San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield Bakersfield, California

The Surgical Technology program at San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield provides comprehensive training for individuals seeking a rewarding career assisting surgeons and medical teams in the operating room. This program emphasizes the importance of sterile techniques, a deep understanding of human anatomy, and proficiency in various therapeutic and diagnostic surgical procedures. Students gain real-world skills through extensive clinical rotations, providing invaluable experience in a surgical setting. The curriculum is designed to prepare graduates for the National Certification Exam for Surgical Technologists, leading to a nationally recognized credential. With a focus on professional behaviors, ethical conduct, and effective communication, the program equips students with the skills and knowledge employers seek. Furthermore, the accelerated 15-month timeline and the availability of the program at multiple campus locations offer flexibility for students with diverse schedules and learning preferences, allowing them to quickly launch their careers as skilled and confident surgical technologists. Financial aid options are available to help make education accessible and affordable.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield on the NCES website.

* Cohort Year represents the year for which students began their studies and applies to Graduation and Transfer Out Rates.
** Net Price is Average Net Price for 2022-2023 generated for full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded grant or scholarship aid from federal, state or local governments, or the institution. For public institutions only students paying the in-state or in-district rate are included. For institutions that charge students by program, net price is generated for the institution’s largest program.
NA (Not applicable) – Graduation rate, transfer-out rate and the net price are not applicable to institutions that do not have full-time, first-time degree-seeking undergraduate students in the applicable cohort year or the financial aid year.