I’m grateful that I found out about ST while being a Dental assistant. But I wish I went for this instead. Being a DA is low pay with a lot of work, so I left that career….3yrs later and I’m going to self study for ST! Wish me luck! ❤
@sphilentobela8938
Жыл бұрын
I wish you all the best
@nunyabidness5505
Жыл бұрын
I also was learning to be a dental hygienist and started with DA but I realized I hate the field. Now I’m getting certified for CBSPD I’m excited
@angieb6556
10 ай бұрын
good luck i am a current student as well how is it going for you or have you completed?
@4CQueen
5 ай бұрын
Me too.
@flowd7451
5 ай бұрын
ME TOO!! I’m so glad I’m not Aloneeee😭😭🤣
@veronicarobbins7752
Жыл бұрын
If you go to school for this course, after you pass the program. They will place you in a central ( hospital ) for you to have hands on training. The hours that you train will of cause go toward your 400 hours.
@sdanzey6962
5 ай бұрын
Do you get documentation of the hours to submit?
@candybrewer5260
2 ай бұрын
@@sdanzey6962 Any internship or externship will need to give documentation of the hours . Make sure you let them know this up front as well.
@saeemalye6553
7 ай бұрын
It’s easy field to get into. I’m a lab assistant and I’m doing this one as well right now. I’ve always gotten my medical programs paid for.
@belen479
6 ай бұрын
Can you tell me how please ?
@livic5602
3 ай бұрын
That intro took me out😂 I love your video…I’m also originally from New York City so I had to support.
@charlescannon7067
6 ай бұрын
Thanks for reinforcing my decision to embark with any reservations on a New career path, as a Sterile Processing Tech aka Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST)
@whitleywhitley2280
Ай бұрын
Great informational video for this career
@MyCaramel30
2 жыл бұрын
On my first traveling spd assignment, in a small town of Texas and I love it. Yes, there is a shortage and demands of spd travelers. You're right about knowing your craft, decon, assemble tray, scopes, vendors trays, pulling case carts and each method of sterilization. You can't fake spd work, management will call you out on lack of knowledge. Good info.👍🙌
@MyCaramel30
2 жыл бұрын
@Majestic Meno You can if someone can confirm you worked in spd, have 2 years experience. I know of nee hired coworkers lied about how many years they have and got the job with travelers agency.
@MyCaramel30
2 жыл бұрын
@Majestic Meno if you resided in Florida, try to get a job in a hospital spd... they're always hiring for uncertified spd tech, eventually while working in spd you are given a chance to get certification
@tylerjamal4137
2 жыл бұрын
Pulling case carts???? I wrap do decatam and assemble trays is not too bad...
@ruthalexis8800
11 ай бұрын
@@MyCaramel30how you get the certification
@lil.k.i.2_fie749
9 ай бұрын
Can u go to college for it for the highest best career?
@MelaninaGlam
Ай бұрын
Oh God I cant believe I found you. All the informations were so confused in my mind untill now. I gonna purchase the book right now. Thank you very much, God bless you
@ravenjackson354
2 жыл бұрын
I'm young just got a job as a dietary aid I took the job to get my foot in the door at a hospital my God mom gave me her steral processing books she's telling me I can be self taught your video helped alot
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
Good luck we HELP!
@sdanzey6962
5 ай бұрын
Any news?
@rabiajones2458
9 ай бұрын
I'm from New York to and I'm looking at your face like... I know her LOL❤
@geescenery8618
2 жыл бұрын
👋🏾 I just got certified, I’m in the process to start my 400 hours
@charmainmasheck2141
2 жыл бұрын
Hello what did you use to study for the exam
@missdesireindependance5194
2 жыл бұрын
Did you go to a school or self taught?
@mrsnk28.
Жыл бұрын
Hello Gee Scenery, any info that can help? Am about to start the journey
@geescenery8618
Жыл бұрын
@@missdesireindependance5194 I went to school for just 3 months.
