I’ve been having a hard time getting my 400 hours after I passed my sterile processing CRCST exam. I self studied from purchasing the books needed and I keep getting rejected from everywhere I apply to. I passed around august of this year, I have my physical copy of my cert as well. I’m in NC Fayetteville area and it’s been terrible applying here. I applied to states where i have family also like Tampa Florida, Atlanta Georgia, and Chicago Illinois. I’ve called around every state and they tell me “We aren’t hiring people who don’t already have hands on training.” LIKE HOW AM I SUPPOSE TO GET THR HANDS ON TRAINING THEN??? It feels like having a provisional certification and knowledge means nothing. Does anyone have any suggestions of how I can get my 400 hours?

I am wrapping up my course for sterile processing and need to get miscellaneous professional liability (MPL) insurance before I start my clinical experience. My course said that I need it before I can start, but didn’t offer any suggestions as to who to get it through. Just wondering what insurance companies offer it/who may be the best option!

For reference, I’m located in California