Sterile processing certification · Minnesota

Get CRCST-certified in Minnesota — from home.

Certification becomes mandatory in Minnesota on January 1, 2028. ATS online self-study gets you certified ahead of the deadline — on your own schedule, no local school required.

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The Minnesota requirement. Minnesota enacted a law requiring central service / sterile processing technicians to be certified (CRCST or CSPDT). It takes effect January 1, 2028 — new technicians must certify within two years of hire, and those already working before that date are grandfathered with continuing-education requirements. Source: HSPA — Minnesota signs certification law

No school nearby? You don’t need one.

In-person training is famously scarce here — one of the state’s few central-service programs is described as “the only one of its kind in the 5-state area.” For most Minnesotans, getting certified means studying online.

Why it’s worth it in Minnesota

With the 2028 mandate approaching, Minnesota hospitals are increasingly hiring certified technicians now — getting your CRCST early puts you ahead of the requirement.

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Sterile processing in Minnesota

Does Minnesota require sterile processing certification?
Minnesota enacted a law requiring central service / sterile processing technicians to be certified (CRCST or CSPDT). It takes effect January 1, 2028 — new technicians must certify within two years of hire, and those already working before that date are grandfathered with continuing-education requirements.
Can I get certified in Minnesota online?
Yes. Our online self-study program lets you prepare for the CRCST entirely online, on your own schedule, from anywhere in Minnesota — no commute, no waiting for a cohort.
What certification do I need?
Minnesota recognizes the CRCST (HSPA) or CSPDT (CBSPD). ATS self-study prepares you for the CRCST on the HSPA 9th Edition. ATS is an independent provider and is not affiliated with HSPA.
How fast can I start?
Immediately — self-study is instant-access. Enroll and your full course library unlocks right away.
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