@geescenery8618
Жыл бұрын
@@mrsnk28. it’s not for the weak , watch video on KZitem to help prepare you mentally and physically.
@laurenlinton744
2 ай бұрын
Thank you 🙏🏽 -NYC girly here
@dominicperkins1261
2 жыл бұрын
You gave me all the information I needed to get started on a career path thank you some much for that video
@Cheri893
Жыл бұрын
It would be a good idea to shadow someone to make sure this is the right career for you. I've seen a lot of people come and go in this field over the past 20 years. People don't realize what it all entails.
@Nicole_black401
11 ай бұрын
Yes. I’m one, and it entails a lot-especially when you have a shortage in a hospital. I’m actually trying to leave this particular hospital, not getting paid anything but Pennies. Trying to get certified though so I can travel.
@Cocoakisses326
6 ай бұрын
Is it usually a person working alone or will you have help?
@annstasiacruz5448
2 жыл бұрын
Going into it and this helped me a lot 🙏🏾 I love the health field myself
@Lydia-jy1bh
2 жыл бұрын
so glad i came across this and appreciate it i have been struggling with what direction to go in.
@avy8907
Ай бұрын
I am so glad I’m a tech. I’ve been in for almost 3 years. I’m just now looking into how to do the traveling. So informative. Thank you!
@Haden802
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the info. I am looking at doing this as a career change from asphalt.
@areyouserious7668
2 жыл бұрын
I love this video!!!! Im 23 yrs old with no direction in life at the moment. I really wanted to get into this and try it but have been feeling lack of motivation because I don't know anyone who's a tech and I didn't think there was a market right now. I really hope its worth it and I want to make sure if I pursue this I'll always have a job lol in your opinion is it still worth it in 2022?
@quelquun2018
2 жыл бұрын
It is, she’s making money as a traveler.
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
It's good to get in. If there are surgery there will always need SPD. It can come with burnout so be strategic!
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
@@quelquun2018 from $1000 to 3k a week depending on contract
@missdesireindependance5194
2 жыл бұрын
@@AkilahWonders how often are you unemployed between assignments?
@goodComb
Жыл бұрын
I'm gonna put this out there but learning the sterile processing part is a plus in other fields also. I work in the pharmaceutical manufacturing field and we manufacture vaccines or medicine for animals and humans. To do the processing part before we even get to packaging, you have to do a bit of sterilizing to be able to work with the product. So you can definitely take this experience and branch out to other fields if you find that this isn't for you.
@simontoh3103
Жыл бұрын
Nice video. I really appreciate your effort to ease the part for some of us. My question is, which site can u recommend for self-study. I know u did mention the organization where u got certified.
@nickyh6641
Жыл бұрын
The tough part is finding somewhere to get the 400 hours
@veronicarobbins7752
Жыл бұрын
True. Visit or call the hospitals and speak to the manager of Central Processing. An explain what you need.
@kourtney328
2 жыл бұрын
Here in DC it's soo hard to get your hours. It's crazyy!!! I was told that I would be a liability to the company. I will be optimistic and keep trying! Tfs!
@LovelyTee2323
Жыл бұрын
I'm also a DC resident so I know what you mean
@binagee6653
Жыл бұрын
Not sure if you guys still trying to get into this field, but INOVA is hiring, and you don't need to be certified. I just started last week, and I'm not certified. They train you for 6 weeks. Also, if you do want to become certified, they give you free classes on Saturdays once you get hired.
@piscesdrip977
Жыл бұрын
@@binagee6653 I just looked on their website all the jobs I’ve seen said you have to have experience and be certified. Only highschool students they are offering free training
@pissempeketi7720
11 ай бұрын
Hi live in nj
@mrslaharris7128
Жыл бұрын
I ty for explaining this step by step keep posting..ty . 😇😇😇😇😇.
@veganladymyles5855
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for all this great information 🎉🎉🎉and I’m new to the channel
@kianna-keywilliams5114
2 жыл бұрын
Ready to start my journey. I will keep in touch I'm sure I'll have questions
@pedrohernandez4887
2 жыл бұрын
Hey I want to start my journey too
@cheyenneyoung5847
2 жыл бұрын
Great video! I am wanting a career change and I'm interested in learning more about this field. Do you know if hospitals or other facilities would allow someone to shadow or volunteer?
