Tech in Surgery Start a Healthcare Career–Fast
The Tech in Surgery program at Altamont Healthcare can help you start an exciting career as a surgical assistant with hands-on labs, certification prep and real-world experience–no prior medical experience required.
Application Review Starts May 30th
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Accelerated Surgical Tech Training
Altamont Healthcare’s surgical technologist program can prepare you for a career in allied health–fast. In just nine months, you’ll learn how to become a surgical tech and gain valuable experience assisting doctors and nurses during actual procedures.
Accelerated Surgical Tech Training consists of:
- Weekday, Night and Weekend Classes
- 400 Hours of Live Online Classes
- 100 Hours of In-Person Labs
- Qualification for the NCCT Exam in just 500 hours
- 240‑400 Externship Hours (155 procedures)
- Professionalism, Job Search and Externship Preparation Workshop
Designed for working adults, we offer flexible schedules and accelerated training so you can start earning sooner.
- Complete in as little as 8‑12 weeks
- Day, evening and weekend classes
- Built for career changers & beginners
Tech in Surgery Training Made to Prepare You for TS‑C Certification
One of the fastest surgical healthcare training programs in Bakersfield, this program prepares you to pass National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) certification exam for Tech in Surgery (TS‑C).
Upon completion of the course and your surgical tech externship, you’ll have knowledge and experience in:
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Pharmacology & Medical Terminology
- Sterile Field Maintenance
- Aseptic Surgical Technique
- Setting Up Surgical Instruments and Drapes
- Passing Surgical Instruments and Other Sterile Supplies to Surgeons and Assistants
- Energy Sources in the Perioperative Area
Affordable Training with Flexible Payment Options—Talk to Admissions Today
Altamont Healthcare makes healthcare career training accessible with payment plans, discounts and financing options tailored to your needs.
- Payment plans available
- Discounts for upfront tuition
- Financing + third-party funding options
- Admissions advisors help you find the best path
From Enrollment to Employment in 3 Simple Steps
- Request Info & Talk to Admissions
- Complete Training + Certification Prep
- Gain Experience Through Externship
Application Review Starts May 30th
Take the First Step
Fill out the form below to receive program details about Altamont Healthcare’s Surgical Technology accelerated program.
By submitting this form, you agree to receive recurring messages from Altamont Healthcare. Recipients opt-in via a form, which says I consent to receive conversations (between employees), conversations (external) text messages from Altamont Healthcare. Reply STOP to opt-out; Reply HELP for support; Message and data rates apply; Messaging frequency may vary. Visit https://altamonthealthcare.com/privacy-policy/ for privacy policy and https://altamonthealthcare.com/terms-and-conditions-of-website-use/ for Terms of Service