Hunter TAFE's sterilisation courses are for people who work or want to work in sterilising services facilities, such as within a hospital, dental or pathology environment.
Enrol in the Certificate III in sterilisation services and benefit from first-rate technology to learn infection control practices, such as ensuring equipment and goods are properly disinfected, sterilised and stored or allocated appropriately. You will gain knowledge about the health care industry, develop senior first aid skills, OH&S practices and teamwork skills.
To achieve this qualification, you must complete clinical training in a sterilising service facility and be able to fulfill first aid competencies. For full details, please check the course entry requirements. Students who successfully complete this sterilisation course can receive credits towards related TAFE qualifications.
Career opportunities leading from the completion of sterilisation courses include working as a sterilising assistant or sterilising aide. With further study, you could go on to other medical professions such as a nurse or gain employment in a medical practice.