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
Not many. Call the sterile processing department early like 6 am. Talk to management directly.
@Jennily90
2 жыл бұрын
:) Thank you. I Literally just starting looking for this
@24kay52
2 жыл бұрын
Love this 💝
@tagboss8766
Жыл бұрын
I just started online wish me well
@shena2171
5 ай бұрын
Who did you go through online?
@jax9652
Жыл бұрын
Just a question this may be a dumb question. If you are traveling out of state is your license/ registration still valid in the state you are going to travel to like ex Texas certified to travel to let’s say Cali etc.
@simeonokoro3775
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much your lesson. Am inspired. What is the name of the book for I saw many.
@JazzyJ712
2 жыл бұрын
I have the CBSPD certificate and it's about the same. it's a 5 year certificate too. but we have to either have 5 years of CEUs in order to recert.. or retake the test.
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I heard
@lawandab.1572
2 жыл бұрын
First.. thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. I'm looking into getting into this field. I have no experience. So I'm modeling your steps with how you got started. However, do you recommend this field for older people? Is it hard on your back?
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
Hi, this is a field for all ages. I do have to warn you it's a lot of walking and standing depends on the facility. Some have chairs in the department some don't. Decontamination is a major part of the job and it's gets very hot in there especially with all the protective gear you have to Don. The trays should not exceed 25 pounds but that is not always the case. Also you don't need to have any past medical experience it helps but not a requirement. You learn a lot on the job.
@emmaavila8369
2 жыл бұрын
Hey NY yay
@jackief2689
2 жыл бұрын
What state do u live in now and how much u charge to help with test
@KarenWilliams
10 ай бұрын
Im in the process to become certified, the facility that I work doesn't require it, but i want to do travel
@cellestet1417
Жыл бұрын
I got hired as a dental setrile tech and I love it. Do you think this experince would help me get a job as a hospital sterile tech?
@LauraPaules
Жыл бұрын
I work at a candy place and I want to do something that pays more and I have an associates degree as a MOA, and I’m thinking about getting a job at the state capital (takes about 2 hrs to get there) that is looking for 3rd shift for the Sterile Processing Tech. I’m contemplating on what to do.
@LatoyaThornton-wr7ep
5 ай бұрын
A lot of contracts get canceled even cna contracts
@buwemboyusuf5847
5 ай бұрын
Am a nursing assistant personal and need to study this course
@vivianboatemaa5952
2 жыл бұрын
Thank u
@sharonrichey3672
10 ай бұрын
Please help I would love to get back to it
@samanthagalan7349
2 жыл бұрын
Where do you take the test btw? For the website. I wanna do this and I was just curious, would I have to travel somewhere to take it?
@Hopeful-k8x
3 ай бұрын
If i would like to learn from a book what do you recommend which version should i try learning from to get into this field. I've been a CNA for years and i am in need of a new career.
@SexiSurf
6 ай бұрын
Am not getting enough information from this video She talk about the book, yes 🤦♀️ What’s the name of this book 🤦♀️
@MyimpressionL
Жыл бұрын
I LOVE YOU FOR THE GREAT INFO. I AM PLANNING TO START MY CLASSES AND WOULD LIKE TO CONTACT YOU OCCASIONALY FOR ADVISE
@triplechieftv
2 жыл бұрын
I need to know how to register for iahcsmm certification exam,the site and all the information,I live in Nigeria
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
Www.myhspa.org
@Grace_0114
11 ай бұрын
I am also in nyc. took the class in the community college i am preparing for the test the college paid for it… And I still feel i am not ready 😢
@paigeburton8995
8 ай бұрын
How are you doing now with it. I’m really wanting to do this job
@melaniewashington1653
4 ай бұрын
What if you are in school? Do you still have to have 400 hours
@FatgirlMickey
2 жыл бұрын
I just learned about you and I've been watching all your videos I've been binging on them
@cillamarie6298
2 жыл бұрын
Do most people just self study? Is it recommended? I really want to give this a try!
