This program prepares students to seek employment as surgical technologists. Surgical technologists assist surgeons by keeping their instruments sterile and easily accessible. They also help move patients to and from operating rooms and ensure the rooms don’t become too congested. In short, they’re responsible for making the surgeon’s job as easy as possible while creating a safe environment for patients. The required courses cover introductory topics such as Operating Room Technique and Surgical Procedures. This program requires a separate application in addition to the application for general admission to OTC. To view application details, visit otc.edu/healthsciences. Graduates will be qualified to take the national certification exam administered by The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting. Job seekers can find positions in hospital surgery or labor and delivery areas, out-patient surgery centers or as private assistants for individual surgeons.

The Surgical Technology Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.

Admission to Ozarks Technical Community College is open to all individuals who can benefit from its educational programs. A focus of the college mission is on the academic, career and personal goals of the student. OTC may admit you as a First-Time student just completing their high school, GED or HiSET requirements or as a Transfer student coming from another institution finishing up a certificate or degree. For more information, visit OTC Admissions.

Wondering how you’re going to pay for college? At OTC, we believe that cost shouldn’t be a barrier to earning a degree. Our staff will work with you to make a financial plan. To browse the resources available to you, see paying for college.