Hospital Sterilization & CSSD Course 2026: Infection Control, Autoclaving, Fees & Jobs
2026-08-31 16:58:00
Hospital-Acquired Infections (HAIs) pose a serious threat to patient safety in healthcare. The Central Sterile Supply Department (CSSD) is the nerve center responsible for sterilizing surgical instruments, linen, and medical devices. Certified Sterilization Technologists ensure zero-infection surgical suites.
Program Details: B.Voc in Hospital Sterilization & Infection Control
- Course Duration: 3 Years (6 Semesters with UGC Multi-Exit options)
- Eligibility Criteria: 10+2 Pass from any recognized educational board
- Annual Tuition Fee: ₹55,000 / Year (Payable in 3 easy term installments)
Core Practical Training Modules
- Autoclaving & Steam Sterilization: High-pressure steam autoclave cycles, biological indicators (spore testing), and Bowie-Dick tests.
- Chemical & Gas Sterilization: Ethylene Oxide (ETO), Hydrogen Peroxide Plasma, and glutaraldehyde disinfection.
- Instrument Packaging & Wrapping: Sterile barrier systems, pouch sealing, and FIFO inventory management.
- Hospital Infection Control & NABH Compliance: Environmental disinfection, cleanroom maintenance, and biomedical waste handling.
Career Opportunities & Salary
- CSSD In-Charge / Supervisor: ₹3.0 Lakh - ₹5.0 Lakh / Year in multispecialty hospitals.
- Infection Control Quality Officer: ₹4.0 Lakh - ₹6.5 Lakh / Year in NABH-accredited hospital chains.
- Surgical Supply Coordinator: Managing sterile logistics across operation theatres and critical care units.
Admissions 2026 at OSPMI Ambala
Apply for 2026 admissions with 3-term installments (₹20,000 + ₹17,500 + ₹17,500). Call 90341-93228 or apply at ospmi.in/apply-online.