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★ Surgical Services Career Education

SURGICAL TECHNICIAN WITH STERILE PROCESSING

Build foundational knowledge in surgical technology, sterile processing concepts, operating room workflow, instrumentation, aseptic principles and professional surgical-services standards through a fully online curriculum.

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16 Weeks
Academic Program
100%
Online
Self-Paced
Learning Format
$1,450
Program Cost
AAH
Certification Pathway

IMPORTANT PROGRAM DELIVERY DISCLOSURE

This is a fully online, didactic academic program. Completion of the 16-week academic program does not require in-person laboratory training or clinical participation.

The program does not provide hands-on surgical skills validation, guaranteed surgical case participation or first-scrub verification. Students seeking certification pathways requiring those elements may need additional in-person education or training.

Program Overview

BUILD YOUR FOUNDATION IN SURGICAL SERVICES

Compassionate Medical Academy's online Surgical Technician program is a 16-week, fully online, self-paced certificate program designed to provide foundational academic knowledge related to surgical technology, operating-room procedures, instrumentation, aseptic principles and professional standards.

The curriculum is didactic in nature and is designed for students seeking theoretical education, career knowledge or academic preparation within the surgical services field.

Sterile-processing concepts are incorporated throughout the curriculum, including infection control, aseptic technique, surgical instrumentation and equipment principles.

ONLINE + SELF-PACED

Complete structured surgical-services coursework online while building theoretical knowledge in operating-room workflow, sterile processing, infection prevention and patient safety.

Program Delivery

KNOW EXACTLY HOW THE PROGRAM WORKS

100% Online

All academic instruction and required assessments are completed online.

Self-Paced

The asynchronous format allows students to progress through structured coursework independently.

No Required Lab

In-person laboratory training is not required to complete the academic program.

No Required Externship

Clinical externship participation is not required for completion of the online academic program.

Didactic Curriculum

Training focuses on theory, terminology, procedures, workflow and professional surgical-services concepts.

Online Assessments

Quizzes, examinations, knowledge checks and the final assessment are completed online.

Core Online Coursework

SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY + STERILE PROCESSING CONCEPTS

01

Medical Terminology for Surgery

02

Anatomy & Physiology for Surgical Services

03

Microbiology & Infection Control

04

Sterile Processing & Aseptic Technique

05

Surgical Instruments & Equipment

06

Operating Room Environment & Workflow

07

Surgical Procedures

08

Surgical Pharmacology Fundamentals

09

Patient Care Concepts & Safety

10

Legal, Ethical & Professional Responsibilities

11

Documentation & Case Preparation

12

AAH Certification Review

Assessment Methods

DEMONSTRATE YOUR KNOWLEDGE ONLINE

Online Quizzes
Knowledge Checks
Case-Based Scenarios
Final Assessment
Optional Clinical Experience

OPTIONAL EXTERNSHIP UP TO 5 MONTHS

Students who successfully complete the online academic program may be eligible to participate in an optional, supervised clinical externship.

The externship is separate from the required online academic program and is not required for program completion.

Externship Eligibility

  • Up to 5 months
  • Optional participation
  • In-person if available
  • Subject to clinical-site availability
  • Subject to academic standing
  • Background and health requirements may apply
  • Institutional and site approval required
Externship Scope & Disclosure

OPTIONAL DOES NOT MEAN GUARANTEED

Any optional externship opportunity depends on partnered facility availability and student eligibility.

Separate from the required online academic program.
Does not replace a fully licensed in-person surgical technology program.
Does not guarantee completion of certification-required surgical-case minimums.
Does not guarantee first-scrub participation.
Participation may be observational or limited depending on clinical-site policy.
Externship placement is not guaranteed.
Clinical & Skills Training Disclosure

WHAT THE ONLINE PROGRAM DOES NOT INCLUDE

In-person surgical skills laboratories
Simulation-based competency validation
Surgical hand scrubbing, gowning or gloving validation
Instrument-passing competency validation
Sterile-field setup competency validation
Surgical case logging
First-scrub verification
Guaranteed hands-on clinical participation
Students seeking certification pathways requiring hands-on training or documented surgical cases may need to enroll in a separate licensed in-person surgical technology program.
Certification Eligibility

AAH CERTIFICATION PATHWAY

Upon successful completion of the academic program, graduates may apply for the American Allied Health surgical technology certification examination, subject to AAH policies and eligibility requirements.

Certification approval is determined by the certifying organization. Completion of CMA's program does not guarantee certification or employment.

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AAH

American Allied Health

This program's stated certification pathway is through American Allied Health.

Important: The program does not meet the stated NCCT or NBSTSA/CST eligibility pathways identified in CMA's current program disclosure.

Program Responsibilities

CLEAR EXPECTATIONS FROM THE START

CMA Provides

  • Online instructional content
  • Academic support
  • AAH certification preparation
  • Documentation of program completion

Student Responsibilities

  • Complete required online coursework
  • Understand program scope and limitations
  • Verify certification requirements
  • Verify employment requirements
  • Maintain professional conduct
Admissions Requirements

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Applicants must meet the basic enrollment requirements for CMA's Surgical Technician online program.

Additional Clinical Requirements

Students participating in an optional clinical placement may be required to provide immunization documentation, TB testing, drug-screen results and/or background clearance based on facility policy.
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Minimum Age Must be at least 17 years old.
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Government-Issued ID Valid government-issued photo identification.
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Education Documentation High school diploma, GED or college transcript.
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Technology Access Laptop, tablet or desktop computer required.
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Tuition & Enrollment

INVEST IN YOUR SURGICAL SERVICES EDUCATION

Structured payment options may be available during enrollment. Contact CMA for current financing arrangements before submitting your application if financing is needed.

Total Program Cost
$1,450
Program Tuition $1,450
Technology / LMS Access Included
Registration Fee Included
Surgical Technician Kit Not Included

Optional supplies, third-party certification costs and clinical-placement expenses may be separate.

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Payment Options

FLEXIBLE WAYS TO ENROLL

Pay In Full

Students may satisfy the $1,450 program balance at enrollment.

Structured Payment Plan

Payment arrangements may be finalized during the enrollment process.

Third-Party Options

Afterpay, Klarna or Affirm may be available. Contact CMA before applying if you intend to use third-party financing.

Turn Your Passion Into Purpose

READY TO STUDY SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY?

Begin the admissions process for Compassionate Medical Academy's online Surgical Technician with Sterile Processing curriculum. Review the program disclosures carefully before enrolling.

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