Giving birth is a natural process that can occur outside of a hospital. However, in some cases, it is safer for the mother to deliver via cesarean. Doctors need qualified surgical technicians who can help prepare a mother for surgery and assist during the procedure. Those who specialize in this are obstetric/gynecological (OB/GYN) surgical techs. You should be certified to work in this field.
Get your high school diploma or GED if you do not already have it. Most surgical technician programs require this minimum education level for admittance.
Apply for and complete surgical technician training at an accredited program. Programs last between nine and 24 months. At the end of the program, you will have a certificate, diploma or associate's degree, depending on the length of training. Study courses such as biology, physiology, chemistry, pharmacology, sterilization, patient care and safety, medical ethics and medical terminology. Focus on OB/GYN procedures during your study as the program may allow you to specialize.
Take the national certification exam for surgical technicians. You can register and take the exam through the National Board of Surgical Technologists and Surgical Assistants, Liason Council on Certification for the Surgical Tech or the National Center for Competency Testing.
