Associate of Science in Surgical Technology

Skyline College s Surgical Technology combine academic and clinical instruction that includes learning to prepare surgical instruments, passing them to the surgeon and handling specialized equipment. Skyline College offers a 12-month program admitting one cohort each summer and upon completion the student receives a Certificate of Completion which qualifies the graduate to sit for the national certification exam administered by the National Board for Surgical Technologists and Surgical Assistants. With an additional 30 units of General Education credits, a graduate of the program may apply for an Associate of Science degree in Surgical Technology. Surgical technology offers a fun, interesting, and occasionally stressful work environment where surgeons rely on well-trained personnel to ensure everything is ready for optimal patient care.