Portland Community College | Portland, Oregon

Apply to Sterile Processing Technician, non-credit certificate

The Sterile Processing Technician Program will be offered again in Fall 2026. Admission is on a first-come, first-served basis, contingent upon successful completion of vaccination documentation, CPR certification, and passing a drug screen and background check. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

How to apply

1. Apply to PCC

   Applying to PCC is free and only takes a few minutes. Complete this step as soon as possible so you can start using PCC resources.
   Apply to PCC
   

   Application timeline

   Program start date	Application period
   September 21, 2026	July 13 to August 28, 2026 or until seats are filled

2. Gather required documentation

   Gather your immunization records and CPR certification early to ensure you meet the requirements before ordering your background check and drug screen on the Castlebranch website. This can be done before the application period begins.

   • CPR certification: Copy of a current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR card. Cards from the American Red Cross are not accepted. If you need an AHA CPR card, please see our course schedules.
   • Immunization records?(submit documentation or immunity titers)
     • Hepatitis B: 3-dose series or positive titer, or provider confirmation of immunity
     • MMR?(Measles, Mumps, Rubella):?2 doses or positive titer
     • Varicella (Chickenpox):?2 doses or positive titer
     • TDAP: Must be within the last 10 years
     • Tuberculosis test: Current-year PPD showing a negative result; if positive, a chest X-ray is required
     • Flu vaccine: Required for the 2026¨C2027 season (August¨CApril 2027). Summer applicants can submit their flu vaccine in August 2026
     • COVID-19 vaccine (optional): Documentation of two doses

3. Complete background check and drug screening

   Order a background check and drug screening by visiting the CastleBranch link below. Read and accept the order instructions, then follow the prompts to create an account with a username and password.

   • CastleBranch orders cannot be placed before July 13, 2026
   • Order Background Check ¨C Compliance Tracker and Drug Test
   • There is a nonrefundable fee of $200 to create a CastleBranch account. This includes the cost of both the background check and drug screen.

4. Submit documents

   • Submit your AHA CPR certification and immunization records from step 2 to your Castlebranch account.
   • Submit a copy of your high school diploma, GED, or college / university degree to entryhealthcareapps@pcc.edu.

After you apply

You must meet all the admission requirements listed above before we register you for the program (students are not able to self-register).?All applicants will receive an update on their application status on August 10. If seats are still available, a second update will be available on August 28.

Questions?

For more information, please contact Bem Hanamoto.