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Surgical Technology

Program Overview

As a surgical technologist, you will assist surgeons during medical procedures, provide expertise in setting up the operating room, and ensure that the surgical instruments are properly sterilized and organized. You’ll learn anatomy, physiology, medical terminology and essential soft skills such as communication, problem-solving, critical thinking and more. With a degree in Surgical Technology, you will be able to impact the lives of countless patients.

AAS

The application for the Spring 2026 Sterile Processing program will open on March 1, 2026 and close on April 1, 2026.

$62K

Median annual wage

5%

Job growth over next decade

100%

Participation in the AST National Certification exam with 90% Pass Rate in 2024.

REASONS TO ATTEND SAINT PAUL COLLEGE

Realistic, hands-on training.

Hyperrealistic skills labs to prepare you for real-world clinical experience and job markets

Rooted in fundamentals.

Surgical consciousness, professionalism, and proper communication are the hallmarks of our patient-centered training.

Experienced instructors.

All instructors are Certified Surgical Technologists at the top of their fields and experienced in instructing.

Photo of students and instructor in the lab.