Skyline College San Bruno, California

Skyline College’s Surgical Technology Program is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel as surgical technologists. As integral members of surgical teams, graduates will assist surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses in delivering optimal patient care before, during, and after surgical procedures. The curriculum blends rigorous academic instruction with intensive clinical practice, providing students with hands-on experience in preparing instruments, passing them to surgeons, and managing specialized equipment. The program emphasizes the development of manual dexterity, critical thinking, and emotional stability, essential for success in this demanding field. Students benefit from access to a state-of-the-art simulation lab that enhances the learning experience. Upon completion, graduates earn an Associate of Science degree and are eligible to sit for the national certification exam. This program offers a pathway to a fulfilling career with high job security and opportunities for advancement, including roles as surgical nurses, instructors, or managers in healthcare facilities or related businesses.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Skyline College 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.