The Ivy Tech Community College has several locations throughout the state of Indiana in addition to its Indianapolis campus, including Lafayette, Muncie, Evansville and Columbus. An Associate of Applied Science degree with a major in surgical technology is offered that combines both general education courses in the liberal arts and sciences with specialized instruction in all aspects of surgical assisting and technology. Course topics include medical terminology, microbiology, pharmacology, medical law and ethics, surgical procedures and clinical applications.
Ivy Tech Community College
Indianapolis Campus
50 West Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46208
317-921-4800
ivytech.edu
An Associate of Applied Science in surgical technology is available at Harrison College. Students complete general education coursework in English composition, psychology, presentation skills, computer applications and professional development along with didactic and practical training in medical science, surgical assisting techniques and operative procedures. This program culminates in an internship at a professional surgical facility.
Harrison College
550 East Washington St.
Indianapolis, IN 46204
888-544-4422
harrison.edu
The Clarian Learning Alliance at Clarian Health Partners offers an 11-month full-time surgical technologist training certificate. This three-semester program consists of theoretical and practical coursework in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, patient care, medical ethics and law, surgical instrumentation and applications, operative techniques and procedures, laboratory applications, professional development and communication skills. A professional clinical practicum is also required.
Clarian Health Partners
340 W. 10th St.
Indianapolis, IN 46206
317-962-1864
clarian.org
In addition to locations in Ohio, Tennessee, Kentucky and Virginia, the National College offers an associate degree in surgical technology at its Indianapolis campus. Students receive both theoretical classroom instruction and extensive clinical training in all aspects of patient care, surgical preparation, operative procedures and sterilization principles. Coursework includes transport and support systems, medical terminology, surgical procedures and technology, human diseases, pharmacology and microbiology.
National College
Indianapolis Campus
6060 Castleway West Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46250
317-578-7353
ncbt.edu