The Surgical Technology Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs upon the recommendation of the Accreditation Review Committee for Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA)

1361 Park Street
Clearwater, FL 33756
(727) 210-2350

Thank you for your interest in the Surgical Technologist Program at Renton Technical College. We are excited to guide you through the application process.

Admission to the Surgical Technologist Program at RTC is a selective process due to high demand. There are two application cycles per academic year, beginning each Fall and Spring. An application cycle may remain open beyond the set deadline if program space remains available. The program accepts a maximum of 18 eligible students per cycle. Please carefully review the application dates below:

• Fall 2025 Application Cycle: June 9–13, 2025
• Spring 2026 Application Cycle: January 12–16, 2026
• Fall 2026 Application Cycle: June 8–12, 2026

Next Steps:

To apply, please complete the following two required documents using the links below. These are fillable forms for your convenience:

Submission Requirements

• Prospective student application
• Prospective student checklist

To be admitted to the Surgical Technologist Program, a prospective student must meet the following requirements:

1. Apply to Renton Technical College
2. Minimum age: 18 years old. Running Start students must be 18 by third quarter to meet clinical placement eligibility requirements.
3. Proof of high school graduation (high school diploma, GED, or high school transcripts)
4. Prerequisite course completed with a 2.0 GPA or higher.
   *BIOL& 105 must be completed prior to application to program with a minimum 2.0 GPA, within 5 years of entering the program. (Exception: may be in progress of BIOL& 105 at time of application submission)
5. Order official transcripts from previous college institution(s) if applicable (retain receipts)

If you have questions regarding transcripts or prerequisites, please contact Colleen Bassham.

SCREENING /TRACKING REQUIREMENTS: All healthcare students who have clinical rotations, externships and internships must follow the vaccination requirements of the healthcare institution where they will be working-i.e., must be fully vaccinated or have an exemption prior to their clinical rotation, externship, or internship experience. Additionally, upon invitation and acceptance to the Surgical Technologist Program, students must provide confirmation of an account established with CastleBranch.com and pass a nationwide criminal background check. 

• Annual tuberculosis skin testing (initial 2-step followed by annual 1-step)
• Annual seasonal influenza vaccine
• Background check through CastleBranch
  
  • Cost: $113.99
  • Package code: RR73
• Personal health insurance upon entry and for the duration of the ST Program
• Hepatitis B vaccine (series of 3 vaccines and immunity titer)
• Measles, mumps, and rubella (2 vaccines or proof of immunity titer)
• Varicella (2 vaccines or proof of immunity titer)
• Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap) within the last 10 years
• Physical examination
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers
• Please note that CPR certification is not a prerequisite for applying to the Surgical Technology program. Students are not required to obtain CPR certification independently prior to enrollment. CPR training is incorporated into the curriculum of the Surgical Technology program.

• Tuberculosis screening form
• Printable Forms

1. The students should be informed that “Health Insurance” is required to participate in the clinical placement process.
2. COVID Vaccination is required for clinical placement and although RTC accepts religious exemptions, clinical sites do not. If you are seeking a religious exemption, clinical sites will not except these, therefore students that choose to enroll will not be able to successful complete the program chosen.