Program Highlights
Surgical technologists are vital members of the surgical team trained to react quickly in high-pressure situations.
- Learn technical skills of preparing an operating room, maintaining a sterile field, working with specialized surgical equipment and instruments and working with surgeons.
- Gain an understanding of surgical procedures, human anatomy and medical language.
- Hone your communication skills and attention to detail.
Degrees & Certs
69·çÁ÷ offers the following programs to successfully equip you for a career as a surgical technologist. . Students should consult with program director before enrolling in CST classes.
Cost
For the 2025-2026 academic year (fall 2025, spring 2026 and summer 2026), surgical technology (SGT) classes have a tuition rate of $287 per credit hour for in-district residents. All other classes in the program have a standard in-district rate of $143.50 per credit hour. The total estimated cost for in-district tuition, variable tuition and fees for the SGT AAS program is $14,911.50. Get more information on tuition and fees.
Paying for college
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Support available
The Pipeline for the Advancement of the Healthcare Workforce (PATH) program provides financial and other supports for occupations within the health care field. Learn more about PATH, including support services, programs and eligibility.
Job Outlook
Information/Tours
Surgical tehnology is a selective admission program and the minimum criteria must be met to apply. Applications for the surgical technology program will be accepted through the second Thursday in June, or until the program is filled. Admission to Lincoln Land Community College does not guarantee acceptance to the program, which begins in the fall.
See SGT selective admission criteria
Tours
Questions about the surgical technology program or any of our health professions programs? Looking to schedule a tour? Contact recruitment specialists Jeff Martin or Sarah Beggs.