Overview of the Endoscopy Technician Training Program | April 2025-Program History Portion

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The program highlighted focuses on the critical role of endoscopy technicians and the development of a training program at Houston Community College in collaboration with the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and the American Society for GI Endoscopy. Initiated in 2015, the program launched in 2021 after gaining approval and developing a comprehensive curriculum. The initiative offers a 35-credit hour one-year course with a combination of classroom and clinical training. It includes innovative teaching methods such as a flipped classroom and extensive use of educational videos. Additionally, an apprenticeship model allows practical experience integration, supported by the U.S. Department of Labor. The program has successfully graduated several batches, providing pathways for further education and professional growth into associate and bachelor's degrees. External validation of the training through peer-reviewed exams ensures quality and sets a standard for technician development.

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Dr. G.S. Raju, from University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, will provide an overview of the origins and evolution of ASGE’s Endoscopy Technician Training Program. He’ll share the inspiration behind its development and the critical need it addresses within the endoscopy care team.

Keywords

endoscopy technicians

training program

Houston Community College

apprenticeship model

flipped classroom