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HLT37015
Certificate III in Sterilisation Services
Become a Central Sterilisation Services Department (CSSD) Technician, Sterilisation Technician, Instrument Technician
Our nationally recognised Certificate III in Sterilisation Services is an appropriate baseline qualification for people who would like to work in sterilising facilities. It’s also suitable for staff involved in the preparation and sterilisation of reusable medical and surgical equipment or the preparation and sterilisation of textile packs for use in health care facilities.
ALSO AVAILABLE:
Learning Pathways
Upskill yourself with a Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services (HLT47015) on completion of this course using credit transfers.
A MONTHLY PAYMENT PLAN IS AVAILABLE FOR THIS COURSE!
Subject to availability.
Qualification
HLT7015 Certification III in Sterilisation Services
Our courses remain open to all students through flexible fee-for-service options.
Start Date available intakes
Intake 1
Evening Classes 4th Feb 2026
Day Classes 20th Feb 2026
Program Length
6 – 9 months
Campus
2-10 Camberwell Road
Hawthorn East VIC 3123
Australia
Study Mode
Classes are 1 day a week. Some online learning. Clinical placement.
Contact
HLT37015
Certificate III in Sterilisation Services
Course Overview
This training will equip you with the skills and knowledge to ensure you are compliant with the requirements of Australian Standards and provides safe, effective, and efficient sterilising services. Upon completion of the course, you will become a Sterilisation Technician and be thoroughly familiar with the concepts of microbiology, infection control, sterilising theory, and practices.
You will gain an understanding of the principles and practice of sterilisation in a health workplace. You will develop a comprehensive understanding of your role in workplace effectiveness including your ethical, legal and financial responsibilities as an employee.
HLT37015
Certificate III in Sterilisation Services
Course Details
Traineeship
Mayfield Education Inc. supports the traineeship program. Please contact us to find out more about our traineeship option.
Entry Criteria
Applicant must:
- Be 18 years of age or over.
- Attend an online or in-person course information session at Mayfield Education Inc.
- Complete a pre-course assessment, including a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LNND) robot
- Attend a pre-training interview face-to-face at Mayfield Education Inc. or virtually via MS Teams.
- People studying this program will need access to a personal computer device and basic computer skills, including the ability to:
- Create, save and edit Microsoft Office documents (including Word, Excel)- Access and search the Internet.
- Download and save documents from a variety of websites
- Record, save and upload a video using a smart device such as a mobile, laptop, or iPad.
- Upload files and images onto the Learning Management System
- Access Dropbox links.
- Have COVID-19 vaccination history.
- Be able to provide the following checks within the first 8 weeks of the course:
- A current and clear National Police Check
- A current and clear Working with Children Check
- Healthcare category A immunisation record including flu vaccination. These are listed on the Department website
Training Program
To obtain the full HLT37015 – Certificate III in Sterilisation Services qualification, students must satisfactorily complete fourteen (14) units of competency. The course is made up of ten (10) core units and four (4) pre-selected elective units.
Core Units
- CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services.
- CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people.
- HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control.
- HLTSTE001 Clean and disinfect reusable medical devices.
- HLTSTE002 Inspect and pack reusable medical devices.
- HLTSTE003 Sterilise loads.
- HLTSTE004 Manage sterile stock.
- HLTSTE005 Care for reusable medical devices
- HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety.
- HLTWHS005 Conduct manual tasks safely.
Electives
- BSBPEF402 Develop personal work priorities.
- BSBPEF301 Organise Personal work priorities.
- HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- HLTSTE006 Chemically disinfect reusable medical devices.
Delivery
- This course takes six to nine months to complete.
- Study load 15-20 hours per week.
- The course includes both face-to-face and online learning, and 40 hours of work placement.
- Classes run 1 day a week from 9.30 am to 3.30 pm.
Location of Delivery
Mayfield Education
2-10 Camberwell Road, Hawthorn East VIC 3123
Australia
Intake Dates
Intake 4: Evening Classes : Wednesday 4th February 2026
Day Classes : Friday 20th February 2026
Assesment
Students are assessed against specific performance criteria for each unit of study. At Mayfield we have engaging ways of learning and assessment which includes journal writing, case studies, group presentation, assignments, role play, online learning, self-paced learning packages, short answer, and multi-choice questions.
Award
Graduates will receive a nationally recognised certificate and transcript of results showing completion of the full HLT37015 CERTIFICATE III IN STERILISATION SERVICES qualification.
If the full course is not completed, a Statement of Attainment will be issued for any units where competency has been attained.
Pathways
Once you have you completed the Certificate III Sterilisation Services; you can upskill yourself with HLT47015 – Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services.
- Complete a credit transfer application form to receive exemptions.
- The number of units reqiured to complete for Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services will be based on the Credit Transfer exemption outcome.
Fees Statement
Student Course Fee Payable
For Full Fee Paying Students: Total student contribution $4,570
A payment plan is available
For a detailed summary of the Tuition Fee and for the monthly Direct Debit Instalment Payment Plan, contact Mayfield Education Inc. for the Statement of Fees either by email or phone.
Email: studentservices@mayfield.edu.au
Phone: (03) 9882-7644
Note:
- Initial Course Deposit via electronic Transfer: $250
- Direct debit options available
Disclaimer
- The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
- Fees are indicative, may be subject to change of government policy, and this may occur during the course.
- Fee instalment plan is available.
- Please read the refund, cancellation fees information in the student handbook prior to applying for your enrolment / making payment.
Step 1 – View Course Information
Step 2 - Apply Now
To successfully complete the application process, please ensure you have the below requirements:
- You must have a student unique number identifier. If you do not have one, please create one here. This will only take a few minutes.
- You must complete a credit transfer form. Please upload this at the Application documents section and include details of qualification.
- You must complete the LLN Test.
- You must upload copies of your driver’s license (front and back)/ Passport/ Medicare details to verify your identification.
If you have any questions during the enrolment process, please get in contact with us.
| Course Name and Start Date | Applications Open | Applications Close | |
| Certificate III in Sterilisation services Intake 1 2026 | 11/09/2025 | 30/01/2026 | |
| Certificate III in Sterilisation services_Feb 2026 - Evening Intake | 11/09/2025 | 30/01/2026 |