Southern Maine Community College South Portland, Maine

The Surgical Technology Associate Degree program at Southern Maine Community College (SMCC) offers a comprehensive pathway to a rewarding career in the operating room. In partnership with Maine Medical Center (MMC), this program combines SMCC’s general education courses with specialized surgical technology training provided by MMC. Students will develop expertise in aseptic techniques, patient care, and surgical procedures, preparing them to assist surgeons and other medical professionals during operations. The program includes hands-on clinical rotations at MMC and other surgical sites, providing invaluable real-world experience. Graduates will be eligible to sit for the national certification exam and pursue careers as surgical technologists in hospitals, private practices, and other medical settings. The program provides a strong foundation for career advancement and further education, with opportunities to transfer to four-year institutions. Please note that the MMC clinical portion of the program is not eligible for financial aid.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Southern Maine 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.