New Zealand Certificate in Sterilising Technology (Level 3)

Summary

The New Zealand Certificate in Sterilising Technology (Level 3) is delivered fully online and will teach you sterilisation procedures in an office-based health service organisation, such as beauty therapy clinics, general medical practices, or tattoo parlours.

With this qualification you will gain skills in the reprocessing of reusable medical devices from decontamination through to sterilising and storage.

When you complete this online sterilising qualification, you’ll know about: the processes used to control infection, diseases, blood born viruses, and infection prevention, reprocessing standards to maintain a safe working environment, control of risks when reprocessing reusable medical devices.

Career Opportunities: This qualification will give you the knowledge to support sterilising practice in an office-based health service organisation. You may also find employment in sterile service departments or be able to undertake further education and training in sterilising technology.