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Get certified in sterile processing — from anywhere, at your pace.

Our most flexible path. Instant access to every lesson, quiz, and practice test for the CRCST exam. No school nearby? You don’t need one. $700, and you can start in the next five minutes.

Self-study students go on to train at real hospitals
Everything in the box

What you get for $700.

One payment. Instant access. Everything you need to sit for the CRCST.

What you'll master

The full workflow, at your pace.

Self-study walks you through the entire decontamination-to-sterile process — the same real equipment and instruments you'll use on the job.

Inside a steam sterilizer chamber with a load ready to process
Real equipment
Sterilization, explained
A case cart loaded with instrument trays in a sterile processing departmentReal department workflow
A sterilization tray basket organized for prep and packPrep & pack
Built for your situation

Self-study is the right fit if…

There’s no school near you

Your state requires certification but the nearest program is hours away. Get certified from your kitchen table instead.

You work full-time

No fixed class times. Study early mornings, late nights, or weekends — the course moves at your speed.

You want to start now

No waiting for a cohort to fill. Enroll today and your full course library unlocks instantly.

One-time · instant access
$700 self-study

Full CRCST prep, practice tests, AI voice-guided lessons, and the private student community — yours the moment you enroll.

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Certify from any state

No sterile processing classes near you? You don’t need them.

Our online self-study reaches learners nationwide — built for the states where in-person SPD schools are scarce or nonexistent. Minnesota makes certification mandatory in 2028, and many states have few or no local programs at all. Wherever you are, you can get CRCST-ready from home. (Local to Philadelphia or the NJ/PA area? You can also train in person.)

States that require certification

States with few or no local schools

Comparing your options? This is our online self-study. If you’d rather have a set schedule and a live instructor, see the live virtual class — both prep you for the same CRCST exam.

Our students love us

Real people. Real career changes.

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KKenneth Bryant3 months ago

One of the most genuine and respectful instructors I've ever dealt with! Everyone explained everything very easy and thorough while having fun in the process. Great class course.

LLuvletta Talley3 months ago

Amazing class from start to finish! The lessons were clear, hands-on, and very informative. The instructor truly cares about student success. I'm so glad I chose this program — 10/10 highly recommend!

BBrianna Star3 months ago

My experience at Aseptic Technical was very positive. The instructors were helpful and informative, and the program gave me a clear understanding of the purpose behind the tasks we perform in this field. I highly recommend this program to anyone starting their career.

BBruno Avelar3 months ago

Everyone was professional and respectful, and they also expect you to take the course seriously, which I think is a good thing. They provide all the materials you need, so you're never left guessing or feeling unprepared.

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Questions, answered

Self-study FAQ

How fast can I start?
Immediately. Self-study is instant-access — enroll and your full course library, quizzes, and practice tests unlock right away.
What certification does this prepare me for?
The CRCST exam, built on the HSPA 9th Edition curriculum. ATS is an independent training provider and is not affiliated with HSPA.
I don't have a sterile processing school near me. Can I still get certified?
Yes — that's exactly who self-study is for. You complete everything online on your own schedule, from any state.
Does this work for Minnesota's 2028 certification requirement?
Yes. Minnesota requires CRCST or CSPDT certification starting January 1, 2028, and ATS self-study prepares you for the CRCST from anywhere in the state — well ahead of the deadline, with no local school needed.
Is there support, or am I completely on my own?
You get our private Discord community and AI voice-guided lessons. You're self-paced, but never without help.
What if I need to retake the course?
Every ATS program includes our free course-retake guarantee.
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Start your certification today.

Instant access. Self-paced. $700, and you can begin in the next five minutes.