Surgical Technology/Technologist

The Surgical Technology/Technologist certificate program at Gulf Coast State College is a two- to four-year certificate offered by this public institution in Panama City, FL. Under CIP code 51.0909, the program is part of the surgical technology field and prepares students to function as members of the surgical team, with training in sterile technique, instrument handling, and operating room procedures.

Gulf Coast State College offers this program alongside a diverse set of programs including Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Physical Therapy Assistant, Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic), Computer and Information Systems Security, and Culinary Arts/Chef Training. Students in the Surgical Technology program can expect a curriculum that balances didactic instruction with clinical practicum hours in surgical environments, preparing them for national certification examinations in surgical technology.