@flowersfam3462
Жыл бұрын
The people I know went to a technical college for central Sterile Supply Processing Technician program then they studied to take their certification exam.
@ShaneSnell-jd8ec
4 ай бұрын
What’s the website?
@emkay7486
2 жыл бұрын
Hello I’m living in New York- are things pretty much the same from when the video was made I am thinking of studying for the test-
@bryanpureza2923
Жыл бұрын
Hi Akila, I was wondering how much does it cost for me to.buy the course online? I just got recently hired to work in VA hospital and I am looking forward to study and sit for the exam. Please send me a link where to go. Thank you. I love your videos. You are awesome. I subscribed.
@veronicarobbins7752
Жыл бұрын
IAHCSMM you will fine all the info you need. I retired form Central. Best of luck. Since you work in a hospital already, just visit the central processing dept.
@moonmoon5636
2 ай бұрын
Hello. I’m also in VA. In Norfolk. I’m self studying while working in Amazon. I’m already looking for any job in hospital to submit the 400hours and take my test. Do you have any advices or recommendations? Thanks
@Wiseladybrittany
Жыл бұрын
Hey my good sis . How your traveling now ?🔥🔥🔥
@carmiekablackmon2328
Жыл бұрын
Hello I want to become a SPD Tech. I have no experience. I am going to get the book but you spoke of a Facebook page for traveling Techs, could you tell me the Facebook page.
@emmaavila8369
2 жыл бұрын
I wonder if a person needs to be vaccinated to do your job?
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
Depends on hospital and state. Most yes you have to, or get exempt.
@autobotdiva9268
2 жыл бұрын
cant even get the hours in this pandemic. they wont even talk to you. this is a mess and $50 year recertification over 5 years like, makes no sense which should be a departmental decision.
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
Ok if it was me, I would call the department at 6am or first thing in the morning to talk to the manager. If not available try seeing if they have a staff educator. Yeah there is a lot of improvement that can be made in this field but COVID is keeping progress at bay.
@autobotdiva9268
2 жыл бұрын
@@AkilahWonders will try. it sure is. my son is almost giving up. he likes this field as he is an introvert. utter shock now each department wants a certification: sleep techs etc. it kinda traps you.
@sarahoforiamanfo9125
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video. I took the course and l am certified but l am not working as a scrub tech. My problem is seeing blood everyday puts me off. Please advise me
@AkilahWonders
Жыл бұрын
Yup bloody job
@itharvlogs5805
2 жыл бұрын
Hi 👋 really very interesting ☺️ I have high school diploma and I want to start taking certification for sterling prossin thecnicten online MedCerts and I m scared to be scam . Please answer me if your school accepted high school diploma . And if you have review of MedCerts . Thank you ☺️
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
Email info@caadiamondhealthtech.com
@jasonjacobs2095
6 ай бұрын
Can you be a ST without certification?
@uryssemathon3550
2 жыл бұрын
Hi! I love your videos can you tutor me.
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
Info@caadiamondhealthtech.com
@mytravelmyworld3964
Жыл бұрын
Hi, I am from Colorado state. I want to become a sterile processing technician. Can you please help me, where will i get sterile processing apprenticeship without school/without certification?
@themediumfamily3213
2 жыл бұрын
since they give housing can you travel with your family?
@gailresources8120
2 жыл бұрын
Not housing. Stipend means Money for housing. Money for meals. So when you have an RV to live in, you pocket that money.
@ebonyadams6358
2 жыл бұрын
No
@tamiajae9465
Жыл бұрын
WoW , Thanks for idea, I'm thinking bout doing it with Penn Foster, how good are they
@jocelyndelacruz291
8 ай бұрын
Penn foster school it is not accredited, I took classes there to go to college and no college accepted.. Penn foster is a joke..
