Surgical Technology

Have you ever wondered how hospitals run smoothly during surgery? Surgical technologists are the unsung heroes of the operating room, making sure everything is ready for the doctors to work their magic!

Central Penn College’s Surgical Technology program can turn your passion for healthcare into a rewarding career in just 18 months.  And the best part? You could have your entire tuition reimbursed by working at UPMC after graduation!

Here’s why Surgical Technology is a great choice:

• Fast-Growing Field: The demand for skilled surgical techs is high, and it’s expected to keep growing!
• Make a Difference: You’ll play a vital role in supporting surgeons and helping patients get the care they need.
• Quick Start: This program is designed to get you into the workforce fast.

Plus, with UPMC’s tuition reimbursement program, you can focus on your studies without worrying about the cost!

Here’s what you’ll learn in the program:

• Surgical Skills: Master the tools and techniques used in the operating room.
• Anatomy & Physiology: Gain a deep understanding of the human body.
• Patient Care: Learn how to compassionately care for patients before, during, and after surgery.

Central Penn College partners with UPMC, which may offer opportunities for students to work while they learn.

Ready to become a Surgical Technology hero?  Fill out the form on this page today to learn more about Central Penn College’s Surgical Technology program and take the first step towards a rewarding and possibly tuition-reimbursed career!

NATIONAL CERTIFICATION EXAMINATION FOR THE SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST

The Surgical Technology program at Central Penn College has a site visit for pursuing initial accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs ( www.caaheap.org). This step in the process is neither a status of accreditation nor a guarantee that accreditation will be granted.

As the Program is in the initial stages of applying for accreditation through the ARC/STSA, students in the Associate Program will be eligible to sit for the NBSTSA Secure Practice Examination offered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting successful completion of all programmatic requirements, including clinical internship. If the Program is granted accreditation through the ARC/STSA, students will be eligible to sit for the National Certification Exam (NBSTSA) upon successful completion of all programmatic requirements, including clinical internship. After successfully passing this exam, the individual will be able to use the designation of CST-Certified Surgical Technologist. Information regarding how to apply to take the exam will be provided in the SUR290 course. Exams are offered online at local testing centers. If a candidate fails to pass the certification exam on the first attempt, there is a 30-day waiting period before the candidate may re-test. You may attempt to retest three times with a minimum of 30 days between tests. After the third attempt, you must wait one year (with remediation) before your fourth and final attempt.