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Surgical Technology

Long Term

Durham Tech's Surgical Technology Associate in Applied Science (AAS) curriculum prepares individuals to assist in the care of the surgical patient in the operating room and to function as a member of the surgical team.

Students will apply theoretical knowledge to the care of patients undergoing surgery and develop skills necessary to prepare supplies, equipment, and instruments; maintain aseptic conditions; prepare patients for surgery; and assist surgeons during operations.

Employment opportunities include labor/delivery/emergency departments, inpatient/outpatient surgery centers, dialysis units/facilities, physicians' offices, and central supply processing units.

Students of Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited programs are required to take the national certification exam administered by the National Board on Certification in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) within a four week period prior to or after graduation.


The Surgical Technology program for Fall 2024 is full and no longer accepting applications. Applications for Fall 2025 will be accepted starting November 1, 2024.

The Surgical Technology program at Durham Tech is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs (CAAHEP).

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Students of Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited programs are required to take the national certification exam administered by the National Board on Certification in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) within a four week period prior to or after graduation.

View certification and graduate placement statistics for the Surgical Technology diploma program. Statistics for the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree program will be provided as soon as they become available.

How to Apply

Program applications are accepted until July 1. 

Before you Apply

View the Admissions Checklist and Essential Skills form. Attend a mandatory information session. They are listed in the Upcoming Events section below during the application period.

Apply to the College

New students who are not currently enrolled at Durham Tech should apply to the College using the Health Tech Students then Steps to Apply.

Apply to the Program

Prerequisites must be completed before applying to the program. Review the Admissions Checklist. Apply to the Surgical Technology program during the application period using the online Health and Wellness Admissions Application.

Estimated Tuition & Fees

$6,139

Degree Type

Associate in Applied Science (AAS)

Location

Main Campus, Online

Credit Hours

68

First-Semester Courses

Course Number Title Credit Hours
ACA-122 College Transfer Success 1
BIO-168 Anatomy and Physiology I 4
MED-121 Medical Terminology I 3
SUR-110 Introduction to Surgical Technology 3
SUR-111 Periop Patient Care 7

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