Westmoreland County Community College Youngwood, Pennsylvania

The Surgical Technology program at Westmoreland County Community College prepares students for a rewarding career as a vital member of the surgical team. This program provides a comprehensive education in the principles and practices of surgical technology, encompassing surgical procedures, sterile technique, instrumentation, and patient care. Students will develop a strong understanding of anatomy, physiology, microbiology, and pharmacology, enabling them to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and ensure patient safety. The program likely combines classroom instruction, laboratory simulations, and extensive clinical rotations in local hospitals and surgical centers. These rotations provide invaluable hands-on experience assisting surgeons and surgical teams in a variety of surgical specialties. Upon graduation, students will be well-prepared to take the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) exam and pursue entry-level positions as surgical technologists in hospitals, surgical centers, and other healthcare settings. A successful career as a Surgical Technologist means being a key part of improving patient outcomes in a high-demand healthcare field.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Westmoreland County 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.