Sterile Processing Tech Schools in Watertown, SD

Updated January 10, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare sterile processing tech programs in Watertown, South Dakota. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. City population is roughly 21,788 (estimate; varies by source and year). Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Sterile Processing Tech Schools Near Watertown, SD

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Black Hills State University

Spearfish, SD In-state option
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $9,000
  • Out-of-state tuition: $12,100
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Source: IPEDS College Scorecard ACCSC

#8

Avera McKennan Hospital School of Radiologic Technology

Sioux Falls, SD In-state option
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Source: IPEDS College Scorecard ACCSC

South Dakota Sterile Processing Tech Salary Snapshot

South Dakota
South Dakota Median Pay $39,120 $18.81 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $46,490 $22.35 per hour
Data Year: 2024 SOC: 31-9093 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • Schedule options (day/evening/weekend) and expected weekly time commitment
  • Hands-on requirements (labs, shop time, clinicals, externships) and how competencies are evaluated
  • Total cost breakdown (tuition, fees, supplies, exams) in writing
  • Credential outcome (certificate/diploma/associate) and what it’s designed to prepare you for
  • Licensing or certification steps in South Dakota (requirements can vary)

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