@Quadonda
6 ай бұрын
Me too
@missdesireindependance5194
2 жыл бұрын
Can you work for more than one travel company at a time?
@AkilahWonders
Жыл бұрын
Yup, just not same hospital system
@dijahjones
2 жыл бұрын
Is it hard finding a job in this field?
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
No they are in GREAT need. Sign on bonuses and everything!
@alfrod4472
2 жыл бұрын
What are the 4 agency you was on ?
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
Medical Solutions, Aya, Medpro, Medley
@compota8
2 жыл бұрын
How was the self study? Or you attended a school?
@quelquun2018
2 жыл бұрын
School
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
Self study course with on job training. Yes there are plenty schools. Email me we can talk caa0430@gmail.com
@karrah3477
2 жыл бұрын
I was wondering working at a animal hospital does it count??? I was PA..i did the same thing??? I cleaned the surgery supplies.
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
You can contact HSPA and ask them. They are very responsive!
@abenaakuo4420
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Akilah thanksfor this video. I have a question, I started class to be a sterile technician. I want to know is central sterile a life time career or not and are there other certificates that you can acquire to upgrade yourself and more I'm also a new Yorker what's is the starting pay as sterile processor. Thanks
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
Hi yes it is a life long career as long as there are surgeries. Yes watch my part 2 for other certification, it depends where in NY you are the lowest I got paid with no experience is 17.00 and the highest I seen was 27.00 with 5+ years experience that was in 2017
@abenaakuo4420
2 жыл бұрын
@@AkilahWonders thank you very much but I don't know why CRCST don't get paid that much, and the job is demanding too
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
@@abenaakuo4420 its a problem that is hard to explain its just how valuable training and retention is.
@shannanderson2636
2 жыл бұрын
What's your website please..I need to do my exam but I don't have enough material..can you tutor me?
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
Www.caadiamondhealthtech.com
@monamorris7254
2 жыл бұрын
Are you Jamaican? I hear an accent! I’m a Jamaican
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
Lol no Haitian but grew up around a ton of Jamaican in NYC
@quelquun2018
2 жыл бұрын
@@AkilahWonders I’m Haitian as well 🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹 I’m also around a lot of Jamaicans, I even worked at a Jamaican restaurant. I love curry goat😋🤤
@sunnymoore8823
2 жыл бұрын
Will they pay for you to work internationally or do you have to find work in the states
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
Its an international certification, but rarely you will find jobs. You can always check.
@sunnymoore8823
2 жыл бұрын
@@AkilahWonders Thank you!
@deenawalker622
2 жыл бұрын
Do u still tutor? I just sent my information off
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
I apologize for the delay. I have been super tied up. I will respond this week!
@deenawalker622
2 жыл бұрын
@@AkilahWonders ok ty
@lexthegoddess9927
2 жыл бұрын
just ordered the box set to start studying for the exam, how do i go about getting the 400 hours?
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
Call the hospital in your area now. Call the department early like 6 7am before cases start.
@wynn2812ify
2 жыл бұрын
Where did you order everything?
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
@@wynn2812ify www.myhspa.org
@lydiakyei9373
2 жыл бұрын
Hello Akilah I am just starting my journey. I will be studying on my own and would appreciate it if I can get some advice on how to proceed to succeed. Thanks
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
Hi email info@caadiamondhealthtech.com
@ebrimadem5287
2 жыл бұрын
Please how can I apply and sit for the exams if I am outside US soil. I definitely want to sit for the exams..
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
Email me I will send info caa0430@gmail.com
@fatimazahracharifi4401
2 жыл бұрын
Hi i have a question can i take a certification if i take a book at home and study on it or i have to learn at school near to me
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
You can do either. Self study or school
@jdog804
2 жыл бұрын
hi I have a question and why i keep getting confused. I am taking online courses to become a certified sterile process tech. I need to do 400 hours of hospital sterilization to take the test or I can take the test once i pass all my online exams through my course? thanks.
