The Surgical Technology event is a Health Professions Event for a single competitor, being run as a pilot event in Montana. Because it is a pilot event, and not a National HOSA event, there is no online test and competitors cannot advance to ILC in this event. Please be sure to check the guidelines which tell you how to prepare for this events, as well as, the Montana Gotta Have It list which informs you of the equipment you are responsible for bringing to SLC.

SLC Competition Information:

1. A “mystery skill(s)” will be announced on January 24, 2022 in which competitors will be asked to film a video of themselves performing one-two of the technical skills from the skills rubric. Along with the “mystery skill” tips for how to record and instructions for uploading the video will be released. Competitors should continue to follow all guidelines required including proper dress and professional interactions with their patient and judges. Deadline to submit the video is February 11, 2022.

2. The technical skill video above will be used as a qualifier to compete at state.