MedTek College Hayward

Graduate 11/2011

Medtek College was really a godsend for me. I was unemployed and finding work was hard at the time. So I decided to take this course in Sterile Processing in September 2011. I passed my test in November 2011 and started working in Jan 2012. I been with my hospital for 3 years now and with the skill set I learned, I plan on becoming a traveler. Maricel will go above and beyond just being an instructor to see you pass the exam. But let's not forget that we too have to do our part before and after the certification.  Nevertheless, if it wasn't for Maricel and Medtek College, I wouldn't be in my current position as a SPD Tech II looking to travel and work of various hospital across the nation.

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UPDATE:  As of July 2018, Lee is now at Lucille Packard Children's Hospital in Palo Alto, continuing successfully with his goal of being a traveler in the Sterile Processing field. 

Gradutate 2012

I took Sterile processing tech career at Medtek College and was part of the Feb 2012 batch and I must say that my experience at this school was the highlight of my career! Thanks to the school for helping me pass the board test in 12 weeks, getting into Kaiser for my externship and helping me through out applying for a job at many places. What I like most was our teacher Ms. Maricel, is that she has this so- positive attitude, never give up style, She motivated me and my classmate everyday, She was persistent in making sure we all applied any job not just Sterile tech but her advice was "apply any job in the hospital especially janitorial, cafeteria or even just volunteer coz all you need is to get in the system then the rest will follow. She never gave up even when I wanted to already, In my batch there were 3 of us that made it and  works now at different hospitals (Stanford, Mills Peninsula and Regional Hospital) by April 2012. I'm employed by Community Regional Med Hospital. I never gotten a chance to write them a review but I saw one today and I felt like people needs to know that this school change my life forever. I'm so sorry to hear that the first review had a bad experience, Can't blame you on that but try to count the positive things and the negative just think of it as a part of any school out there. There are more other schools that are worst where they do not care at all just to get money out of you. You said 3 weeks at Kaiser, we did ours 4 weeks also and I drove everyday Fresno-San Jose. They taught me what I needed and took that with me wherever I applied. I was turn down many times because they want someone with 400+ experienced but I just follow Ms. Maricel advise and now I'm financially stable. This is my advise to anyone out there, do not ever blame the school if your not successful. Its not their fault, We make our own choices. If you really want it do your part! Peace brother!!!!

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PLEASE NOTE: This was a Yelp review in response to a negative review by another student. Despite our best efforts to make sure to perform as we promised, we know that every student's experience will be different.  When we do miss the mark, we take it into account and strive to make it better.  

Graduate 4/2015

I was at a dead end casino job,before a family friend referred me to look into sterile processing. I went on a google search for classes in sterile processing and found Medtek college. The tuition cost was well worth it and Marciel and Frank were great teachers to have while I was there. I’m making good money now and even referred 5 students into sterile processing.

Graduate 4/2017

As a graduate of Medtek College, Attending the class every Saturday was quite helpful for students who are working during weekdays. The school provided us knowledge and skills in a short period of time while keeping us motivated in doing our workbooks and assignments. Before our board exam, our teacher provided us proper tools and guidance to pass the board. They also keep us prepared for our coming externship that help us to be ready... Im glad that the school was supportive in finding us hospital facilties where we can practice our learned skills. Our school admin also followup on what is happening on our externship... 😎

Graduate 10/2014

I graduated at Medtek College in October 2014. .My experience at Medtek as a student was great. After I passed the licensing test I was immediately placed for externship at Kaiser San Jose. After I finished my externship I was hired as a traveler and worked in a Hospital in San Francisco. That was my stepping stone and now I am a full time employee of Kaiser. Dreams do come true!  Medtek College played a big role in my career. Thanks to Frank and the Medtek Staff!

Graduate 4/2015

MedTek gave me the education I needed to pass the board exams on the first try.  Granted you have to study the material and work hard but the class was set up in a way for easy learning.  My only advice if you plan on being a Sterile Processor is that you have some acute care, hospital experience or volunteer work within a hospital setting. The issue with this career is that even with certification, most hospitals will not hire you unless you have 1 year experience. So how do you get experience if they won't hire you?  I suggest you register with an agency such as MGA in hopes that you get lucky in getting hired somewhere.  That or apply to smaller clinics or surgery centers but do not count on getting hired at Kaiser once you get certified as the chances are slim to none unless you have a relative or know someone who can get you in. I graduated in April 2015 and have not worked in this field but I'm not complaining, Genentech is an awesome place!

Graduate 1/2016

I feel very fortunate to be granted with the scholarship here at Medtek College. I am grateful to have been educated, supported and guided by Frank, Moises and Maricel even after I completed the program. My externship in Kaiser was awesome, I did not only gain experience/hands-on but I also gained friends and mentors. My entire experience was life-changing. It takes a lot of prayers, determination, perseverance, humility and hard work. I'm blessed to be working at Kaiser.

Graduate 4/2016

If you want to attend a family oriented program, as well as school oriented; MedTek College Hayward is the place for you!  MedTek Hayward not only provides you with the necessary skills to advance in the health industry, but it also gives you a sense of humility in a humurous type of way. MedTek Hayward challenges their students to thrive not only in school but life.  Graduating from MedTek Hayward, it feels great to know that this program and the people who make it exist and will have your back ever step of the way. After completion of MedTek Hayward, they immediately place their students in externships.  Kaiser Permanente or Washington Hospital, either the two, MedTek Hayward can place you there, not to mention the new contracts that are soon to come!  I enjoy being a part of such a well know organization and with dedication and devotion, you will too.

Graduate 10/2017

A special thanks to Medtek College Hayward for assisting  me with the Sterile Processing Technician Program and also for going the extra mile in helping me get in at the Kaiser externship program. I definitely strongly suggest and recommend this school to anybody who is seeking a career in the field of Sterile Processing Technician.

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UPDATE:  Antonio now works at Kaiser San Jose

Graduate 4/2018

Dedication.
This word sums up the driving force behind Medtek College in Hayward.  Maricel, Frank and Moises runs the school, guiding the students from start to finish, ensuring that the graduates are well trained both in theory and practical or application aspects.
                                                                                                    
Graduates are assigned to hospitals/health facilities to start their externships right away so a continuous flow of training is achieved.

I would like to thank Maricel, Frank and Moises in giving me the right training and exposure.

Bernard B.
Class of April 2018
Externship: Kaiser Permanente

Review posted on 5/29/18

I tried to apply for the scholarship in Medtek College Hayward and luckily I got accepted. Maricel and Frank have been a good instructors to everyone. They make sure that we are learning and keep us updated. Even when you're not in school and you have some questions while studying at home you can still reach out to Frank and willing to help and give you an answer. Maricel will make sure that you'll have an externship at a better hospital. I passed the CBSPD board exam and did my externship. I am now working in UCSF, having more experience and a better opportunity thanks to the help of Medtek Hayward.

Graduate 4/2018

Good teachers and a good class anyone who would want to learn sterile processing technician this is the place to be. Everything you need to know is in this school, friendly environment and the location is very accessible with parking. The class will give you all what needs to know in the test

Medtek has taught me what I need to learn to pass the board exam and what there is to be a Sterile ProcessingTechnician. I took the board exam and passed it on the first try without any worries. The best learning experience!  Good people whom I still have contact with and till this day they are very supportive. Thank you Medtek!!!