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.
One payment. Instant access. Everything you need to sit for the CRCST.
Self-study walks you through the entire decontamination-to-sterile process — the same real equipment and instruments you'll use on the job.
Real department workflow
Prep & packYour state requires certification but the nearest program is hours away. Get certified from your kitchen table instead.
No fixed class times. Study early mornings, late nights, or weekends — the course moves at your speed.
No waiting for a cohort to fill. Enroll today and your full course library unlocks instantly.
Full CRCST prep, practice tests, AI voice-guided lessons, and the private student community — yours the moment you enroll.
Enroll & start now →Same certification goal, three ways to get there. Here's the honest side-by-side.
| Self-Study$700 → | Virtual$1,850 → | In-Person$2,500 → | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $700 one-time | $1,850 / cohort | $2,500 / cohort |
| Length | Self-paced | 16 weeks | 16 weeks |
| Schedule | Anytime, anywhere | Live weekly Zoom | Weekly classroom (PA / NJ) |
| Curriculum | HSPA 9th Edition | HSPA 9th Edition | HSPA 9th Edition |
| Prepares you for | CRCST exam | CRCST exam | CRCST exam |
| Hands-on lab | — | — | ✓ Real instrument trays |
| SPD department tour | — | — | ✓ |
| Hospital internship path | Available | Available | Strongest path |
| Retake guarantee | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Best for | No school nearby / on a budget | Structure, from home | Hands-on learners near PA/NJ |
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.)
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.
Pay, demand, day-to-day reality, and the honest pros and cons — so you can decide if a sterile processing career actually fits you.
The study rhythm that passes: cover the whole curriculum, quiz continuously, understand the why, and drill full-length timed practice tests.
The CRCST is a doorway, not a ceiling. The full ladder from technician to management, and the specialty credentials that get you there.
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.
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!
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.
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.
Instant access. Self-paced. $700, and you can begin in the next five minutes.