IMPORTANT INFORMATION - PLEASE READ - WINTER RECESS
Purdue University Online will be closed for the Winter Recess beginning Wednesday, December 24, 2025, until Monday, January 5, 2026. Please plan for your online needs. We encourage you to make sure that you can access your course materials prior to December 23. Limited support will be available during the Winter Recess. If you do have difficulties during this time, please email noncredit@purdue.edu.
Sterile Processing Technical Training
HSPA (Healthcare Sterile Processing Association) is the credentialing association which provides certifications to Central Service and Sterile Processing professionals.
For over 35 years Purdue and HSPA have partnered to provide training to the Central Service/Sterile Processing profession. Together, we have trained thousands throughout the United States and the world to provide safe, evidence based, education in patient care to the profession.
Please note: Courses are preparation for the exam; passing a course does not equate to Certification. Please visit HSPA's Website for more information. To see the certification application, click on [PDF] CRCST application.
Purdue is committed to making its programs accessible to individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation or special assistance for this program due to a disability, please contact us at 765-496-1422 or 1-800-830-0269.
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