“To prepare competent, workforce ready surgical technologists.”
STAT 605 is a Surgical Technology Apprenticeship training company focusing on related instruction, in collaboration with the healthcare facility providing hands-on experience for the apprentice to be eligible for national certification. Experience is a one-year, full-time training program that may be completed sooner. Healthcare facilities can begin apprentices throughout the year with the ability to customize the program to fit your needs.
The apprentice is mentored by experienced surgical technologists while learning hands-on skills and will complete the related instruction online through STAT 605 with a qualified instructor. We are committed to providing top-quality education while maintaining a positive learning environment to build a strong surgical technologist workforce.
Upon completion of the program, the apprentice is eligible to sit for the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) national certification exam.
STAT605 is registered by the Minnesota Office of Higher Education.
Erin Howardson, Executive Director and Instructor holds a Master’s Degree and is a 27-year Certified Surgical Technologist. She has been a solo program director/instructor/clinical coordinator at the collegiate level for 12 years and gained experience as a traveling surgical technologist at a variety of facilities. She has now transitioned to providing the related instruction for U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Programs.
Due to her passion and dedication to teaching and the profession, every graduate has passed the national certification exam on their first attempt, for an overall 100% pass rate.
“Achieving student success is my top priority. It’s crucial to educate competent surgical technologists for healthcare facilities to ensure patient safety.”
