Participants acquire the job title "Technical Sterilization Assistant" with the Specialist Training Course I

Specialist training course I is a specialist training course in accordance with the guidelines of the German Society for Sterile Supply (DGSV).

The course contents of the framework plan provide the course participants with basic knowledge of microbiology and hospital hygiene as well as the various reprocessing and sterilization procedures, instrument knowledge, information on the organization of sterile supply, legal bases and principles of quality assurance.

Contents

  • Introduction
  • Legal framework relevant to practice
  • Basics of microbiology
  • Occupational health and safety
  • Hygiene
  • Basics of decontamination of medical devices
  • Instrument science
  • Packaging and labeling
  • Basics of sterilization
  • Quality management, validation and documentation
  • Cooperation with other service areas
  • Medical device cycle
  • Repetition and exam preparation
  • Written, practical and oral examination

The course comprises 120 hours of theory.

Prerequisite

The admission requirement for the examination is 150 hours of practical work based on the DGSV e.V. catalog of activities. The following are also required: Proof of practical experience in the reprocessing of medical devices is recommended. Secondary school leaving certificate or comparable school and vocational training. Course language is German and should be understood in spoken and written form.

Information & advice

Franziska Schmitt
Tel. 06221 / 56 34421
Mail:franziska.schmitt@med.uni-heidelberg.de

All at a glance

Seats available

Number of participants
min. 15

Duration/effort:
15 days, from 8.30 - 16.00 hrs + 150 hours of practical work
Date on request

Start
To be announced

Location
AfG Heidelberg

Fee
€ 1250,- incl. examination fee, seminar documents

Date on request