This program is designed to provide the training required to prepare you for Central Service Certification.  It can also be your first step towards a career in the healthcare field. You gain knowledge of national and international standards for decontamination and sterilization. You study the principles of microbiology with emphasis on decontamination, disinfection and sterilization, with an overview of medical terminology, fundamentals of human anatomy, proper care and handling of surgical instrumentation, basic surgical instrument identification, inventory control, distribution, purchasing, and healthcare trends. An internship at a local hospital is included in the program.