How Long Does It Take to Complete a Surgical Tech Program?
Surgical Technology is a highly rewarding career, but one of the first questions many prospective students have is: “How long does it take to become a surgical tech?” Depending on your exact career path, you might also wonder how long does it take to become a surgical technician and what training is required. The timeline […]
Tips for Moms Returning to School
Tips for Moms Returning to School Whether you’re a single mother or you and your partner are juggling a family together, making the choice to continue your education after having children is a great way to empower yourself. But, going back to school as a mom has a unique set of challenges. No one should […]
Interview with Surgical Technology student.
We did a profile of one of our students in the surgical technology program. American College of Healthcare and Technology’s surgical technology program is a 16-month program at our Riverside campus. When did you start school at ACHT and what program are you in? “I started school in July of 2016, and I joined the […]
Surgical Technology instructor interview.
Sitting down with American College of Healthcare and Technology’s Surgical Technology professor and department head we asked a few questions about the program. Our Surgical Technology program is a 19-month program at our Riverside location. What got you into teaching? “Always wanted to help others since I was at University since I was at medical […]
Top Reasons to Become a Surgical Technologist
Have you always wanted an exciting career where what you do daily truly makes a difference in people’s lives? By choosing the career path of a surgical technologist, you’ll become an integral part of any surgical team. As part of that team, you will change people’s lives for the better. Here are 5 great reasons […]
The Teamwork of Surgery: How Surgical Technologists Make a Difference
How surgical technologists make a difference isn’t always obvious at first glance: sure, you see them passing implements and helping physicians scrub in, but outside of medical TV shows, most people don’t know much about what surgical technologists do. In fact, the most important skill for a surgical technologist is teamwork. Much of contemporary surgical […]
Why Surgical Technology Schools in California are Becoming More Popular
Lately, there has been a growing demand for surgical technology schools in California. Online and in print, people wanting to get jobs in operating rooms are looking for the best education to do that. Let’s talk about some of the reasons it’s happening. 1. Young people don’t see the point of liberal arts education. Even […]
Being a Scrub Technician: Salary, Job Description and Outlook
Have you ever watched a surgical team at work and wondered who prepares the instruments, keeps the operating room sterile, and makes sure the surgeon has exactly what they need? Much of that responsibility belongs to a scrub technician, also known as a surgical technologist. For people who want a hands-on healthcare career without spending […]
A Day in the Life of a Surgical Technologist
“Surgical Technologist” is a long title. What do they really do? You might be thinking of taking a Surgical Technology training program at ACHT; before you do, do a little homework. Read this blog post to find out what it’s like to be a professional surgical technologist. Surgical Technologists can actually play one of three […]
Job Outlook for Surgical Technology
A career in surgical technology really begins in high school by taking and passing courses in science and mathematics. In a formal college education environment, a career as a surgical technologist requires that you enroll in a program with a duration of nine months to two years. Individuals on a two-year schedule are eligible to […]