West Georgia Technical College Waco, Georgia

The Surgical Technology program at West Georgia Technical College offers a dynamic and comprehensive education for aspiring surgical technologists. This program equips students with the essential knowledge and skills to excel in the demanding environment of the operating room. As vital members of the surgical team, graduates work alongside surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses, maintaining a sterile field and ensuring adherence to aseptic techniques. The curriculum covers a wide range of responsibilities, including scrub, circulating, first assisting, and second assisting roles. Graduates are prepared to sit for the national Certified Surgical Technologist examination, enhancing their career prospects. With accreditation from CAAHEP, the program ensures a high standard of education and prepares students for a rewarding career in this in-demand healthcare field. The program requires that students follow all clinical site medical clearance policies.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at West Georgia Technical College on the NCES website.

* Cohort Year represents the year for which students began their studies and applies to Graduation and Transfer Out Rates.
** Net Price is Average Net Price for 2022-2023 generated for full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded grant or scholarship aid from federal, state or local governments, or the institution. For public institutions only students paying the in-state or in-district rate are included. For institutions that charge students by program, net price is generated for the institution’s largest program.
NA (Not applicable) – Graduation rate, transfer-out rate and the net price are not applicable to institutions that do not have full-time, first-time degree-seeking undergraduate students in the applicable cohort year or the financial aid year.