Surgical Technologist Apprenticeship
HCC's Surgical Technologist Apprenticeship program is designed to give aspiring healthcare professionals the foundational knowledge and skills needed to work in a hospital operating room environment. Apprentices will assist in operating room set-up, preparation and transportation of surgical patients, and clinical assistance during surgical cases, working in collaboration with surgeons and nurses.
Key roles and responsibilities might include adjusting lighting and operating room equipment prior to and during cases, securing and handing off surgical instrumentation, positioning and holding retractors, cutting sutures, and taking inventory of supplies prior to and at the closure of operative cases. Apprentices will complete 40 on-the-job training work competencies over the course of 12–18 months.
Upon successful completion, apprentices will be eligible to receive the nationally recognized Surgical Technologist certificate through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).
Apprenticeship Status
Admission to HCC's Surgical Technologist Registered Apprenticeship Program is primarily driven by our employer partners hiring prospective apprentices. Currently, these partners are exclusively recruiting incumbent workers who are currently employed by local healthcare employers. Although our Surgical Technologist Apprenticeship Program is not currently accepting applications, please review other HCC Health Science programs.
Requirements for Admission
Standard requirements for admission are:
- Be 18 years of age or older by the program start date.
- Earned high school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to meet physical job requirements.
- Have a valid driver's license and/or reliable transportation.
- Ability to pass an employer background check & drug screening.
- Completion of Math and English skills assessment.
- Successful completion of pre-requisite coursework, Introduction to Medical Terminology and Body Systems.
Ready to Learn More?
Need more information? Prospective students and businesses, please send an email to Apprentice@HowardCC.edu.