Surgical Technologist (Associates Degree)
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 15
Last Re-Certification Date: 8/26/2022
Program Description
This program prepares individuals to perform general technical support tasks in the operating room before, during, and after surgery. Includes instruction in pre-operation patient and surgical team preparation, handling surgical instruments at tableside, supply inventory maintenance before and during operations, sterilization and cleaning of equipment, maintaining clean and sealed environments, operating room safety procedures, and record-keeping. The Associate in Applied Science degree program provides students with a broader educational experience and is the approach recommended by the Board of Directors of the Association of Surgical Technologists.
Established in 2006
CIP: 51-0909 Surgical Technology/Technologist.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
Illinois Central College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
Education Information
Associates Degree
72 Weeks ( 1680.00 Hours / 65.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $10,075.00 |
| Books | $800.00 |
| Fees | $100.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $600.00 |
| Total Cost | $11,575.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Call Health Careers Department for more information, (309)999-4600.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Other - Check catalog or call (309)999-4600.
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Internships
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Day Classes
Performance Data
Program: Surgical Technologist (Associates Degree)
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 15
Last Re-Certification Date: 8/26/2022
Program Description
This program prepares individuals to perform general technical support tasks in the operating room before, during, and after surgery. Includes instruction in pre-operation patient and surgical team preparation, handling surgical instruments at tableside, supply inventory maintenance before and during operations, sterilization and cleaning of equipment, maintaining clean and sealed environments, operating room safety procedures, and record-keeping. The Associate in Applied Science degree program provides students with a broader educational experience and is the approach recommended by the Board of Directors of the Association of Surgical Technologists.
Established in 2006
CIP: 51-0909 Surgical Technology/Technologist.
Provider Information
Illinois Central College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
Education Information
Associates Degree
72 Weeks ( 1680.00 Hours / 65.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $10,075.00 |
| Books | $800.00 |
| Fees | $100.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $600.00 |
| Total Cost | $11,575.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Call Health Careers Department for more information, (309)999-4600.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Other - Check catalog or call (309)999-4600.
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Internships
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Day Classes