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Average Surgical Technologist Salaries in New Mexico

New Mexico in general lags slightly behind the national average for salaries for most industries. Healthcare careers, and surgical technologist careers more specifically, are no exception to that. The national average for surgical technologist salaries is about $41,000 a year, whereas the average salary in New Mexico is about $40,270 each year. However, a lower cost of living plays a big part in that and salary should not be the only factor considered when deciding to study as a surgical technologist in New Mexico. (Figures courtesy of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Employment & Wages database.)

Certification Requirements for Surgical Technologists in New Mexico

There are no city, county, or state specific requirements for education to become a surgical technologist in the state of New Mexico. However, to start working as a surgical technologist in the US, you must be able to pass the National Certification Exam that is moderated by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). Once you pass this test you will be a Certified Surgical Technologist, and your certification will last four years. Having the right education from a respected and accredited institution will make passing this test, as well as finding a great job, much easier.

Financial Aid

The first stop for any student needing or wanting help to pay for college is their school’s financial aid department. They can help direct you as to how to get starting filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as well as how to apply for any scholarships or grants that you may be eligible for depending on your intended course of study, financial background, overall grades, etc. There are many factors that go into qualifying for help paying for a post-secondary education and seeking the help of an expert will ensure that you are getting all the help you are eligible for.