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Associate Degree Program (362P) and Credit Certificate Program (322P)- Harrisburg
Graduates are eligible to sit for the (voluntary not mandatory) National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) examination.
About the career
Surgical Technology information sessions October 20, 2 pm in Blocker Hall room 231. October 21, 5 pm in Select Medical Health Education Pavilion room 107. The information meeting reviews the ST role and responsibilities, curriculum and time commitments-certification exam etc., selective admission process and point system, physical requirements of role and program-including info on the health form and background checks. We review the value of shadowing and usually have a couple of students that are presently in clinical attend. It is meant for prospective students as well as those preparing to apply in the spring. Attendance is not mandatory.
Admission Criteria, Essential Qualifications and Shadow Form (pdf)
Policies Affecting Program Admission
Required courses (both programs) (pdf)
Estimated Expenses (both programs) (pdf)
Selective program. Admission to the college doesn't guarantee admission to the clinical component of the program. You will be admitted as a pre-surgical technology student and work with your advisor to apply to the clinical/core component of the program.
Length of Program and College Degree Conferred - The surgical technology certificate program is offered as a 43-credit certificate program, with the awarding of a certificate upon successful completion of the program. The surgical technology degree program is offered as a 68-credit program, with the awarding of an associate in science degree upon successful completion. Completion time can vary depending on a candidate's background and need for identified preparatory skills and coursework and the student's rate of study. Both complete programs are offered at the Harrisburg campus. Some required courses offered at other campuses and sites. Graduates are eligible to sit for the (voluntary not mandatory) National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) examination. Certification provides evidence to employers, colleagues in the field and the general public that certified surgical technologists and first assistants meet national standards. Certification is often a condition of employment, a route to higher pay and a source of nationwide recognition.
The difference between the Associate vs the Certificate is that credit wise- there are no general education credits with the certificate. At this time it seems that employers do not recognize the difference and there is no difference in pay. The national organization is supporting/encouraging the associate level of preparation.
Surgical Technology Program Contacts
If you have questions, contact Health Careers:
(717) 780-1988 or (800) 222-4222 x 1988
Surgical Tech Program Office:
HACC Harrisburg Campus
Blocker Hall 106
One HACC Drive
Harrisburg, PA 17110
(717) 221-1321 or (800) 222-4222 ext 1321Health Careers Orientation
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