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Surgical Technologist

Surgical Technologist

You will learn to:

  • Experience all aspects of the operating room including robotics and invasive surgeries
  • Hands on, close exposure to anatomical structures of the body
  • Work side by side with professionals who are trained to save lives i.e. surgeons, anesthesiologists and nurses

Description

Surgical technologists handle instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure and work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel to deliver patient care before, during and after surgery. The major combines classroom instruction, laboratory practice, and clinical experience to ensure that each graduate meets entry-level competencies as a Surgical Technologist. The instructional Surgical Technologist content, which is 1185 hours of classroom and clinical instruction, is based on an occupational analysis of the Surgical Technologist field, and is adjusted to reflect local employment. Local employment needs as determined by the instructor, administrators, and advisory committee are also considered. Upon successful completion of Surgical Technologist, the graduate will be eligible to sit for the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).

Employment Options

The following list is associated with the approved SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) for this program and does not necessarily represent immediate opportunities; additional training may be required for some options listed.

Surgical Technologist  – Approximate Pay Potential: $17-30 per hour. (O*NET source: Surgical Technologists 29-2055.00)

Who can attend?

A blue letter 'A' inside a white circle, with a blue border. Adult 

Where?
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Lawton - Main Campus

Post-secondary (Adult) Students

  • Tuition: $3,720.00
  • Sugical Technologist Fees: $1940.95
  • Text books: $868.00
  • Clinical Uniforms: $200.00

See Cost Sheet for details.

Financial Aid and Scholarships

This program is approved for Federal Financial Aid; scholarships are also available for those who qualify. (See Financial Aid)

Class Hours

This program has a full-day schedule which runs from 8:00 am to 2:50 pm.

A circular certification badge with a checkmark inside.Certification Outcomes:

  • National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Tech in Surgery Certified – (TS-C)

Applying for this Program

SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY ADMISSION BOOKLET

Start Your Application Today!

Please download and read the Surgical Technology Admission Booklet above then start your application below.

If you are applying as an ADULT STUDENT, please come to Student Resource Center at Great Plains Technology Center and meet with a Career Advisor to finalize your application.

Student Resource Center

Call: 580-250-5535

Email: studentresourcecenter@greatplains.edu

Walk-in or Postal:
Great Plains Technology Center
Attn: Student Resource Center
4500 SW Lee Blvd.
Building 100, Room 107
Lawton, OK 73505

Contact:
Charlese Griffin
580-250-5570
cgriffin@greatplains.edu

Great Plains Technology Center
4500 SW Lee Blvd.
Lawton, OK 73505

Program Begins

August

Important Surgical Technology Links

Surgical Technology Program Annual Report

Reporting Year Academic Year # of Students Enrolled # of Students Graduated % of Students Graduated
2018 8/1/17 - 5/31/18 18 15 83.33%
2019 8/1/18 - 5/31/19 17 14 82.35%
2020 8/1/19 - 5/31/20 14 11 78.57%
2021 8/1/20 - 5/31/21 14 9 64.29%
2022 8/1/21 - 5/31/22 13 6 46.15%
2023 8/1/22 - 5/31/23 17 8 47.06%

 

Completion Date # of Students Graduated # of Students Who Took CST Exam # of Students Who Passed CST Exam % of Students Who Passed CST Exam
2018 15 15 11 73.33%
2019 14 14 7 50%
2020 11 11 7 63.63%
2021 9 9 3 33.33%
2022 6 6 6 100%
2023 8 8 7 87.50%