Sterile Processing

Kilgore College Continuing Education

Prepare for a career as a Sterile Processing Technician with training in the procedures and safety practices involved in decontamination, sterilization and the proper handling of medical and surgical equipment.

Spring I — 2027 January 11 – March 5, 2027 Mandatory Orientation: January 5, 2027, at 10 a.m.

Spring II — 2027 March 22 – May 28, 2027 Mandatory Orientation: March 16, 2027, at 10 a.m.

8 Maximum Students Per Class

$900 Course Tuition

Exam Certification Exam Included

Limited Enrollment: Registration is first-come, first-served. Students must submit a complete registration packet to be considered for enrollment. Contact the program office for the applicable registration deadline.

Class Dates & Schedule

Spring I — 2027 Jan. 11 – March 5, 2027 Orientation: Jan. 5, 2027, at 10 a.m.

Spring II — 2027 March 22 – May 28, 2027 Orientation: March 16, 2027, at 10 a.m.

Weekly Class Schedule

Thursdays On-campus instruction, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Tuesdays & Wednesdays Clinical training beginning in Week 4. Clinical assignments and hours vary.

Course Format In-person classroom instruction and required clinical training.

Orientation Mandatory attendance. Students receive course information, can ask questions, and have their clinical ID photo taken.

Scheduling note: The packet's main class details list Thursday hours of 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; its calendars show 9 a.m. to noon. Students should confirm Thursday hours with the program office.

Registration Process & Required Documents

The Sterile Processing program accepts a maximum of eight students per class. Complete registration packets are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.

Complete the Required Forms

WDCE Course Registration Form
Sterile Processing Registration Checklist
Kilgore College Financial Responsibility Agreement

Provide Identification & Education Records

Copy of driver's license
High school diploma, transcript or GED

Provide Required Health Records

MMR immunization or titer documentation
Varicella immunization or titer documentation
Hepatitis B immunization or titer documentation
Tdap within 10 years
Influenza vaccination, required before clinicals during October–May
Negative TB skin test within one year of the class start date

Complete Required Screenings

Clear background check within six months
Negative drug test within 60 days
Bring the DATCS authorization forms included in the registration packet to the testing facility

Where to Submit Documents

Send clear, legible copies of all required documents as one complete packet to:

SHSCE@kilgore.edu

Documents may also be delivered in person to:

Torrence Health Sciences Education Center
Offices 106 and 109C
1610 S. Henderson Blvd.
Kilgore, TX 75662

Important: Do not submit an incomplete packet. Students are not officially registered until all required documents have been received and registration has been completed.

Drug & Background Screening

Drug Test $20

Background Check $30

Total Student Cost $50

Testing Location

Drug & Alcohol Testing Compliance Services (DATCS)

4000 U.S. Highway 259 North
Longview, TX 75605

Students must bring the DATCS authorization forms included in their registration packet.

Screening Requirements: Results are sent directly to Kilgore College. A positive drug screening automatically disqualifies a student from the program. Background findings that do not meet clinical-site eligibility standards may prevent participation because clinical placement is required.

Tuition, Textbooks & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

$900

The certification exam is included with course tuition.

For students paying out of pocket, tuition is due within three business days after all required documents have been approved.

Students planning to use grants should notify the program office.

Required Textbooks

Central Service Technical Manual, 9th Edition ISBN: 979-8350705218 $116.99

Central Service Technical Workbook, 9th Edition ISBN: 979-8350707038 $79.99

Purchase textbooks from the Kilgore College bookstore on the Kilgore campus.

TPEG & TEOG Grant Information

Complete the current-year FAFSA at StudentAid.gov .
Contact Amber Paredes within three days of completing the FAFSA.
Email: aparedes@kilgore.edu

Phone: (903) 983-8217
Complete the Texas Aid Programs Statement of Student Eligibility before grant review.

Do not pay tuition or buy textbooks until you receive a "Registration Complete" email from Kilgore College.

Required Supplies & Class Location

Required Supplies

Navy blue scrubs, without prints
Required textbook and workbook
Notebook
Pens and pencils
Black Sharpie marker
Index cards for notes

Class Location

Kenneth Whitten Applied Technology Center

Building 27, Room 208
1410 US-259 BUS
Kilgore, TX 75662

Clinical training takes place at assigned clinical facilities.