Surgical Technology/Technologist

The Surgical Technology/Technologist certificate program at Stark State College is a two- to four-year credential offered by this public institution in North Canton, Ohio. The program is part of the allied health field (CIP 51.0909) and prepares students to work as surgical technologists, assisting surgeons and surgical teams during operative procedures by preparing the operating room, handling instruments, and maintaining sterile technique.

Stark State College offers a variety of health science and technical programs. Related programs at the college include Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, Culinary Arts/Chef Training, Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician, and Industrial Technology/Technician. Students in the Surgical Technology program can expect coursework in surgical procedures, anatomy, microbiology, sterile processing, and clinical practicums in operating room environments.