Surgical technologists work closely with surgeons and registered nurses, are able to anticipate the needs of the physician during surgery, and assist in the care of the patient during surgical procedures. Surgical technologists play a crucial role in patient care and safety.
Anoka Technical College's Surgical Technology program is designed to develop skills in all phases of operating room procedures and techniques, including clinical experience in the operating room.
Rewarding career as a key member of the surgical team
Hands-on training from industry experts
High growth rate compared to other careers in Minnesota
Potential Jobs:
- Certified Surgical Technologist
- Surgical Technician
- Operating Room (OR) Technician
- Surgical Scrub Technologist
Salary Information:
Median Wage: $36.06 per hour
Top Earners: $40.77 per hour
Information provided is for Minnesota. See current data at mn.gov/deed.
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About the Program
The Anoka Technical College Surgical Technology program is nationally accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP):
9355 135th St N, #7709
Seminole, FL 33775
727-210-2350
www.caahep.org
Accreditation Review Council (ARC/STSA)
6 W. Dry Creek Circle, Suite #110
Littleton, CO 80120
Phone: 303-694-9262
Fax: 303-741-3655
info@arcstsa.org
Spring 2025 applications can be submitted starting Dec. 30, 2024. Applications are considered first come, first served until the program is full.
Surgical Technology Program Application
Evidence of immunization is mandatory or a positive Rubella Titer. Students are strongly encouraged to take the Hepatitis B vaccine.
Admission Requirements
- Successful completion of the Sterile Processing certificate. Completion of Sterile Processing certificate does not guarantee placement into the Surgical Technology program.
- Accuplacer test: Reading Comprehension within last 3 years and Arithmetic with last 2 years or appropriate test score OR Associates or Bachelors degree from an accredited U.S. institution of higher learning.
- ATI TEAS: Adjusted Individual Total Score of 60% or higher
Second year courses are restricted to students admitted to the Surgical Technology program. A medical exam is REQUIRED.
Submit as a complete Application PDF Surg Tech Application file to enrollmentservices@anokatech.edu
Take a virtual tour to get an idea of what it's like to be a student at Anoka Tech.
The Sterile Processing certificate is a prerequisite to the Surgical Technology Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree.
Faculty
Enrollment Services
EnrollmentServices@anokatech.edu
763-576-7710
Current Students
Clinical hospitals are located in the Twin Cities metropolitan area. Students must provide their own transportation to and from these assigned clinical sites and pay for any parking fees.
Graduates of the Anoka Technical College Surgical Technology program will take the National Certification Examination for Surgical Technologists.
National Certification Exam Results
| Year | Pass Rate |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 100% |
| 2022 | 94% |
| 2021 | 90% |
| 2020 | 87% |
| June 2019 | 88% |
| January 2019 | 100% |
| May 2018 | 93% |
| January 2018 |
100% |
| June 2017 | 100% |
| January 2017 | 83% |
| June 2016 | 100% |
| June 2015 | 81% |
|
June 2014 |
100% |
| January 2014 | 100% |
| June 2013 | 100% |
| January 2013 | 100% |
Our programs prepares students for the CST exam which is administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). According to AST (association of Surgical Technologists) the following states have passed law related to the education and certification of surgical technologists: Indiana, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Idaho. The following states require surgical technologists to register in order to work in the state: Colorado, North Dakota, and Washington. The following states offer optional registration/title protection for surgical technologists: Arkansas, Illinois, and Virginia. It appears AST has a resource for determining state laws for surgical technologists which can be found here: ast.org.
At this time we are unable to determine if our programs meet the licensure requirements for any state besides Minnesota.
Start Dates:
Fall semester: August
Spring semester: January
Upcoming Events:
Important Dates:
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Alayna.Adams@anokatech.edu
763-576-4153
Cathy Bishop
CBishop@anokatech.edu
Cynthia Farley
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Enrollment Services
EnrollmentServices@anokatech.edu
763-576-7710
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