Plaza College launches $1M surgical tech training program

Plaza College in New York City has opened a new $1 million certified surgical technologist medical simulation operation room, QNS reported Dec. 3.  

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The center is the first of its kind in the borough of Queens and will create an immersive experience for students that simulates a hospital operating room. Plaza College introduced the certified surgical technologist program to address a critical shortage of operating room staff in New York City.

The program accommodates a class of 20 students, and graduates go on to earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree and a national certification credential.

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