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EDUCATOR DEVELOPMENT: WEBINAR SERIES

New for 2026, this webinar series was created to provide an advanced understanding of SP education. It will help guide educators, new and experienced, through SP challenges and provide tools that can be used to develop robust educational programs.

Offered July – December 2026

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2027 CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS

HSPA is currently seeking proposals for the 2027 Conference in Columbus, OH

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CHL UPDATES: LIVE WEBINARS

With the recent updates to the CHL eligibility requirements we understand there may be some questions.

Join us on Tuesday, June 23 or Thursday, July 23, 2026 for a live webinar.

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CHL PILOT EXAMINATION OCTOBER 1-15, 2026

Pilot applications open June 18, 2026

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TOWHALL TUESDAY – JUNE 16, 2026

Tune in for the monthly certification department update 11-11:30 a.m. CT

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MERCY SHIPS SCHOLARSHIP OPEN

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PROCESS THIS PODCAST

Episode 152: The Mercy Ships Experience

Episode 151: New Perspectives on Chemical Exposure Limits in Sterile Processing

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INSTRUMENTAL TO PATIENT CARE

INSTRUMENTAL TO YOU!

Because Sterile Processing (SP) professionals are responsible for cleaning, decontaminating, sterilizing, and distributing medical and surgical instrumentation, they are among the most vital contributors to the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care. For more than 68 years, HSPA has been providing these professionals with the broadest available range of certification and continuing education offerings, along with the unsurpassed support that only a full-service membership organization can bring.

This commitment to advancing SP knowledge, skill sets and professionalism is why nearly 61,000 members and certification holders rely on HSPA to keep them sharp, focused and abreast of the very latest standards, best practices and technological advancements impacting the SP profession.

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Healthmark Introduces New AAMI Level 4 Decontamination Gown Purpose-Built for Sterile Processing Professionals

Industry news

16 June 2026

Healthmark Introduces New AAMI Level 4 Decontamination Gown Purpose-Built for Sterile Processing Professionals

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Healthmark Introduces New AAMI Level 4 Decontamination Gown Purpose-Built for Sterile Processing Professionals Comfort without compromise, protection designed specifically for the realities of sterile processing workflows Fraser, MI – June 12, 2026 — Healthmark, a Getinge company and leader in infection prevention solutions, announced the launch of its new AAMI Level 4 […]

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HSPA Awarded ANSI’s Stephen Crawford Workforce Development and Innovation Medal

Association News

11 June 2026

HSPA Awarded ANSI’s Stephen Crawford Workforce Development and Innovation Medal

HSPA is the proud recipient of ANSI’s 2026 Stephen Crawford Workforce Development and Innovation Medal. This distinction, part of the ANSI Leadership and Service Awards, honors an accredited credentialing body or an individual associated with an accredited certification body that has significantly impacted workforce development in the U.S.  Representatives from HSPA will attend the ANSI […]

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Ace Your Online Job Application (and Avoid Scams)

Industry news

02 June 2026

Ace Your Online Job Application (and Avoid Scams)

Applying for jobs online is now the norm, but clicking “submit” without practicing due diligence can do more harm than good. To stand out from the crowd and protect yourself from scams, you need to know what to include, what to leave out, and how to ensure your personal information remains secure throughout the process. […]

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