Surgical Technology/Technologist

The Surgical Technology/Technologist program at John Wood Community College is a two- to four-year certificate credential offered by this public institution in Quincy, IL. Aligned with CIP code 51.0909 in the surgical technology field, the program prepares students to serve as surgical technologists in hospital operating rooms, outpatient surgery centers, and other procedural environments.

Coursework typically includes sterile processing, surgical instrumentation, anatomy, and clinical practicum experience. John Wood Community College also offers programs in Electrician, Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician, Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician, and Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician alongside this health sciences credential. The surgical technology program supports career entry into one of the allied health fields with ongoing workforce demand.