
Education and Training
Located in Pottstown, PA * Classroom Programs * Self-Study Programs
- CRCST exam preparation
- 18-week courses
- 400-hours of externship training

The next course will run from September 5, 2026, through January 2, 2027. Classes will meet once a week on Saturdays from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM at Pottstown Hospital. The curriculum includes 24 chapters and six tests designed to build a strong foundation in the program material.
The self‑study course is designed for motivated, self‑disciplined learners who need flexibility—working professionals looking to upskill, busy adults balancing family responsibilities, and students who prefer to learn at their own pace.
Courses begin on the first Saturday of every month and run for 18 weeks. Enrollment is ongoing, giving you the freedom to start when it best fits your schedule. The curriculum includes 24 chapters and six tests that build a strong foundation in the program material.
Choosing Lee Provident means investing in a clear, direct pathway into a high‑demand healthcare career. Your tuition provides everything you need to build real skills, gain clinical experience, and step confidently into the sterile processing field.
You receive a streamlined, expertly designed curriculum that covers 24 chapters and six assessments—built to strengthen your knowledge and prepare you for CRCST exam readiness.
Our self‑study format lets you learn on your schedule. With new courses starting the first Saturday of every month and ongoing enrollment, you can begin whenever you’re ready.
Your investment includes a guaranteed externship at one of our clinically affiliated sites—an opportunity many programs do not provide. This hands‑on experience is essential for building confidence and becoming job‑ready. Lee Provident students clinically train at:
You’ll receive a complete externship checklist outlining all required documentation. We guide you through the clearance process so you can start your clinical training fully prepared.
With expert instruction, real clinical hours, and exam preparation, your investment positions you for long‑term success in a stable, growing healthcare field.

Please review the following program requirements:
Bernard Boyd has dedicated more than three decades to advancing peri-operative patient care and sterile processing excellence. He began his professional journey in 1990 after graduating with distinction from the Naval School of Health Sciences, earning his Certificate of Completion in Operating Room Technology.
Bernard served as an Operating Room Technician in the United States Navy until 1992, bringing precision and discipline to surgical environments. He continued his commitment to patient care as a Certified Surgical Technologist through 2000, building a strong clinical foundation in peri-operative services.
In 2000, Bernard transitioned into the field of Sterile Processing—a move that significantly expanded his influence in healthcare operations and patient safety. Over the years, he has held a range of leadership and specialist roles, including OR/SPD Coordinator, SPD Supervisor, SPD Consultant, SPD Educator, and SPD Manager. His diverse experience has positioned him as a trusted expert in both the technical and strategic aspects of sterile processing.
Driven by a passion to elevate industry standards and create meaningful career pathways, Bernard founded Lee Provident Sterile Processing in 2013. Through this organization, he provides comprehensive education, hands-on training, and certification preparation for aspiring sterile processing professionals. Under his leadership, dozens of students have successfully earned certification and launched rewarding careers in healthcare.
Bernard’s academic achievements and professional certifications reflect his commitment to excellence and lifelong learning.
He holds:
Through Lee Provident Sterile Processing and his ongoing professional efforts, Bernard Boyd remains dedicated to strengthening the sterile processing profession, improving patient safety, and empowering the next generation of healthcare technicians.
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