John Wood Community College Quincy, Illinois

The Surgical Technology program at John Wood Community College prepares students to become essential members of the surgical team, contributing to safe and efficient surgical procedures. Through a curriculum emphasizing cognitive knowledge, psychomotor skills, and professional behavior, students gain expertise in maintaining sterile fields, handling surgical instruments, and assisting surgeons across various specialties. This comprehensive program is a collaboration with Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences and includes hands-on experience during practicums. The AAS degree prepares graduates to sit for the NBSTSA certification exam to become a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST). With a positive job outlook and opportunities for advancement, the program equips graduates for a rewarding career in the operating room. The program holds accreditation from CAAHEP, ensuring a high standard of education and training.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at John Wood Community 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.