OCTC surgical technology students earn 100% pass rate

October 7, 2019 | 12:47 pm

Updated October 7, 2019 | 4:48 pm

Owensboro Community and Technical College had 75 students graduate with an Associate in Applied Science degree in Surgical Technology in May. These students must also successfully pass a national professional licensure exam administered by National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) in order to gain employment in the field.

The students from OCTC achieved a 100 percent first-time pass rate on the exam. The program has earned a 100 percent first-time pass rate for six consecutive years.

“This is a great accomplishment and true testament to the dedication of the students in the program. It is also a credit to the faculty and the folks who work with the students in the clinical setting. We are extremely proud.” said OCTC President, Dr. Scott Williams.

Zara Basham, coordinator for the program added, “Our goal is to prepare students for the exam and for a surgical technology career. We try and arm them with the skills, knowledge and expectations of the workplace.”

Surgical Technology is a selective admissions program. For more information about the program, please contact Basham at (270)686-4650 or email at [email protected]. OCTC is currently enrolling for the spring semester which begins Jan. 13.

Interested students may apply online at owensboro.kctcs.edu or stop by the START Center on the Main Campus at 4800 New Hartford Road, Owensboro.

October 7, 2019 | 12:47 pm

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