Diploma in Central Sterile Supplies Technology — study plan
- Credit hours
- 79
- Levels
- 3
- Courses
- 33
- Degree
- diploma
The Diploma in Central Sterile Supplies Technology study plan at University of Nizwa is an accredited diploma programme spanning about 2 years (3 academic levels), requiring 79 credit hours across 33 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
University Requirements 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL150 | English Language I | 2 |
| ENGL152 | English Language II | 2 |
| COMP101 | Computer Skills | 2 |
| ARAB100 | Arabic Language I | 2 |
| ARC300 | Career Counseling | 1 |
| ARAB101 | Arabic Language Ii | 2 |
| HIST160 | Oman: The Human, State and Islamic Civilization | 3 |
| MNGT100 | Entrepreneurship: Innovation and Creativity | 3 |
College Requirements 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL101 | General Biology | 4 |
| CHEM107 | Fundamentals of Chemistry | 4 |
| HSCR100 | Anatomy and Physiology I Theory | 3 |
| HSCR100L | Anatomy and Physiology I Lab | 1 |
| HSCR101 | Anatomy and Physiology II Theory | 3 |
| HSCR101L | Anatomy and Physiology II Lab | 1 |
| HSCR104L | First Aid and BLS Laboratory | 1 |
School Requirements 45 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DCST100 | Microbiology and Infection Control | 2 |
| DCST101 | Principle of Sterile Processing & surgical instrumentation | 2 |
| DCST102 | Basic Cleaning &Decontamination | 2 |
| DCST103 | Inspection, Assembly and Packaging | 3 |
| DCST104 | Sterilization process | 3 |
| DCST201 | Clinical placement (I) | 2 |
| DCST210 | Environmental health management and patient safety | 3 |
| DCST202 | Disinfection and sterilization technique | 3 |
| DCST203 | Sterile Storage & Distribution | 3 |
| DCST204 | Complex Surgical Instruments (I) | 2 |
| DCST206 | Clinical placement (II) | 2 |
| DCST205 | Inventory Management and Documentation | 2 |
| DCST207 | Complex Surgical Instruments (II) | 2 |
| DCST208 | Quality Assurance in Sterile Processing | 2 |
| DCST211 | Clinical placement (III) | 2 |
| DCST209 | Leadership and management | 1 |
| HSCR495 | DCSST professional Exam | 0 |
| HSCR399 | DCSST Internship | 9 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Diploma in Central Sterile Supplies Technology
How many credit hours is Diploma in Central Sterile Supplies Technology at University of Nizwa?
Diploma in Central Sterile Supplies Technology at University of Nizwa requires completing 79 credit hours to graduate, spread across 33 courses.
How many years is Diploma in Central Sterile Supplies Technology at University of Nizwa?
The study plan for Diploma in Central Sterile Supplies Technology spans about 2 years (3 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Diploma in Central Sterile Supplies Technology award?
Diploma in Central Sterile Supplies Technology at University of Nizwa awards a Diploma degree after completing 79 credit hours.