Basics of SPD Textbook covers the foundations of the SPD profession, with easy to ready text. Each chapter builds upon the next, so all of the material relates. The Basics of SPD Workbook reinforces the readings in the textbook.

Roles and responsibilities -- Anatomy and physiology -- Microbiology -- Infection prevention -- Decontamination -- Disinfection processes -- Processing patient care equipment -- Preparation and packing of instruments and devices -- Surgical instruments and specialty devices -- Sterilization -- Sterile storage and distribution.