West Kentucky Community and Technical College Paducah, Kentucky

The Surgical Technology program at West Kentucky Community and Technical College offers a comprehensive Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree designed to prepare students for a rewarding career as a surgical technologist. The program provides two distinct pathways, allowing students to tailor their education to their specific needs and career aspirations. Students gain a strong foundation in surgical technology principles, medical terminology, and essential clinical skills through a combination of theoretical coursework and hands-on practicum experiences. A key component of the program is the emphasis on practical training, where students participate in simulated surgical environments and real-world clinical settings. Students will be well-prepared to assist surgeons and other medical professionals during surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety and optimal surgical outcomes. The program also requires students to achieve a minimum grade of ‘C’ in all Surgical Technology courses and to obtain and maintain CPR certification, ensuring a high standard of competence and professionalism among its graduates.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at West Kentucky Community and 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.