College of Lake County Grayslake, Illinois

College of Lake County’s Surgical Technology program offers a comprehensive Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree designed to prepare students for a rewarding career as surgical technologists. This accredited program combines rigorous coursework with extensive hands-on training in simulated operating rooms and real-world clinical settings. Students benefit from learning from experienced instructors in small class sizes, fostering a supportive and personalized educational experience. The curriculum covers essential topics such as surgical procedures, pharmacology, microbiology, and patient care, ensuring graduates possess the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the operating room. Furthermore, the program prepares students to sit for the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) exam, granting them the credentials needed to work in hospitals and surgical centers nationwide. With opportunities for financial aid, including the PATH grant, and a focus on career readiness, College of Lake County’s Surgical Technology program empowers students to launch successful careers in this vital healthcare field, contributing to superior patient care and surgical team support.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at College of Lake County 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.