Surgical Technology

Application period extended! Application submissions will be extended to July 8, 2022.
Next class starts: Provo

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Applications will not be accepted before or after these dates:
Spring semester Lehi: Dec. 1st 2023 - Jan. 5th 2024 (Feb. 8th start date)
Summer semester Provo: March 1st 2024 - April 1st 2024 (May 6th start date)
Next class starts: 2/8/2024 Lehi

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Upcoming registration dates: Dec. 1st - Jan. 5th

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Registration Eligibility: Adults Only

Adults only. High school students are not eligible to register for this program. Learn more.

Transfer Credit Opportunity

Credit hours for completing this program can be transferred to UVU. Learn more.

Locations

Lehi Main Campus

100%

Completion Rate

96%

Placement Rate

The Surgical Technology Program is designed to prepare you for employment as an entry-level surgical technologist (ST). Students enrolled in this program will focus on the basics of surgical technology, microbiology, infection control, asepsis, and surgical techniques. Students will develop the fundamental concepts and principles necessary to successfully participate as a member of the surgical team .

This program requires an application process and approval prior to registration. Late applications will not be processed. Registration availability details can be found below.

This program is eligible for Financial and Veterans Aid! Learn more

For more information, contact the Program Coordinator.

Adults only. High school students are not eligible to register for this program.

This program requires an application process and approval prior to registration. Late applications will not be processed. The application can be found above and details can be found below.

Applications and forms must be submitted during the application window:

Fall Semester Provo: Aug. 21st – Sept. 21th (October 25th start date)
Spring Semester Lehi: Dec. 1st 2023 – Jan. 15th 2024 (February start date)

Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program. Some 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.

  • Students must be at least 18 years old and a high school graduate with documentation of graduation.
  • Satisfy entrance requirements with the Testing Center. (Contact: MTECH Testing Center, M-F, 8 – 5 p.m.).
  • One-page essay: on why you want to be a Surgical Technologist. Times New Roman, 12-point font, double-spaced.
  • Current CV or Résumé.
  • Official: High School Diploma, (copy). Applicants must be a High School graduate and must be 18 years old by the application deadline. A High School Diploma document or equivalent is required by our accreditation and must be included with the program application.
  • College transcripts: Official college transcripts in a sealed envelope from your college or institution. Digital college transcripts are sent to sasha.king@mtec.edu.
Verified Credentials
  • All of the following are required through the Verified Credentials system. Students are responsible to set-up their own account and pay the required costs.
  • Background check: In their Verified credentials account, the student will follow the directions to complete their background check.
  • Drug Screen: In their Verified credentials account, the student will follow the directions to complete their 10-panel drug screen.
  • Immunizations Requirements: In their Verified Credentials account, the student will follow the directions to upload their official documents of the following required immunizations.
  • Tuberculosis screening: Evidence of one (1) of the following is required.
    1. 2-step TST (two separate Tuberculin Skin Tests, aka PPD), are placed no sooner than seven (7) days apart and no longer than twelve (12) months a part.
    2. The first TB test and reading before the application deadline.
    3. The second TB test will be completed at the time the Student begins their Clinical Externship training at a surgical facility.
    4. One (1) QuantiFERON Gold blood test with negative result.
    5. If previously positive to any TB test. Student must complete a chest x-ray with a normal result. Chest x-ray must have been taken within the previous 6 months. If chest x-ray is abnormal, the Student needs to be cleared by their physician or local health department before beginning their training.
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, and Rubella. Evidence of one (1) of the following is required:
    1. Proof of two (2) MMR vaccinations.
    2. Proof of immunity to Measles (Rubeola, Mumps, Rubella through a blood test.
  • Tdap: Evidence of the following.
    1. Proof of one (1) Tdap vaccination after age ten. (This is not the same as DTap, DPT, a Td or a Tetanus shot. Not older than 10 years).
  • Varicella (Chicken Pox): One (1) of the following is required.
    1. Proof of two (2) Varicella Vaccinations.
    2. Proof of immunity to Varicella through a blood test.
  • Flu Vaccination:
    1. Proof of current, annual influenza vaccination. (Current within 1 year).
  • COVID-19 Vaccination requirement: One (1) of the following is required.
    1. If vaccine requires: proof of two (2) COVID-19 vaccinations.
    2. If vaccine requires: proof of (1) COVID-19 vaccination.
  • Hepatitis B. One (1) of the following:
    1. Documentation of three (3) Recombivax HB or Engerix-B Hepatitis B vaccinations (dose 2 given at least one month after dose 1, and dose 3 given at least five months after dose 2).
    2. HBsAB blood test with Positive or Reactive result.

You will find a link to verified credentials within the program application.

Pregnant students need to consult their physician before beginning the vaccinations and tests.

Please note: It is the right of MTECH’s participating surgical facilities to deny the student entry into their operating room facility if the student is not completely vaccinated.

