Degree Type: Associate of Applied Science Degree, AAS, Certificate, CER
Pathway: Health Sciences
Pikes Peak State College offers two dynamic, hands-on programs that prepare you for essential roles in the operating room and beyond. Surgical Technology students are trained to become vital members of the surgical team, working side-by-side with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses. You'll learn how to prepare the operating room, manage surgical instruments, and maintain a sterile field throughout procedures. Sterile Processing students play a critical role behind the scenes, ensuring surgical instruments and equipment are properly cleaned, sterilized, and ready for use. You’ll gain expertise in infection prevention, decontamination techniques, inventory management, and regulatory compliance. These programs support the backbone of surgical care and create multiple career pathways in health care!
This four-semester program develops the knowledge and skills for an entry level job as a Surgical Technologist. Graduates of this program are prepared to take the national certification examination for surgical technology once accreditation approval from CAAHEP has been received. Many graduates go on to pursue advanced roles such as surgical first assistants, nurses, or even transition into medical school.
The Sterile Processing Technology program is designed to prepare individuals for a crucial role in healthcare environments, focusing on the cleaning, sterilization, and assembly of surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies.
To work in this field, you may be required to obtain state licensure. Be sure to check state licensure requirements for the state or territory where you are currently located and/or intend to work. Learn more about professional licensure and check to see if our program meets the requirements in your state or territory.
Voices of PPSC
There’s no point in making excuses. If you want it bad enough, you’re going to make it work. Pikes Peak State College has changed my life. That’s just a fact.
Kimberly Moon
Mother of four and future nurse
