Sterile Processing Technician Training *FREE*
Monday, January 11, 2027 to Thursday, March 4, 2027
Monday: See schedule below in How to Participate
Tuesday: See schedule below in How to Participate
Wednesday: See schedule below in How to Participate
Thursday: See schedule below in How to Participate
Friday: See schedule below in How to Participate
Saturday: See schedule below in How to Participate
Sunday: NA

Hired’s program is offered in partnership with Saint Paul Community College and includes structured coursework to earn a certificate in sterile processing and on-the-job training.   

Training Benefits

  • Targeted Starting Wage: Guidance on applying for a position following training completion with an average wage of $25/hour.
  • Specialized Career Training: Learn sterile processing techniques, infection prevention, medical terminology, instrument handling, and quality standards through classroom instruction and lab-based learning
  • College Certification: Earn a Sterile Processing Technician certificate from Saint Paul Community College and upon securing new employment complete on-the-job training and Certified Registered Central Services Technician exam for CRCST certification.
  • Job Readiness: Job coaching and career navigation services
  • Wraparound Supports: Participants provided with a laptop, work clothes, fuel, bus cards, and other resource navigation services
How to Participate

Attend an information session before applying to the program. Upcoming Information Sessions:
Tuesday 11/10, and Wednesdays 11/18, 11/25, 12/2, and 12/9 at 9:00AM and 3:00PM
Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88401280736 

Learn more about applying at the information session.

Application Deadline: 12/11
Priority consideration will be given to early applicants

Program Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must be 18+ years of age and MN resident
  • 1+ year of healthcare experience strongly preferred
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Solid reading and communication skills
  • Seeking to Learn and advance into a new role as a Sterile Processing Technician
  • Industry employment is subject to a criminal background check. Inquire for more information.
  • Ability to attend all training sessions

2-week Work Readiness Training Hired, 1015 Glenwood Ave, 3rd Fl, Mpls, MN 55405
9:00AM - 2:00PM: January 11, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 22
Sterile Processing Coursework St. Paul College, 235 Marshall Ave, St. Paul, MN 55102
Saturdays (9:00AM-2:00PM) January 23, 30, February 13, 27 AND Wednesdays (4:00PM - 8:00PM) January 28, February 4, 18, March 4

Outcomes
  • Sterile Processing Technician Certificate from St. Paul College
  • Average starting wage $25/hour
  • Upon securing new employment complete on-the-job training and Certified Registered Central Services Technician exam for CRCST certification.

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Program Costs

No Cost

Must attend every training session:

2-week Work Readiness Training Hired, 1015 Glenwood Ave, 3rd Fl, Mpls, MN 55405
9:00AM - 2:00PM: January 11, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 22
Sterile Processing Coursework St. Paul College, 235 Marshall Ave, St. Paul, MN 55102
Saturdays (9:00AM-2:00PM) January 23, 30, February 13, 27 AND Wednesdays (4:00PM - 8:00PM) January 28, February 4, 18, March 4

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