HSPA Fellowship Program
HSPA Fellowship Program
UPDATE: Over the past months, HSPA’s Fellowship Program has undergone a comprehensive review and restructuring based on feedback from our Board of Directors and Fellowship Committee members. The updated requirements now align more closely with those of other professional Fellowship programs, with a strong emphasis on applicants’ contributions to the organization as well as the profession. Not only do these updates better reflect traditional association Fellowship criteria, but they also underscore the distinguished status of this advanced professional designation. The NEW Fellowship applications will be accepted beginning May 2026.
FELLOWSHIP OVERVIEW
FELLOW CENTRAL SERVICE (FCS) DESIGNATION
The FHSPA designation honors distinguished members of the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, service and contributions to HSPA and the Sterile Processing (SP) profession. FHSPA applicants must demonstrate a sustained commitment to HSPA’s mission and values, with notable educational, professional, leadership and service achievements.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
To be eligible for FHSPA status, applicants must complete the application and meet the following minimum requirements:
Membership: Must be an HSPA member in good standing for at least 7 years.
Certification: Must be a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) and hold at least one additional HSPA certification [Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL), Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) or Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER)].
References: Provide two professional references (with name and contact information) from:
- A leader within your organization (C-Suite executive, department director or senior-level administrator)
- A professional peer outside of your organization/facility
Submission of current resumé: Applicant must hold a current role in Sterile Processing or hold a position in an organization directly responsible for enhancing the field of Sterile Processing. The resumé must demonstrate progressive growth within the discipline.
Submission of an essay: Using published studies, literature or personal data and experience, explain how you would address or solve (or have addressed or solved) an SP-related issue or challenge. Note: References or personal study data must be provided to support this essay. Unsupported opinions will not be considered for Fellowship acceptance. Please write at least 750 words and limit to no more than 1,200.
| Applicants will be evaluated according to the following weighted scoring rubric (100% total) | Weight | |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Contributions: | Participation in HSPA and other professional organizations; authorship, presentations, committee participation. | 40% |
| Education & Credentials: | Recognition of academic achievement; degrees and professional certifications. Applicants with post-secondary degrees may receive higher scoring consideration; however, a degree is not required for Fellowship eligibility. | 25% |
| Leadership & Service: | Demonstrated leadership in the workplace, demonstrated results from improvement projects (quality, cost savings, workflow efficiency, safety outcomes, error reduction); teaching contributions and development of training materials, policies and educational content. Mentorship activities. Ethical representation of HSPA values. | 25% |
| Measurable Impact: | Embodiment of HSPA core values: Communication, education, professionalism, leadership, advocacy, excellence; recognition, awards or measurable improvements or other positive outcomes tied to applicant's work within their facility/organization, community service. | 10% |
APPLICATION FOR FELLOWSHIP
The NEW Fellowship applications will be accepted beginning May 2026.
CURRENT
HSPA FELLOWS
- Jill Berends, BA, CST, CRCST, CHL, CER, CCSVP
- Kenneth Campbell, BS, LSSBB, CRCST, CIS, CHL, CER
- Mark Duro, CRCST, FCS
- Sharon Greene-Golden, CRCST, FCS
- Ebow Holdbrook-Smith, CRCST, CIS, CER, CHL, FCS
- Becki Jenkins, CRCST, CIS, CHL, FCS
- Susan Klacik, ACE, CRCST, CHL, CIS, FCS
- Leslie J. Kronstedt, LPN, BSHCA, CRCST, CIS, CHL
- Natalie Lind, CRCST, CHL, FCS
- Joyce Matthews, CRCST, FCS
- Robert Mood, CRCST, FCS
- Cory Nestman, ACE, CRCST, CHL, FCS
- Delores O’Connell, CRCST, CIS, CER, CHL, FCS
- Mary Olivera, CRCST, CHL, FCS
- Karen Owens, CRCST, CHL, CIS, FCS
- Lori Patterson, CRCST, CHL, CIS, FCS
- Brenda (Jan) Prudent, CRCST, CIS, CER, CHL, FCS
- Cheron Rojo, CRCST, CIS, CER, CHL, FCS
- Jean Sargent, ACE, CHL, CRCST, FCS
- Richard Schule, CRCST, CHL, CHMMC, CIS, FCS
- Mohammed Shareef, DST, BSHS, CRCST, CHL
- Erle Shepard, CRCST, CHL, CHMMC, CIS, FCS
- Ray Taurasi, ACE, CRCST, CHL, FCS
- Anthony Thurmond, CRCST, CIS, CHL, FCS
- Sean Weir, CRCST, CIS, CHL, CER