Surgical Technology/Technologist

The Surgical Technology/Technologist certificate program at Southwest University at El Paso is a two- to four-year credential offered by this private for-profit institution in El Paso, TX. The program is part of the surgical technology field (CIP 51.0909) and prepares students to assist surgeons and surgical teams in operating room settings.

Southwest University at El Paso offers a range of related programs including Medical/Clinical Assistant, Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant, Health/Health Care Administration/Management, Welding Technology/Welder, and Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician. Students in the surgical technology program can expect training in sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, patient safety protocols, and operating room procedures.