Surgical Technology/Technologist

The Surgical Technology/Technologist certificate program at Indian River State College is a one- to two-year certificate offered at this public institution in Fort Pierce, FL. Classified under CIP code 51.0909 in the surgical technology field, this program trains students to assist surgical teams with patient preparation, sterile field maintenance, and instrument handling in operating room environments.

Indian River State College also offers programs in related health fields, including Registered Nursing, Respiratory Care Therapy, and Emergency Medical Technology. Other programs at the college include an Animation and Interactive Technology associate degree and certificates in Barbering, Civil Engineering Technologies, and Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology. Students in the Surgical Technology program can expect hands-on clinical training alongside coursework in surgical procedures, microbiology, and patient safety protocols.