Surgical Technologist Diploma Program

Graduates of the Surgical Technologist program at Banner Institute earn a Diploma. What Kind of Work Do We Prepare You To Do? As a Surgical Technologist, you assist in surgical procedures under the supervision of surgeons. Your Banner Institute training gives you the expertise you need to set up operating instruments, oversee supplies and equipment and prepare patients for surgery, and more.

During surgery, you pass instruments to surgeons, hold retractors, cut sutures, and track sponges, needles, supplies and instruments. You may also operate sterilizers, lights or suction machines, and help operate diagnostic equipment.

What Does Our Surgical Technologist Program Offer You? Theory and practical application in the fundamentals of anatomy and physiology of the body The surgical skills as well as laboratory procedures to meet the requirements of the operating room An introduction to the operating room and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification Education related to sterilization and surgical instrument set-ups The knowledge to identify surgical room equipment and supplies Training with regards to the application of surgical bandages The skills to properly prepare and position a patient for surgery An externship at a medical facility

Why Should You Train for a Career in Surgical Technologist? Employment of Surgical Technologists is expected to increase 36% or more between 2002 and 2012. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics What Career Choices are Available to Graduates? Upon graduation, you will be qualified to sit for the NCCT (National Center for Competency Testing) TECH in Surgery-Certified (TS-C) NCCT Certification Examination. After getting this certification, you will be qualified to work as a Surgical Technologist in places like:

Hospital Operating Rooms Surgical Centers Delivery Rooms Clinics

The Banner Institute of Chicago, Illinois provides career-minded students with the education they need to earn an in-demand job in Health Care or Technology. It offers job training programs in:

Diploma Program:

• Computer Networking & Security
• Medical Assistant
• Medical Billing & Coding
• Massage Therapy
• Surgical Technologist

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