. These texts are the same so please purchase one copy from your preferred (or another) retailer.

• ATI TEAS Study Guide 2026-2027 from ATI or from Amazon

Thanksgiving Arrangement About This Course Dress up your Thanksgiving table with a festive design with the abundance of nature's seasonal blooms. Cost Fresh flowers are included. Required Materials Please bring scissors, knife, ribbon and wire cutters to class.

Recovery Coach Training: Additional 30 Hours for CARC Certification

About This Course
Recovery Coach Academy provides 30 of the 60 educational hours required for Massachusetts Certified Addiction Recovery Coach (CARC) certification. This course offers a comprehensive overview of addiction science, the effects of commonly misused substances, and the impact of addiction on mental, physical, and overall health. Required CARC topics covered include Addiction 101, Mental Health, Motivational Interviewing, Cultural Competency, and Ethical Responsibilities.

Required Materials
Course materials are included.

Course Dates

• Wednesday, December 2
• Thursday, December 3
• Wednesday, December 9
• Thursday, December 10

Holiday Boxwood Trees About This Course These beautiful trees are a standard for the holiday decor. They are a featured centerpiece for the month of December and beyond. These will be individualized to complement to your home decor. Care, handling and floral and winter green choices are discussed. Cost Fresh flowers are included. Required Materials Please bring scissors, knife, ribbon and wire cutters to class.

Bookeeping & Payroll Manager: ed2go GES2050 Master QuickBooks Online to prepare for an entry-level position as a full-charge bookkeeper. Learn to balance books, track finances, and administer pay for small businesses. Learn how to utilize QuickBooks Online for everyday bookkeeping; general ledger, chart of accts, inventory mgt. Then learn principles of payroll management; classifying workers, calculating overtime pay, and overseeing payroll functions, and year end forms. Once you complete this course, you will understand how to get your finances in order and be prepared for the QuickBooks Certified User Exam. You will also be ready to pass the Fundamental Payroll Certification exam, developed by the American Payroll Association.

Medical Billing and Coding Medical Billing and Coding Medical Billers and Coders are in high demand! Learn medical billing and coding and career paths while preparing for one of the three MBC certifications-CBCS, CCA, or CPC. Study medical terminology, structures and functions of the human body, disorders and medical procedures common to each body system. Legal, ethical, and regulatory concepts, HIPPA compliance and third-party guidelines for filing insurance claims. You will receive hands-on practical experience in medical billing and coding, and an externship starter kit, medical terminology, and the structures and functions of the human body. Upon completion choose which MBC exam voucher that best aligns with your interests and career goals.

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