Surgical Technology Career and Technical Certificate (SURG-VC)
The Surgical Technology program prepares the student to perform as a member of the surgical team who works closely with surgeons, anesthesiologist, registered nurses and other surgical personnel in delivering patient care and assuming appropriate responsibilities before, during and after surgery.
The Surgical Technology Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs upon the recommendation of the Accreditation Review Committee for Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assistants (ARC-ST/SA). Information may be obtained from CAAHEP, 1361 Park Street, Clearwater, FL 33756; (727) 210-2350 and ARC-ST, 6 W. Dry Creek Circle, Suite 210, Littleton, CO 80120; (303) 694-9262
Special Admission Requirements
Admission is limited by accreditation requirements, student/faculty ratio and availability of clinical resources. Students seeking admission to the program must complete application to both the College and the program. All application requirements must be completed before students will be considered for admission to the Surgical Technology program. Admission is based on first qualified, first accepted.
Eligibility Requirements
- Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) on file, if required;
- 2.0 grade point average.
Progression to the clinical component of the program is contingent upon submission of satisfactory physical examination/immunization status and current CPR certification at the Health Care Provider level (American Heart Association); Ability to meet and comply with standards and policies in the current College catalog and Student Handbook; satisfactory background and urine drug screen.
Requirements for Progression
Progression through the ST program requires:
- Grade of C or higher in all courses in the curriculum
- Satisfactory completion of all corequisites and prerequisites
- Current CPR certification at the Health Care Provider level (American Heart Association)
- Satisfactory level of mental and physical health, including current immunizations, Hepatitis B vaccination and yearly TB testing.
Students who do not meet progression requirements must withdraw from the ST program and apply for readmission.
Interested students should contact the Nursing and Emergency Medical Services for assistance in planning your program of study.
Department Head:
Linda Whitenton, (850) 484-2253
lwhitenton@pensacolastate.edu
Certificate Requirements (1335 ch)
Semester 1 (450 ch)
Semester 2 (450 ch)
Semester 3 (435 ch)
Requirements for Readmission
Students who interrupt the specified progression through the program of study must apply for readmission to the program. A discussion of requirements for readmission will be given to the student at the time of the Exit Interview from the program by the Program Director.