Surgical Technology
Hours & Location
Day Program
1440 hours / 56 weeks
Starting August 10, 2026
Cost
Tuition and lab $9045.48 plus books, uniforms, and fees.
Testing Requirements
Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment Systems (CASAS)
Reading: 249 Math: 241
Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) – 58.7%
High School Diploma or GED required
Application & Links
OVERVIEW
Taking a surgical technology course can be a great decision for several reasons:
High Demand: Surgical technologists are in high demand, with job growth projected to increase significantly
Quick Entry into the Workforce: Many surgical technology programs can be completed in a relatively short time, often within 12-24 months
Hands-On Experience: The course provides extensive hands-on training, preparing you for real-world surgical environments. You’ll learn to assist surgeons, handle surgical instruments, and ensure patient safety during procedures
Certification Opportunities: Our NCCT Surgical Technology program prepares students to become Tech in Surgery—Certified (TS-C) professionals. The program equips students with the clinical, technical, and safety skills necessary to assist surgeons, nurses, and anesthesiologists in the operating room, maintain sterile fields, and provide critical patient care before, during, and after surgical procedures. The program of instruction is designed to prepare students to successfully sit for and obtain their TS-C credential. NCCT is the National Center for Competency Testing. We are an approved NCCT testing site.
Meaningful Work: As a surgical technologist, you’ll play a crucial role in saving lives and improving patient outcomes. Your work will have a direct impact on the health and well-being of patients
Average Salary
$61,030 /year
Community Partners and Recent Employers of Graduates:
Interested in becoming a Partner with FCTC? Contact our Dean below.
WHAT YOU'll LEARN
Instruction
The Surgical Technology program combines classroom instruction and clinical operating room experience. Students
learn sterile procedures, surgical preparation, instrument handling, patient care, and equipment operation. Training includes surgical hand scrubbing, sterile technique, patient prep, instrument passing, and professional communication.
| OCP | Course Number | Course Title | Teacher Certification | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | STS0016 | Sterile Processing Technician | OPR RM TEC @ 7 7G REG NURSE 7 G OPR REG NURSE 7 G SURG TECH 7 G PRAC NURSE @7 %7%G (Must be a Registered Nurse) |
410 Hours |
| B
|
STS0010 | Surgical Technologist 1 | 343 hours | |
| STS0011 | Surgical Technologist 2 | 343 hours | ||
| STS0012 | Surgical Technologist 3 | 344 hours |
Industry Certifications
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
- Surgical Centers
- Doctor offices
- Hospitals
OUR NUMBERS
Instructor / Contact
Name: TBA – Instructor
Email: TBA
Phone: TBA
Fax: (904) 547-3614
Name: Elaine Smith – Dean
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (904) 547-3470
Fax: (904) 547-3614
