CRCST
Assesses central service knowledge for decontamination, preparation and sterilization of reusable medical devices.
Exam overview
- Full name
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician Examination
- Administering organization
- Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)
- Specialty
- Sterile processing
- Exam type
- Certification
- Jurisdiction or availability
- United States
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Preparing for CRCST
Start with Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)’s current exam outline and candidate guide. Confirm the exact exam, version, and jurisdiction before buying preparation.
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