Surgical Technology

Program Overview

The surgical technology program was established in 1963 and is accredited by the Commission of Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc. The surgical technology graduate is eligible to sit for the national LCC-ST Certification Exam. Graduates can transfer the credits from this program to Berkshire Community College's Associate Degree in Health Science program.

Surgical technologists are integral members of the surgical team who work closely with the surgeon, nurse and anesthesiologist delivering direct care before, during and after surgery. Surgical technologists need manual dexterity, must be conscientious, orderly and emotionally stable to handle the demands of the operating room. Skills needed to succeed include physical strength, critical thinking, concentration and eye/hand coordination. Demand for surgical technologists is expected to increase much faster than that of other professions, because the US population is aging and older people generally require surgery more often. Graduates are employed in outpatient surgical centers, central sterile reprocessing units, and operating room settings and in the medical sales field. Please explore our web site and learn more about programs and our admissions process.

Testimonials

"I was looking for a field of opportunity in which I could learn, grow and possibly be able to branch out into other areas. I believe I found it in this program. McCann has an excellent reputation for teaching made my decision easy to enroll. Learning about the human anatomy, new medical terminology, the instrumentation, sterile technique to be performed on every surgery and the Surgical Technologists roll has in the team concept of a successful outcome. I would highly recommend this course" Philip Vivori

"My name is Pam Sommer and I have been a surgical technologist for 25 years. Looking back, I cannot say what sent me in this direction, but to this day I have never regretted my decision. Being a surgical tech has been a very rewarding and interesting career. I feel I offer very unique service to the hospital and the community. I am the patient's advocate making sure everything is in order and properly prepared and used during the surgery.

McCann gave me my start as a surgical tech and 25 years of experience at North Adams Regional Hospital has made me the best I can be." Pam Sommer, CST - Class of 1978