Surgical Technology/Technologist

The Surgical Technology/Technologist certificate program (2 to 4 years) at Galveston College is offered by this public institution in Galveston, TX. Under CIP code 51.0909 in the surgical technology field, this program prepares students to assist surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses before, during, and after surgical procedures. Graduates may be eligible to pursue certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST).

Galveston College supports this surgical technology certificate alongside a variety of vocational and technical programs. Related programs at the school include Cosmetology/Cosmetologist General (certificate, 1 to 2 years), Culinary Arts/Chef Training at both certificate levels, Instrumentation Technology/Technician (certificate, 1 to 2 years), and Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer General (certificate, 1 to 2 years). Students in the surgical technology program can expect coursework in sterile technique, surgical procedures, anatomy, and clinical practicum experience in operating room settings.