Surgical technologists work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists and nurses in hospital operating rooms and outpatient surgery centers.
The surgical technologist prepares the operating room for surgery, assures surgical equipment works properly, is stored correctly and assists the surgical team in ensuring the operating conditions are safe and sterile.
Program admission
Additional steps are required for acceptance into this program beyond the standard MCC admissions application. This is a three semester program that begins in June and accepts approximately twenty five students per cohort.
Read the program application/information booklet before you apply to the program.
Steps:
- Complete all required prerequisite courses.
- Download the program Application/Admission Packet (PDF) and follow the directions carefully. Be sure to note all of the program requirements.
- Apply for financial aid. The federal financial aid application (FAFSA) is also available online.
Program acceptance
You will be contacted within two weeks of the application deadline to let you know if you were accepted into the program. Students accepted into the program will work directly with the program coordinator to determine next steps. Students not accepted into the program should contact the Student Advising Department or the Health Science Institute to determine next steps.
Accreditation
- Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
- Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARCSTSA)
Careers
Bright Outlook (faster than average growth) for Surgical Technologists with a 2023
median average wage in Missouri of $57,730.
Visit Occupational Information Network (O*NET) to view salary information, employment outlook and personal characteristics needed for this career.
Professional certification/licensure
Students will sit for the NBSTSA national certification examination as part of the program. Successful completion of this examination allows program graduates to use the professional credentials CST, Certified Surgical Technologist.
More program information
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Characteristics of a successful surgical technologist include but are not limited to;
- take and follow direction under stressful, emergency situations,
- multitask with attention to detail and organization,
- work collaboratively as part of a team,
- stable temperament, responsible and caring.
Essential functions of a surgical technologist include manual dexterity, physical stamina and the ability to move quickly are vital.
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MCC-Penn Valley surgical technology students must meet clinical guidelines in order to qualify for completion of the program.
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MCC provides many ways to help pay for your education through financial aid, scholarships, loans, etc.. A tuition payment plan is also available. Learn more about MCC's tuition and fees. All costs are subject to change without notice.
Tuition ST A.A.S.-63-70 cr. hr. Central Services Sterilization
COURSE-4 cr. hr.In-district
$121/credit hour$7,865-$8,591 $484 Out-of-district/Metro Rate
$237/credit hour$14,931-$16,353 $948 Out-of-state/International
$320/credit hour$20,160-$22,080 $1,280 Program Fees Total Cost Textbooks Fees $850 CPR Certification Fee (2-year) $50 Medical Document Manager (Clinical Student) $145 FCSR (Family Registry Screening) $15 Liability Insurance $80 Immunizations Costs will vary Course Fees Total Cost* Program fee per course [$150.00 x 10 SURT courses] $1,500 Approximate cost*
Total Approximate Cost of the Surgical Technology Program (In District): ST AAS=$11,231.00. Approximate cost per semester - $2,246.20 (5 semesters).
Learn more about MCC's payment plan.
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Annual Reporting Year Academic Year Number of Qualified Applicants Number of Students Enrolled Goal Class Size=25 Number of Graduates/Completers Completers Required=15 Retention Percentage Retention Required= 60% 2021 8.1.2020 - 7.31.2021 37 28 25 89% 2022 8.1.2021 - 7.31.2022 36 25 20 80% 2023 8.1.2022 - 7.31.2023 22 12 10 83% Annual Reporting Year Academic Year *Job Placement Percentage (to include related field or continuing education) Required percentage = 80% *TSA Pass Rate Results
(Certification/
Licensure)
Number of Students Who Took the Exam/ Number of Students Who Passed
(Required 70% pass rate and
100% participation on the CST)TSA Results (Average Scores) *Employer Survey Return Rate= (50%) Satisfaction Percentage = 85% *Graduate Survey Return Rate= (50%) Satisfaction Percentage= 2021 8.1.2020 - 7.31.2021 96% 18/25 passed
the examination (CST)
Participation=100%
Pass rate=72%Program Average=68.2%
National Averages:
CST Exam=73.7%
CST WBT=73.5%Return Rate=68%
Satisfaction=86%Return Rate=100%
Satisfaction=96%2022 8.1.2021 - 7.31.2022 90% 15/20 passed
the examination (CST)
Participation=75%
Pass rate=73%Program Average=75%
National Averages:
CST Exam=72.6%
CST WBT=73.4%Return Rate=65%
Satisfaction=90%Return Rate=100%
Satisfaction=96%2023 8.1.2022 - 7.31.2023 92% 7/10 passed
the examination (CST)
Participation=90%
Pass rate=70%Program Average=70.2% National Averages:
CST Exam=?
CST WBT=?Return Rate=25%
Satisfaction=94%Return Rate=100%
Satisfaction=93%