Program length
9 months
Total cost
$4,889
Application Period
10/20/2025 – 11/20/2025 (Lehi)
Next Application Period
10/20/2025 – 11/20/2025 (Lehi)
Locations
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The Surgical Technology program is designed to prepare students for employment as an entry-level surgical technologist (ST). Students enrolled in this program focus on the basics of surgical technology, microbiology, infection control, asepsis, and surgical techniques. Students develop the fundamental concepts and principles necessary to successfully participate as a member of the surgical team.
This program is eligible for Financial and Veterans Aid! Learn more
Application Periods:
Program Location | Application open Date | Application close date | Mandatory oreintation date | Program start date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Provo Fall 2025 | July 1, 2025 | July 31, 2025 | August 18, 2025 | September, 8 2025 |
Lehi Spring 2026 | October 20, 2025 | November 20, 2025 | December 8, 2025 | January 5, 2026 |
Provo Spring 2026 | January 26, 2026 | February 26, 2026 | March 9, 2026 | March 30, 2026 |
Minimum Age Requirement: 18 years old. High school students are not eligible for this program.
Required Immunizations:
This is an application based program. All prospective students must fill out the Surgical Technology application and submit it during the open application period.
In-person information sessions will be held at the Lehi or Provo campus depending on where the class will be held. The information sessions provide an opportunity for potential students to learn more about the MTECH Surgical Technology Program and ask any questions about the application process or the program. Each information session will be approximately 30 minutes in duration.
Surgical Technology Application Rubric
Upcoming Information Session
| Term | Campus | Room # | Start Date – End Date | Time | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2025 | Provo | 203, 210 | 9/8/2025-4/6/2026 | 7:30am-1:30pm | Monday-Thursday |
| Spring 2026 | Lehi Building A | 226, 227 | 1/5/2026-7/23/2026 | 7:30am-1:30pm | Monday-Thursday |
| Spring 2026 | Provo | 203, 210 | 3/30/2026-10/29/2026 | 7:30am-1:30pm | Monday-Thursday |
| Course Name | Course Hours | Course Credits | Tuition | Course Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Surgical Technology | 60 | 2 | $240.00 | $619.00 |
| Microbiology and Infection Control | 60 | 2 | $240.00 | $80.00 |
| Principles and Practices of Surgical Technology | 90 | 3 | $360.00 | $40.00 |
| Surgical Procedures I | 60 | 2 | $240.00 | $80.00 |
| Surgical Procedures II | 60 | 2 | $240.00 | $80.00 |
| Surgical Procedures III | 90 | 3 | $360.00 | $40.00 |
| Technology in Surgery | 60 | 2 | $240.00 | $80.00 |
| Surgical Technology Exams and Seminar | 60 | 2 | $240.00 | $354.00 |
| Surgical Technology Clinical Externship I | 180 | 4 | $480.00 | – |
| Surgical Technology Clinical Externship II | 180 | 4 | $480.00 | – |
| Surgical Technology Clinical Externship III | 45 | 1 | $120.00 | – |
Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program.
While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.
| Tuition/Fees | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition: | $3,240.00 |
| Registration Fee: | $40.00 |
| Application Fee: | $30.00 |
| Course Fees: | $1,099.00 |
| Required Materials: | $205.25 |
| Total Cost of Program: | $4,889 |
Course-by-course cost breakdowns can be found on the “Courses” tab above.
Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program. Fees and materials may be required upfront, while some may be paid later throughout the program.
While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.
Materials | QUANTITY | Notes | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
Cengage Unlimited – Access for Surgical Technologists | 1 | Students will receive the access code on the first day of class | included in course fees |
Background Check and Drug Screen | 1 | Students will pay Verified Credentials directly | $105.25 |
Scrubs | 2 | Cost may vary; Students will order their scrubs through SafeGuard according to the program scrub store | $100.00 |
MTECH Program Certificate in Surgical Technology
Students are prepared to take the national Tech in Surgery TS-C (NCCT) certification exam
Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate
Do you require any prerequisites for your program?
No. All the courses you will need to sit for the national boards exam are built in our program.
Do I need to pay for Verified Credentials before being accepted into the program?
Yes. Verified Credentials is required to be completed with background check, drug screen and vaccines in order to be eligible for the program.
Do I need 2 TB tests?
No. You need ONE two step test or ONE QuantiFERON Gold test.
Students must have a high school diploma or GED.
Admission requirements may be met by taking the Entrance Assessment OR by providing qualifying documentation. The Entrance Assessment can be taken at a Testing Center, and qualifying documents can be sent to transcripts@mtec.edu.
The $30 application fee can be paid through Student Services. Please note that the emailed receipt will be a necessary upload on the application.
Open application periods are:
July 1 - July 31 at 3:00 p.m. (September start date, Provo Campus)
October 20 - November 20 (January start date, Lehi Campus)
The application is only available during the open application period.
The following documents should be compiled for the application:
Prospective students must complete a background check and drug screening through Verified Credentials. These take 3 to 5 days and must be completed before the end of the application period.
A drug screen is necessary for reapplication. Students who reapply can contact the Surgical Technology Program Coordinator (scooke@mtec.edu) for the Verified Credentials code.
See Verified Credentials, access code VWFYY-83997
scooke@mtec.edu
