Surgical Technology

Become an integral part of an O.R. team, providing care to patients before, during, and after surgery.

Surgical Technology

Surgical Technology

Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)

From procedures and protocols to specialty instrumentation, surgical technologists master it all.

And they do it under pressure – with ease and efficiency. Thanks to 900+ hours of hands-on training in technology-driven surgical labs and through clinical experiences, you’ll perfect it too. 

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Surgical Technology (A.A.S.)

Master tools and techniques in specialized learning labs equipped with a high-tech video monitoring system and instrumentation for all types of surgical procedures.

Applied Health Studies, Completion (B.S.)

Students who have earned an associate’s degree from Penn College in surgical technology are eligible to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Applied Health Studies. 

Minors & Immersions

Pair a minor with any bachelor's degree, or an immersion with any bachelor's or associate's degree.

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News
04.13.2023

Inaugural ‘Rotorfest’ takes flight at Penn College

With eyes on the sky and a wide range of career options, Pennsylvania College of Technology’s emergency management & homeland security major staged its inaugural Wildcat Rotorfest on April 11.

What Is Surgical Technology?
02.28.2023

What Is Surgical Technology?

Considering surgical technology? Here’s your chance to get answers to the most commonly asked questions about entering this field of study. In a newly posted video, you’ll meet Scott A. Geist, program director, and Elizabeth S.

09.15.2022

Penn College celebrates National Surgical Technologists Week

Students in Pennsylvania College of Technology’s surgical technology major are joining hospitals and colleges throughout the country in observing National Surgical Technologists Week, Sept. 18-24. National Surgical Technologists Week is a promotional event of the Association of Surgical Technologists to celebrate those who work in the field.