Surgical Technology/Technologist

The Surgical Technology/Technologist program at Central New Mexico Community College is a two- to four-year certificate offered by this public institution in Albuquerque, NM. The curriculum addresses the knowledge and skills needed to function as a surgical technologist, including sterile field maintenance, surgical instrumentation, patient preparation, and operating room protocols.

This program is part of the allied health sciences field (CIP 51.0909) and prepares students for entry-level surgical technologist positions in hospital and outpatient surgical settings. Central New Mexico Community College offers a range of related programs, including Computer and Information Systems Security, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Restaurant and Catering Management, and Architectural Drafting, allowing students to explore various vocational and technical credentials at the same campus.