@selinaasante1565
2 жыл бұрын
You can take the test and you’ll get provisional certificate. You’ll be fully certified after you get your 400 hours
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
You can take the exam get a provisional certification if you don't have the 400 hours. Fully certified if you have the hours.
@naturalbeauty5028
2 жыл бұрын
What online school you attend
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
@@naturalbeauty5028 I attended a hospital hybrid course.
@jdog804
2 жыл бұрын
@@naturalbeauty5028 hello, Ashworth College
@hidfigfig2564
Жыл бұрын
could you share how you approached places to get the 400 hours what sites or where you went in person ?
@blackingingerpurrin
Жыл бұрын
Same here I want to take an online course but they don’t offer externship hours and I don’t want to waste my time
@friendlyreminderbyronni
Жыл бұрын
You’re so adorable I hope I work with beautiful souls like you 🥰❤️❤️❤️❤️
@ShayButtaTV
9 ай бұрын
This was great information. I’m a 33 year old who been in quite a few different careers. I’ve been paying for a program which I am able to complete at my own pace. I had so much confusion prior to watching this video. I’m glad I went and did some research and came across your information. Thank you
@SJJsolomonSJJ
Жыл бұрын
Currently in nursing school and it is EXTREMELY accelerated. Thinking about switching over to this but I don’t know enough about it.
@Ashley-og9ti
7 ай бұрын
Did you end up quitting the nursing program or stayed? Was it just really hard or not for you in some other way?
@michaelax3025
2 ай бұрын
@@Ashley-og9tidon't you hate it when people post stuff like they did and then don't answer people who reply to their original posted comment
@Kermila_3
Жыл бұрын
Hi, would you know if this career would require one to be Covid vaccinated since you are not really working with patients.??
@annstasiacruz5448
2 жыл бұрын
New Yorker 💪🏾‼️ Queens
@jasminerodriguez4434
11 ай бұрын
Hi i am enjoying your video its very informative and helpful. I am interested in pursuing a career in this field. DID you have to pay anything for this program. Is it free.
@washingtonramirez-my3mx
Жыл бұрын
Hello I work spd sterilizing dental instruments with the Navy but I am not certified. I am relocating to NY and I wanted to know the test site to get certified. Thanks in advance.
@juanfigueroa6999
Жыл бұрын
Morning. I’m a currier. I pick up surgical treatment and sets and bring them back to the hub for service. I work out of Ny NYU KIMMLE
@kristiecharles8792
Жыл бұрын
What travel agency do you recommend
@DeanaBean1111
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video! Best real information I have found to point me in the best direction for CRCST/SPT info and learning. Also, knowing that ultimately an "online course" that may cost tons of money is not necessarily the best route to go (as there are a lot of online options out there) is huge. I signed up, purchased the book package 9th addition (fyi) and am on my way. Keep doing what you do!
@scorpio.lover3244
Жыл бұрын
any update? how is it?🥰
@Ashley-og9ti
7 ай бұрын
Tips for the test? Update in general??
@Bunnie.22
Ай бұрын
Thank you!
@nadineallen4954
2 жыл бұрын
I am in Florida do you assist persons in Florida
@tanyarobinson1595
2 жыл бұрын
Hello Akilah. I visit the website is there a specific word I need to type in the search to order the book and study guide? Thank you for any additional information you can provide.
@LatoyaThornton-wr7ep
5 ай бұрын
I know someone started traveling after 2 months
@masemose2311
5 ай бұрын
So whats courses should i take in order to get a job as Sterile worker pls?
@shereekadean5514
2 жыл бұрын
Looking to study on my own which package is the best to get in order to pass the exam
@AkilahWonders
2 жыл бұрын
Www.hspa.org
@madimac1468
8 ай бұрын
Are your clinicals able to be applied to your 400 hours?
@kianna-keywilliams5114
2 жыл бұрын
Amazing video btw
@nonenone355
10 ай бұрын
Where do you get your 400 hours ?? Where do you go at ?
@fungal4623
Жыл бұрын
What if you are not in the us? But you want to it anyway so that you can find a company to hire you in America
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