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
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Cost
For the 2026-2027 academic year (fall 2026, spring 2027 and summer 2027), surgical technology (SGT) classes have a tuition rate of $293 per credit hour for in-district residents. All other classes in the program have a standard in-district rate of $146.50 per credit hour. The total estimated cost for in-district tuition, variable tuition and fees for the SGT AAS program is $16,129.50.
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Paying for college
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Job Outlook
Information/Tours
Surgical technology 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
Upcoming information sessions
Check back for upcoming dates on surgical technology information sessions.
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.
