Surgical Technology
As a graduate from this program, created in partnership between Northeast Iowa Community College and Kirkwood Community College, you will become an in-demand surgical technologist and an integral part of a surgical care team. Surgical technologists work under medical supervision to facilitate safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures. You will also ensure the operating room or environment is safe, that equipment functions properly and operative procedures are conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Classroom and clinical experiences in hospital settings provide you with training in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique, knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
Our graduates have achieved a 98 percent job placement in the last five years. If you want to work in direct patient care as a member of the surgical care team, this is the perfect career fit for you.
Paying for the Program
Out-of-State Tuition & Fees: $6,914*
There are many options available for tuition savings. Contact the Admissions or Financial Aid office for more information.
Financial Aid Info- Apply for admission.
- Submit official high school, high school equivalency and/or college transcripts to the Admissions Office of the campus you plan to attend.
- Complete ACCUPLACER® reading and writing assessment and ALEKS® math assessment for course placement. Assessments may be waived based on previous college coursework or submission of valid ACT®, or SAT® test scores. Reading and writing scores are valid for three years, and math scores are valid for two years.
Program Admission Requirements
In addition to the College enrollment process outlined, applicants must apply for admission at Kirkwood Community College. The following courses must be completed with a minimum grade of C- or above within five years from the date of application:
- Human Anatomy and Physiology I w/Lab [BIO:168]
- Medical Terminology [HSC:114]
Prior to beginning the program you will be required to complete a criminal record check. A positive report may prevent you from being accepted by an affiliated agency for a clinical experience and completion of the program. You may also be required to provide documentation of health insurance coverage.
A completed health physical and current immunization record must be on file at the Kirkwood Health Office, including verification of the hepatitis B vaccination or medical waiver on file. You are responsible for a yearly tuberculosis test. A current CPR for the Healthcare Professional is also required. The following CPR certifications will be accepted: American Heart Association "Healthcare Provider" course (no other level accepted) or American Red Cross "CPR for the Professional Rescuer" (no other level accepted) or EMP "BLSPRO" (this course includes First Aid and Healthcare Provider CPR) or CPR Instructor Level for Red Cross, American Heart or EMP.
A copy of a high school diploma or GED certificate will need to be on file with the program coordinator.
Review program courses, admissions and academic requirements.
View the Kirkwood Community College Surgical Technology program page.
The Surgical Technology program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) in collaboration with the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the Associate of Surgical Technologists (AST) based on the recommendations of the Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC-STSA). Students will apply to take the Certified Surgical Technologist exam before graduation.
The Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC-STSA) can be contacted at:
6 West Dry Creek Circle, Suite 10
Littleton, CO 80120
303.694.9262
www.arcstsa.org
The Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) can be contacted at:
25400 U.S. Highway 19 North, Suite 158
Clearwater, FL 33763
727.210.2350
www.caahep.org
Licensure and Certification Disclosure
Successful completion of this program leads to a professional licensure or certification. Use this state guide to identify the states in which NICC program requirements fulfill the state guidelines for professional licensure and certification.
Lynn Besler
Enrollment Advisor
- Email: beslerl@nicc.edu
- Phone: 844.642.2338, ext. 2214
- Location: Peosta