New Zealand Diploma in Sterilising Technology (Level 5)
Allied Health
A course by
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
Advance your career as a sterilising technician and gain the skills to take on leadership roles supervising and managing sterilisation units in healthcare. Study online and flexibly while developing key quality management, research, and operational team leadership abilities.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
Online
It will take a total of 2 years
Core skills this course teaches
Lead and manage operational sterilisation units
Graduates will be able to lead teams and manage the operational requirements of sterilisation units within healthcare organisations.
Develop and implement quality management processes
Learn to design and apply quality management systems for the safe, patient-centred operation of sterilising departments.
Apply research and critical thinking for service improvement
Utilise research and critical thinking skills to drive continuous improvement in reprocessing services.
What You're Signing Up For
The New Zealand Diploma in Sterilising Technology (Level 5) is designed for current sterilising technicians seeking to progress into team leadership and management roles. The diploma covers quality management, continuous improvement, validation, monitoring, and evidence-based practice for sterilisation services. Learners develop operational, analytical, and management skills to ensure safe, patient-centred healthcare reprocessing services in health service organisations. This 120-credit programme is fully online and offers both full-time and part-time study options.
Course Content
- Quality Management Systems for Reprocessing Facilities
- Continuous Improvement of Reprocessing Services
- Validation for the Sterilisation Reprocessing Cycle
- Monitoring for the Reprocessing Cycle
- Leadership Skills for Sterilisation Management
- Evidence Based Practice for the Sterile Sciences
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 2 with passes in English or Te Reo Māori, or an equivalent qualification including a minimum of 42 Level 3 credits
Completion of New Zealand Certificate in Sterilising Technology (Level 4), or equivalent
Access to appropriate internet and a workplace/setting to complete required practical learning (via employment or arranged work experience)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Healthcare
Sterilisation Services
Future employment opportunities might be
Leadership/senior roles within a sterilisation unit
Known for hands-on, industry-aligned education, Toi Ohomai focuses on giving learners real skills that lead to real outcomes. With strong employer connections, supportive teaching, and clear pathways across certificates, diplomas, and degrees, it’s a place where learning stays relevant and confidence grows over time. Programmes span trades, construction, business, health, creative industries, technology, and primary industries, helping learners build experience and momentum for whatever comes next.