Surgical Technologist / Vermont
2026 data Vermont board official source

Vermont Surgical Technologist License Requirements

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State-board requirements, fees, and renewal cycle drawn from official regulator records.

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Assists in surgical operations under the supervision of surgeons.

What the Vermont data shows for Surgical Technologists

Vermont sets the entry bar for surgical technologists at 1,000 training hours and a passing score on a state-approved exam. A background check is a standard part of the process. The credential is administered under Vermont's licensing regime, which classifies the training track as "Certificate/Degree".

Upfront cost is $100 on a 2-year cycle. Continuing education is not a listed requirement for this profession in Vermont, so the annualized maintenance burden is lower than in states that mandate ongoing hours.

Vermont handles out-of-state credentials on a case-by-case basis instead of a standing reciprocity list.

Licensing Ease Score

D
Licensing Ease Score
47/100
Surgical Technologist · Vermont

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training D
1,000 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee C-
$100
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden N/A
N/A
Renewal fee annualized over the renewal cycle
Continuing Education N/A
N/A
Continuing-education hours annualized over the renewal cycle
Experience Required N/A
N/A
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Vermont

Education / Training Hours
Certificate/Degree
1,000 hours
Exam Requirement
Required
Initial License Fee
$100
Renewal Fee
N/A
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
Not required
Criminal History Check
Required

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Vermont licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Surgical Technologist in Vermont? ▼
Vermont's requirements cover 1000 hours of education or training, a state exam, and an initial fee of $100. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as a Surgical Technologist in Vermont? ▼
To become a licensed surgical technologist in Vermont, you must meet the state's requirements including 1000 hours of education. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Vermont licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Surgical Technologist license to Vermont from another state? ▼
There's no published blanket reciprocity rule for surgical technologists in Vermont - applications from other states are reviewed individually. Interstate licensing compacts cover many occupations and may still apply. Reach out to the Vermont licensing board for the current process.
Does Vermont require a background check for Surgical Technologist licensing? ▼
A criminal background check is mandatory for surgical technologist licensing in Vermont. The state licensing board sets the disqualifying-offense criteria and review process.

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Surgical Technologist in Vermont is one requirement row in a surgical technologist-wide, 50-state comparison.

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Vermont licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.