Surgical Technology/Technologist

The Surgical Technology/Technologist certificate (2 to 4 years) at East Central Community College is a public institution program located in Decatur, Mississippi. Situated within the allied health field (CIP 51.0909), this program trains students in the skills necessary to assist surgical teams in operating room environments, including instrument handling, sterile technique, and perioperative patient care.

Students can expect a curriculum that combines classroom instruction with clinical practice in surgical settings. East Central Community College also offers related technical programs including Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance, Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician, and Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, providing a range of career-focused pathways at the institution.