B.Voc in Hospital Sterilization is a 3-year undergraduate vocational course designed to train students in the critical field of infection control and sterilization techniques in healthcare settings. The course focuses on developing the technical knowledge and practical skills needed to sterilize surgical tools, hospital linens, and medical equipment using industry-standard procedures. In a time where hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) pose serious threats, skilled sterilization technicians play a vital role in ensuring patient safety. This program is perfect for those who want to serve in the medical field by maintaining hygiene and safety inside operation theatres, ICUs, and surgical wards.
This 3-year program combines classroom instruction with practical hospital training. Students learn about sterilization techniques such as autoclaving, dry heat, chemical sterilization, and advanced disinfection methods. The curriculum includes microbiology, infection control practices, biomedical waste handling, and operating sterilization machines. Students are also taught to track instrument sterilization records, pack surgical kits, and maintain clean and contamination-free environments in various hospital departments. Clinical postings in CSSD (Central Sterile Services Department) give them real-time experience in managing hospital hygiene. Graduates can work as Sterilization Technicians in hospitals, diagnostic labs, dental clinics, or pursue roles in infection control units.
The examination structure includes semester-wise written tests, practical evaluations, internal assessments, and viva voce. Theory exams cover microbiology, sterilization science, infection control, and waste management. In practicals, students demonstrate sterilization procedures, equipment handling, and use of personal protective gear (PPE). Internal marks are awarded for class participation, attendance, practical notebooks, and clinical discipline. Final year students may be asked to submit project work or case-based reports related to sterilization protocols or infection prevention techniques. This holistic assessment ensures students are not only academically sound but also confident in applying sterilization practices in real medical settings.
The syllabus is designed to prepare students for infection prevention and sterile processing responsibilities in hospitals. It includes technical modules, hygiene protocols, and hands-on sterilization training to meet current healthcare standards.
Hospital-Acquired Infections (HAIs)
Biomedical Waste Management
Sterilization Equipment & Procedures
Infection Control – II
CSSD Operations & Documentation
Clinical Posting – Sterile Services
Hospital Cleaning & Surface Disinfection
Advanced Sterilization Techniques (ETO, Plasma, UV)
Use of PPE and Safety Gear
Auditing and Quality Control in Sterilization
Hospital Internship – CSSD & OT
Emergency Cleaning Protocols
Project Work / Case Study
Medico-legal & Ethical Guidelines
Training in Autoclaves, ETO, and Disinfection Units
Exposure to OT and ICU sterilization routines
High job demand in hospitals, labs, dental, and surgical centers
Real-world experience through hospital internships



