Surgical Technology is an Associate Degree program offered by Fox Valley Technical College in Oshkosh, WI. Tuition is $11,500 total.
Program Overview
Become an integral member of the surgical team and work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses and other surgical staff. The main role of the surgical technologist is to ensure a safe surgical environment before, during and after surgery. You’ll gain hands-on experience learning roles and responsibilities through FVTC’s state-of-the-art operating room suites and simulation technology. You’ll be able to apply your knowledge and skills to the responsibilities of preparing the operating room, sterilizing equipment, ensuring the appropriate supplies and equipment are available and working properly for each procedure, passing instruments to the surgeon during the procedure, maintaining a sterile field, and preparing and applying sterile dressings after the procedures.
- Due to program demand, licensure and certification requirements, and Wisconsin residency laws, we must prioritize in-district residents for this program. Learn more about [professional licensure](www.fvtc.edu/about-us/facts/student-consumer-information/professional-licensure-and-certification-disclosure)
Career Opportunities
- Cast Application Technician
- Dental Centers Technician
- Emergency Room Technician
- GI Technician
- OB Technician
- Office Surgical Technician
- Operating Room Surgical Technologist
- Ortho Technician
- Traveling Surgical Technologist
School Information
Campus
Admissions Requirements
An academic skills assessment is required for admission into this program or the following: High School GPA of 2.75 or higher OR provide completion of associate’s or higher degree OR; 165 or higher on your 2014 series GED tests OR; ACT OR Accuplacer to waive to the general education level; The cost of the Accuplacer assessment is $15; Catalog #: 94100100; Learn more at
www.fvtc.edu/Assessment
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Submit a final, official high school transcript or an official copy of GED/HSED certification scores. Current high school students must submit an official in-progress transcript and a final official transcript after graduation.
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
Curriculum
| Component | Credits |
|---|---|
| Technical Studies | 41 |
| General Studies | 20 |
| Electives | 3 |
Program total: 64 credits.
Estimated Cost
Fox Valley Technical College publishes an estimated cost for this program: $11,500 based on current tuition and fees, plus $660 additional materials and supplies and $195 textbooks.
The college's 2026-2027 rate for Wisconsin residents is $157.45 per credit for both Associate Degree and Technical Diploma programs, with a $14.20 per credit student activity fee, a $6.00 standard material fee per lecture course, and $4.50 per semester for student accident insurance. Out-of-state tuition is $236.18 per credit and does not apply to online classes. The application fee is $30.00, non-refundable.
Accreditation
Fox Valley Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the Wisconsin Technical College System.
The Surgical Technology Program at Fox Valley Technical College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs:
9355-113th St. N, #7709
Seminole, FL 33775
P: 727-210-2350
F: 727-210-2354
Email: mail@caahep.org