The CRCST certification program is designed to recognize entry-level and existing technicians who have demonstrated the experience, knowledge and skills necessary to provide competent services as an SP technician

CRCSTs are integral members of the healthcare team who are responsible for decontaminating, inspecting, assembling, disassembling, packaging and sterilizing reusable surgical instruments or devices in a healthcare facility.

While the CRCST program is based on US practice and standards, it is in harmony with international ISO standards and open to all candidates in the US and abroad who meet the eligibility requirements.

Exam offered by Health care sterile processing association(HSPA): The purpose of the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) is to provide Sterile Processing (SP) professionals with educational opportunities, professional development, and certification