Surgical Technology

7224: Postsecondary Adult Vocational Certificate (1,330 Clock Hours/44 Vocational Credits)

This program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). The Surgical Technology program prepares the individual to assume the role of surgical technician/surgical technologist who works with the surgical team delivering patient care before, during and after surgery. Upon passing the instrument test and successful completion of 240 hours, the student will have demonstrated an occupational completion point (OCP) of Central Supply Assistant. Upon completion of the program, the graduate is eligible to sit for the national certification examination. After successful completion of this exam, the individual will be a Certified Surgical Technologist.

This is a limited access program with a deadline to apply. Application directions are distributed at required information sessions. Call CFCC, 352-873-5817, for dates and times of information sessions or view online at http://www.cf.edu/health/.

The program policies including attendance, grading, clinical behaviors and readmission guidelines are found in the student handbook that each student obtains once admitted to the Surgical Technology program.

Base salary for certificate recipients: $19,000/ year–$39,000/year.

Percentage of certificate recipients placed in jobs within their field: 100%.

Program Courses

Note:

• Federal criminal background check is required for admission. Persons who have a felony history may not be eligible for admission to any CFCC Health Occupations program, including Surgical Technology.
• When more qualified students apply than can be accepted, those not accepted to the program are placed on a wait list.
• Upon acceptance into the program, a medical examination, eye exam, and proof of immunization are required.
• Accident insurance is included in lab fee. Professional liability insurance is included in college fees.
• It is necessary that students have reliable transportation to the assigned hospitals and clinical facilities which may be up to 50 miles from Ocala.