Cincinnati State is proud to offer a premier Surgical Technology program designed to fit the needs of career changers and those passionate about working in healthcare. Our program is structured to quickly get you into the operating room with the hands-on skills and clinical knowledge employers demand.

As an ARC/STSA-accredited program with a 100% job placement rate and industry-leading certification pass rates, Cincinnati State offers a recognized and respected education that will set you on a successful surgical technology career path. Learn from experienced professionals who combine real-world operating room expertise with best practices in surgical procedures and techniques.

Fast Program, Quick Career Entry
Become a certified surgical technologist in just 24 months with immediate job prospects in this high-demand field.
Industry-Leading Results
Our program consistently achieves a 100% job placement rate and certification exam pass rates well above the national average (100% in 2024 compared to the national average of 70%).
Experienced Faculty
Learn from instructors who have all been practicing surgical technologists with extensive operating room experience.
Strong Hospital Partnerships
Benefit from our established relationships with leading healthcare systems including TriHealth, The Christ Hospital, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, Mercy Health, and UC Health.

Why Choose Our Program

ARC/STSA Accreditation

Our program is fully accredited by the Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting, ensuring your education meets the highest national standards.

Circulating Role Training

Unlike other programs, we teach both the scrub role and the circulating role, giving you broader skills and deeper understanding of the entire operating room environment.

100% Job Placement

All of our graduates find employment in the field within 30 days of graduation, many receiving offers from their clinical sites before completing the program.

Comprehensive Clinical Experience

Our required 360 hours of clinical experience across four placements provides essential hands-on training in real operating rooms that employers value and that distinguishes our graduates.

Outstanding Certification Results

Our graduates consistently achieve certification pass rates well above the national average (100% in 2024 compared to 70% nationally), making them highly sought after by employers.

Clear Career Pathways

Our program prepares you for immediate employment while also offering opportunities for advancement to surgical assistant roles or further education in healthcare fields.

Fast. Affordable. Top Employers.

Cincinnati State’s Surgical Technology program prepares you to step right into the OR in as little as 24 months. With rigorous hands-on clinical training, small class sizes, and an ARC/STSA accreditation, you’ll master roles that top employers demand.

Gain the in-demand skills and certification exam success rates that set you apart, launching your surgical career with confidence.

How to Take the Next Step Today

Your path at Cincinnati State starts when you apply, but if you’re not quite ready, you can reach out with any and all questions or explore college and program details like key dates, courses, costs, and financial aid options via the links below, or by requesting your starter kit.

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