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Program Outlines
Surgical Technology Program Info Chart
| Program | Credits | Months |
| Associate and Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology | 65 | 18 |
The associate degree in surgical technology is declared by the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) as the preferred educational model for entry-level practice. – AST Recommended Standards of Practice
Associate and Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology
This surgical technology program is designed to provide students with the skills needed to work effectively as an integral part of a surgical team. The coursework includes anatomy and physiology as well as the principles and protocols of surgical procedures. Graduates are prepared for entry-level careers in hospitals, clinics and other healthcare facilities as Surgical Technologists, Lead Surgical Technologists, Travel Surgical Technologists, Sterile Processing Technicians and Material Managers. Download Program Course Sheet
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ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE & ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY
CIP Codes:
51.0909
Semesters:
5
Tuition Range:
$28,500-$33,300
Number of Graduates in Cohort:
40
Mean Title IV Loan Debt of Graduates:
$21,233
On-time Completion:
40.00%
Available Graduate Employment Rate:
73.30%
SOC:
25-1071; 29-2055
Occupational Title:
Health Specialties Teachers; Postsecondary; Surgical Technologists
O*Net Links:
http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/25-1071.00 http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/29-2055.00
- Clinical Medical Assisting
- Dental Assisting
- Dental Hygiene
- Health Information Management
- Healthcare Management
- Insurance Billing and Coding Specialist
- Medical Assisting Services
- Medical Laboratory Technician
- Medical Office Administration
- Nursing
- Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Radiologic Technology
- Therapeutic Massage
Our Accreditation
Herzing University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. Learn more about our special undergraduate program and graduate program accreditations.
