Surgical Tech Programs in Scioto County, Ohio

Vernon College Vernon, Texas

Selective admission program offering both a Certificate of Completion and an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree.
Prepares students to function as a vital member of the surgical team, providing safe surgical patient care.
Covers a wide range of surgical technologist duties, from preparing the operating room to assisting the surgeon during procedures.
Nationally accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
Graduates are prepared for employment in various settings, including hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, and private clinics.
Provides the opportunity for additional education to become a surgical first assistant.

Prepares students to work directly in operating rooms alongside surgeons.
Focuses on sterile technique and patient safety, core to surgical procedures.
Provides comprehensive surgical knowledge, covering instruments, medications, and specimen handling.
Includes CPR certification for Healthcare Providers.
Offers TS-C (NCCT) Certification through the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA).
Hands-on experience through class, lab, and clinical hours.
Accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education.

Only Associate of Science degree program of its kind in the area.
Small class size with limited enrollment, offering personalized attention.
Clinical experiences with local and regional hospitals, providing real-world training.
Graduate with over 300 surgical cases and 900 clinical contact hours.
Prepares students for the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) certification exam.
Follows the latest Association of Surgical Technology (AST) Core Curriculum.
Opportunities for career advancement into roles such as first assistants, operating room nurses, or instructors.