Professional Development
Surgical Technologist
What does a Surgical Technologist do?
A Surgical Technologist, also called an Operating Room Technician, prepares operating rooms and arranges the proper equipment for surgery. They work alongside doctors during surgery and prepare the patient for their surgery. They have the opportunity to interact with patients pre-surgery, during surgery, and post-surgery.
Where Can You Work?
A surgical technologist most often works in hospitals or hospital systems with operating rooms.
Length
18 Weeks
Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
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Program applicants must meet ONE of the following requirements:
- Associate’s degree, or higher
- Enrolled in college/university-level degree program related to medical field
- Hold current certification in Sterile Processing, or related field.
- Min. two (2) yrs related experience: Surgical technology experience not required, but must be w/in clinical/medical/healthcare environment. Direct patient care experience required.
- Employer Sponsorship: Sponsorship Acknowledgement form signed by prospective employer agreeing to host graduate for post-program surgical cases (scrubs) as full-time/part-time employee, extern, or apprentice – required to attain TS-C certification.
Training Materials Provided
- Expert-led video based training
- eBook: Surgical Technology
- Competency assessments
- National Certification exam fee
Cost
$4,000
Clinical Requirement
A clinical component is required for this program. We will assist students enrolled in this program find a clinical location. If you have any questions about the clinical requirements of this program, please discuss them with your Training Specialist.
Surgical Technologist
Healthcare employment is projected to grow by 13% from 2021 to 2031, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This means that over the next decade there will be nearly 2 million new positions available for those interested in healthcare.
Upon completion of this training, you’ll be able to:
- Maintain the sterilization of operating rooms
- Maintain inventory of medical supplies and equipment
- Assist in the operating room
- Prepare specimens for analysis
Courses - 18 Weeks
- Professionalism in Allied Health
- Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology
- Surgical Technician
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Surgical Technologist Job Possibilities
Operating Room Tech
$33,000 – $58,000
ESTIMATED SALARY
Surgical Technician
$33,000 – $58,000
ESTIMATED SALARY
Certification Information
Upon completion of your training, you’ll be qualified to earn your certification as a Tech in Surgery – Certified (TS-C) by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). After passing the exam and earning your certification, the certification must be renewed each year through continuing education. Clinical requirements include Case Documentation within 2 years of exam pass date, including minimum 125 surgical cases.
This program does not meet state licensing or regulatory requirements for Surgical Technicians in the following states: ID, IL, MA, NV, NY, SC, TN, TX, and VA.
The Tech in Surgery
Certified by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) showcases your knowledge of science and medical topics as well as surgical technical skills and safety regulations.
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Payment Options
Pay in full using any major credit card, PayPal, or Venmo. Select “credit card” as your payment option.
Apply for PayPal Credit and pay zero interest if your balance is paid in full within 6-months. Complete a quick application and you’ll receive a credit decision within seconds.
Program Comparison
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Emerge Education
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Community College
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Program & Tuition Cost
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$4,000 average
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Up to $20,000
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Exam Fees, Books & Materials
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Included
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Up to $750
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Job Ready In
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3–6 months
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24–48 months
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Schedule Flexibility
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On-demand 24/7
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Set class schedule
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Travel Requirements
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None: 100% online
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On-campus classrooms
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Student Support
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Personal Advisors: text, call and email access
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Professors: scheduled office hours
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Career Coaching
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Exam-tailor + soft-skill training to build well-rounded careers
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Exam-based + prerequisites and electives to meet credit
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Content Delivery
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3D animations, immersive environments, interactive activities, game-based learning
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Professor lectures
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Meet Your Training Specialist
Lauren Holubec is your Training Specialist. She is here to help you understand the program, payment options and succeed! Get in touch with Lauren to learn more about the program and how to achieve your career goals. If you are a manager interested in group enrollment, please contact Lauren directly so she can assist you with the enrollment process.
FAQ
You will complete the courses in this program over 18 weeks, making students job-ready in 5 months. The program is flexible, allowing for assignments to be completed anytime, from anywhere, 24/7.
No, these courses do not count for college credit
Yes, our training program is fully online and asynchronous.
