Endoscopy Technician

About the Program

The Endoscopy Technician program is designed for individuals interested in caring for the endoscopy patient. Upon completion of the program, graduates may gain employment as an Endoscopy Technician who handles the scopes, supplies and equipment during all types of endoscopy procedures. The Endoscopy Technician may gain employment in hospitals, surgery centers, and free standing endoscopy suites.

AWARD TYPES: Certificate Level 2

AREA OF STUDY: Health Sciences

Degrees and Certificates

Learn more about the Degrees and Certificates offered by this program by visiting the HCC Catalog.

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Program Outcomes

STUDENTS WILL BE ABLE TO:

Demonstrate knowledge of the basic endoscopy skills necessary to function safely and effectively

Demonstrate competencies in the core components of the endoscopy technician knowledge and skills

Program Information

A Career in Endoscopy

An Endoscopy Technician, a member of the endoscopic team in an endoscopy suite, assists in delivering patient care before, during and following endoscopy procedures. Endoscopy Technician prepares and understands the specific uses of technical equipment, supplies and the numerous techniques required for all types of endoscopic procedures.

The Endoscopy Technician Program is for the person who seeks a challenging, diverse and fast-paced health career that offers a vast range of employment opportunities.

Cost

Pre-Requisite/Pre Entrance semester	Cost
Tuition** – varies based on hours taken	$389
Criminal Background/Drug Screening	$95
Physical Exam	$100
Immunization	$200
Medical Insurance	Varies
*SUB* *TOTAL*	*$784*
1st Semester (16 semester hours)
Tuition**	$1226
Books	$300
Uniforms	$150
Supplies	$100
Liability Insurance	$20
Parking (4months)	Varies
*SUB* *TOTAL*	*$1,796*
2nd Semester (14 semester hours)
Tuition**	$1075
Books	$300
Supplies	$100
Parking (4months)	Varies
*SUB* *TOTAL*	*$1,475*
*ESTIMATED Total Program Cost*	*$4055*

*Costs are estimated and are subject to change.
**Tuition is based on in-district residency
Due to increases/decreases in books and supplements, please check the book store website at www.hccs.edu/bookstore
For updated cost information. Only required books are included in the estimate. Out-of-District tuition is $172.50/hour; Out of State tuition is $314.00/hour. Search for “tuition calculator” at hccs.edu and you can calculate HCC tuition and fees based on residency.

Required Essential Functions

Endoscopy Technician Certificate

Estimated Costs*

Pre-Requisite/Pre Entrance semester	Cost
Tuition** – varies based on hours taken	$389
Criminal Background/Drug Screening	$95
Physical Exam	$100
Immunization	$200
Medical Insurance	Varies
*SUB* *TOTAL*	*$784*
1st Semester (16 semester hours)
Tuition**	$1226
Books	$300
Uniforms	$150
Supplies	$100
Liability Insurance	$20
Parking (4months)	Varies
*SUB* *TOTAL*	*$1,796*
2nd Semester (14 semester hours)
Tuition**	$1075
Books	$300
Supplies	$100
Parking (4months)	Varies
*SUB* *TOTAL*	*$1,475*
*ESTIMATED Total Program Cost*	*$4055*

Online Program Restrictions

Language Option Restrictions

Some online programs require students to participate in foreign language courses as part of the program’s required curriculum. Please contact your advisor for more information about specific program requirements and available language options. If you would like to take courses in a language that is not offered online, you would have to do so on campus.

Elective Course Restrictions

Some HCC Online programs may have a limited number of elective options available, based on which of the designated electives are currently offered online. If an elective course is not available online, it will be denoted in the program’s degree plan.

Required Course Restrictions
Some HCC Online programs may require students to participate in one or more campus-based courses as part of a given program’s required curriculum. If a program requires participation in a campus-based course, the campus-based course will be denoted in the program’s degree plan.

Potential Course Restrictions
Some courses may require students to participate in campus-based laboratory sessions or proctored examinations. Please review your course syllabus to determine if your online course has an on-campus laboratory or examination requirement.

Ready to apply? Ok, let's start!

Applications for this program are accepted during the specific application window listed in the Admission Guide. Evaluation of submitted applications begins once the application window has closed. All admissions selection communications will be sent to your preferred listed email account on your online application. So be sure to check this regularly for information, requests, and correspondences. If you received a not admitted letter, you must re-apply during the next appropriate application period.

1. Complete an information session

Complete a virtual information session.

2. Review the Admissions Guide

Please review the Admissions Guide for the desired program:

Endoscopy Technician Admissions Guide

3. Are you a current/former HCC Student?

If you are currently/formerly a registered HCC student with a valid student ID number and preferred email address, please proceed to step 4.

If you do not yet have a HCC student ID number, please apply for HCC at www.applytexas.org/