Sterile Processing Technician - How to Get Started
The sterile processing technician program begins during fall term in odd years. Are you starting classes in another term? Don’t worry! There still may be courses you can start taking if you’re starting college in a different term. Please contact the program advisors for details. Any student admitted to MHCC can sign up for classes in the program after reading, writing and math placement requirements have been met. Registration for fall term is open May through September.
Complete the MHCC Application Process
It is easy to get started at MHCC. Simply follow the steps in our new student checklist. These include filling out the admission form, figuring out how to pay for college through programs like the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) or the Oregon Student Aid Application (ORSAA), connecting with our staff to choose classes, and more.
Applied to MHCC? Here's what to do next
After you have been admitted to MHCC, you will need to meet the course registration requirements in reading, writing, and math.
Placement Requirements Needed to Get Started in This Program
| READING | WRITING | MATH |
| Placement into RD115 or completion of RD090 | Placement into WR115 or completion of WR090 | MTH: No Math Needed for Program |
Learn more about college placement testing
Sign up for classes
After completing the placement requirements, you can sign up for classes. First term students should sign up for these classes:
- WR121 - Composition 1 (four credits)
- MTH111 - Precalculus 1: Functions (four credits)
- COMM115 - Introduction to Intercultural Communications (four credits)
Have more questions? Connect with the student services hub
Additional Program Costs
In addition to Mt. Hood Community College tuition and fees, you can expect to pay an additional $200.00 course fee.
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Have questions about the Sterile Processing Technician Program?
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