SECTIONCAMPUSROOM #START DATEEND DATESTART TIMEEND TIMEDAYS
Fall 2023Lehi Main Campus2268/15/20235/15/20247:30 AM1:30 PMM-Th
Fall 2023Provo CampusTBD10/25/20238/1/20247:30 AM1:30 PMM-Th
Spring 2024Lehi Main Campus2262/8/202411/14/20247:30 AM1:30 PMM-Th
Summer 2024Provo CampusTBD5/20247:30 AM1:30 PMM-Th
Schedule Notes:Students have 5 hours for class/lab and 1 hour for lunch Monday – Thursday; Some courses will have hybrid assignments in addition to their regularly scheduled classes. Students will complete a 495 hour externship upon completion of the class. Fall Lehi class will do their externship from 5/20/24 – 8/16/24 Fall Provo class will do their externship from 8/19/24 – 11/15/24 Spring Lehi class will do their externship from 11/18/24 – 2/14/25 Spring Provo class will do their externship from 2/17/25 – 5/23/25.
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Total hours: 1305

Course Descriptions



Course NameCourse HoursCourse CreditsExternship/Clinical/ WBL CreditsTuition ($120/credit hour)Course FeesIndustry Exam Fee
Introduction to Surgical Technology 9030$360.00$429.00$0.00
Microbiology and Infection Control 9030$360.00$80.00$0.00
Surgical Pharmacology 9030$360.00$80.00$0.00
Principles and Practices of Surgical Technology 9030$360.00$40.00$0.00
Surgical Procedures I12040$480.00$80.00$0.00
Surgical Procedures II 12040$480.00$80.00$0.00
Surgical Procedures III9030$360.00$40.00$0.00
Comprehensive Final Exams6020$240.00$40.00$0.00
Surgical Technology Seminar6020$240.00$40.00$269.00
Surgical Technology Clinical Externship I18004$480.00$0.00$0.00
Surgical Technology Clinical Externship II18004$480.00$0.00$0.00
Surgical Technology Clinical Externship III13503$360.00$0.00$0.00
13052711$4,560.00$909.00$269.00
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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.

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Tuition/FeesCost
Tuition:$4,560.00
Registration Fee:$40.00
Application Fee:$30.00
Required Materials:$407.25
Industry Exam Fee:$269.00
Student Fees:$909.00
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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.

Required MaterialsQuantityNotes (ISBN numbers, etc)Cost
Cengage Unlimited – Access for Surgical Technologists1$190.00
Background Check and Drug Screen1Students will pay Verified Credentials directly$105.25
Scrubs2Cost may vary; Students will order their scrubs through AllHeart according to the program scrub store$100.00
Scrub Cap1Cost may vary; Students will order their scrubs through AllHeart according to the program scrub store$12.00
Total Cost of Required Materials$407.25
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  • MTECH Program Certificate in Surgical Technology
  • Students are prepared to take the National Exam for Licensure (NCCT)
  • Healthcare Provider BLS and First Aid Certificate

At MTECH, you will join an exclusive group of graduates who benefit from a commitment to excellence shared by everyone at the school. From instructors who deliver a relevant, industry-driven curriculum to academic counselors focused on ensuring you have the tools you need to succeed, we all share the same goal: your success as a student.

Program length
12 months
Total cost
$6,216
Lehi Main Campus
Provo Campus
Program length
12 mos
Total cost
$6,216​
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Course Descriptions

Introduction to Surgical Technology
The Introduction to Surgical Technology course will introduce students to the surgical technology profession and will develop the fundamental concepts and principles necessary to successfully participate as a member of the surgical team.
Microbiology and Infection Control
In the Microbiology and Infection Control course students will learn microbiology and the relationship to the practice of sterile technique, infection control, and aseptic principles in the operative setting.
Surgical Pharmacology
The Surgical Pharmacology course will introduce students to medication used in surgery and anesthesia care.
Surgical Pharmacology II
In the Surgical Pharmacology II course, students will advance in the use and identification of medications used in surgery and anesthesia care.
Principles and Practices of Surgical Technology
The Principles and Practices of Surgical Technology course will introduce students to wound management, and healing. They will be familiar with perioperative care and the principles of asepsis, and attain stills for patient positioning, prepping, and draping.
Surgical Procedures I
The Surgical Procedures I course will review surgical specialties and differentiate anatomy, physiology, and instrumentation pertaining to the specialty. They will demonstrate several procedures set ups throughout the specialties.
Surgical Procedures I Advanced
In the Surgical Procedures I Advanced course, students will review surgical skills and differentiate anatomy, physiology, and instrumentation pertaining to the specialties. Students will demonstrate advanced skills and techniques throughout the surgical specialties.
Surgical Procedures II
The Surgical Procedures II course will review surgical specialties and differentiate anatomy, physiology, and instrumentation pertaining to the specialty. They will demonstrate several procedures set ups throughout the specialties.
Surgical Procedures II Advanced
In the Surgical Procedures II Advanced course, students will review surgical skills and differentiate anatomy, physiology, and instrumentation pertaining to the specialties. Students will demonstrate advanced skills and techniques related to trauma throughout the surgical specialties.
Surgical Procedures III
The Surgical Procedures III course will review surgical specialties and differentiate anatomy, physiology, and instrumentation pertaining to the specialty. They will demonstrate several procedures set ups throughout the specialties.
Surgical Technology Seminar
The Surgical Technology Seminar course will discuss factors associated with making career decisions that can enhance a surgical technologist’s professional growth and success. This course will also review competencies learned throughout the program in order to sit for the national certification exam.
Surgical Technology Clinical Externship I
The Surgical Technology Clinical Externship I course will extend the educational experience in the surgical field under the supervision of experienced medical professionals in a clinical setting.
Surgical Technology Clinical Externship II
The Surgical Technology Clinical Externship I course will extend the educational experience in the surgical field under the supervision of experienced medical professionals in a clinical setting.
Surgical Technology Clinical Externship III
The Surgical Technology Clinical Externship I course will extend the educational experience in the surgical field under the supervision of experienced medical professionals in a clinical setting.
Comprehensive Final Exams
The Comprehensive Lab Final course is designed to provide the students with the ability to perform skills learned in the lab and lab competencies in professional medical facilities operating rooms.
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