Diploma in Central Sterile Supply Department (1 YEAR)

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Diploma in Central Sterile Supply Department (1 YEAR)

Course Overview:

  • Course Name: Diploma in Central Sterile Supply Department (CSSD)

  • Duration: 1 Year

  • Eligibility: 10+2 (Science stream preferred, but some institutions accept students from any stream)

  • Mode: Full-time

  • Semesters: No semester system; yearly exam

  • Objective: To train students in sterilization methods, infection control practices, and management of sterile supplies.

📚 1-Year Syllabus (No Semester Breakdown):

Here's a general outline of the subjects and topics covered throughout the year:

1. Introduction to CSSD

  • Role and importance of CSSD in hospitals

  • Basic anatomy and microbiology

  • Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs)

  • Principles of asepsis and sterilization

2. Microbiology & Infection Control

  • Types of microorganisms

  • Pathogens and disease transmission

  • Disinfection and sterilization concepts

  • Infection control protocols

3. Cleaning and Disinfection Procedures

  • Manual and automated cleaning

  • Detergents and disinfectants

  • Ultrasonic cleaning

  • Washer disinfectors

4. Sterilization Techniques

  • Steam sterilization (Autoclave)

  • Ethylene oxide (ETO) sterilization

  • Plasma sterilization

  • Dry heat sterilization

  • Chemical sterilization

5. Instrumentation and Equipment

  • Identification of surgical instruments

  • Handling and care of instruments

  • Packing, wrapping, and labeling techniques

  • Inspection and maintenance

6. Storage and Distribution

  • Sterile storage procedures

  • Inventory control

  • Transport of sterile items

  • Monitoring and documentation

7. Quality Assurance in CSSD

  • Sterility indicators (chemical and biological)

  • Process monitoring

  • Auditing and safety practices

  • Record keeping and reporting

8. Hospital Management Basics (Optional in some programs)

  • Communication skills

  • Basics of hospital operations

  • Ethics and professional conduct

9. Practical Training / Internship

  • Hands-on training in a hospital CSSD unit

  • Use of sterilization equipment

  • Real-time infection control practices

  • Instrument identification and processing

📄 Assessment:

  • Theory Exams

  • Practical Exams

  • Project Report or Logbook

  • Viva Voce

🎓 Career Opportunities:

  • CSSD Technician in hospitals

  • Infection Control Assistant

  • Sterilization Technician in dental or surgical clinics

  • Opportunities in medical device companies

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