The following list shows states and territories that CBC’s Surgical Technology program either meets or does not meet their educational requirements for licensure. States or territories that we have not made a determination on are not listed.
For additional information please reach out to the Health%20Sciences%20School or the licensure board for that state. See our Professional Licensure page for more information on professional licensure requirements.
Alaska
Alaska does not require a license to be a surgical technologist, however Columbia
Basin College's program meets the requirements to take the certified surgical technologist
(CST) exam which is often needed to work in a healthcare setting. Students who are
interested in working in Alaska can contact the program contact for more information.
Arizona
Arizona does not require a license to be a surgical technologist, however Columbia
Basin College's program meets the requirements to take the certified surgical technologist
(CST) exam which is often needed to work in a healthcare setting. Students who are
interested in working in Arizona can contact the program contact for more information.
California
California does not require a license to be a surgical technologist, however Columbia
Basin College's program meets the requirements to take the certified surgical technologist
(CST) exam which is often needed to work in a healthcare setting. Students who are
interested in working in California can contact the program contact for more information.
Minnesota
Minnesota does not require a license to be a surgical technologist, however Columbia
Basin College's program meets the requirements to take the certified surgical technologist
(CST) exam which is often needed to work in a healthcare setting. Students who are
interested in working in Minnesota can contact the program contact for more information.
Oregon
Columbia Basin College has determined this program meets the educational requirements
for licensure in Oregon. Students who are interested in working in Oregon can contact
the Oregon Health Authority and/or the CBC program contact.
South Dakota
South Dakota does not require a license to be a surgical technologist, however Columbia
Basin College's program meets the requirements to take the certified surgical technologist
(CST) exam which is often needed to work in a healthcare setting. Students who are
interested in working in South Dakota can contact the program contact for more information.
