Aug 06, 2026  
2025-2026 LCC College Catalog 
  
2025-2026 LCC College Catalog
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STPR 145 - Foundations Sterile Processing


5 Credit Hour(s) / 6.5 Billing Hour(s)
This course introduces students to basic skills needed in the Sterile Processing Department of health care facilities, including processing patient care equipment, supplies, and instruments for use in all departments. Students will also learn the principles and practices of decontamination, cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, and distribution of medical/surgical supplies.

Semesters Offered: Spring
Prerequisite(s): None
Placement Scores: Reading Level 5 and Writing Level 4
Corequisite(s): STPR 148  
Course Note: Students will be charged an additional fee of $50 for ACEMAPP required documentation. Required:

  1. Minimum age of 18 required to enroll in this course.
  2. Completion of Bloodborne Pathogens and HIPAA Training online; information provided at first class session.



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