Surgical Tech Programs in Montana

The University of Montana Missoula, Montana

Ranked among the top 10 Surgical Tech programs in the country in 2024 by nurse.org.
Focuses on equipping students with the skills and knowledge to excel as proficient surgical technologists.
Combines coursework with hands-on field rotations for practical experience in real surgical settings.
Offers valuable internship opportunities through collaborations with healthcare facilities like hospitals and outpatient centers.
Emphasizes experiential learning, allowing students to work alongside medical professionals and master operating room skills.
Prepares graduates for various career options, including Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) and Operating Room Technician.

Hands-on learning through a hybrid curriculum including lab, classroom, online instruction, and surgery clinicals.
Opportunities to rotate through clinical sites, gaining diverse experience (note: some sites are outside of Great Falls).
Preparation to sit for the national Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) examination.
The curriculum meets or exceeds ARC-STSA benchmark standards for retention, CST exam results, job placement, and satisfaction.
Program is accredited by CAAHEP, ensuring high-quality education.
Develop skills to anticipate a surgeon's needs during procedures.

Comprehensive training in aseptic technique, instrument setup, and assisting surgeons.
Focus on integrating anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and microbiology knowledge into the surgical technologist role.
Emphasis on safe practice techniques for perioperative routines, patient handling, and emergency procedures.
Accredited program following the Core Curriculum for Surgical Technology, ensuring high standards.
High pass rates on the national certification exam, demonstrating program effectiveness (e.g., consistently high pass rates on the NBSTSA exam for first-time test takers).
Hands-on learning with both laboratory and clinical training experiences.
Prepares graduates to be competent entry-level surgical technologists ready to enter the profession.