Avon Park Surgical Tech Program
Highlands County Surgical Tech Program
33825 Surgical Tech Program
The Surgical Tech program at South Florida State College prepares students for a rewarding career as a vital member of the surgical team. This program blends classroom instruction with intensive hands-on training, equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary to assist surgeons during surgical procedures. Students will learn about surgical instruments, sterile techniques, anatomy, physiology, and patient safety protocols. The program emphasizes the importance of anticipating the surgeon’s needs and maintaining a sterile operating room environment. A significant portion of the curriculum is dedicated to clinical rotations, providing students with invaluable real-world experience in hospitals and surgical centers. The program’s duration is typically around two years, culminating in an Associate of Science (AS) degree. Graduates are generally eligible to take the national certification exam, and successful completion of this exam leads to increased employment opportunities. Upon graduation, students can pursue careers as surgical technologists, playing a crucial role in ensuring successful surgical outcomes.
South Florida State College Surgical Tech School
Below we’ve included some basic information about South Florida State College.
South Florida State College Address
600 W College Dr
Avon Park, FL 33825
Website: www.southflorida.edu/
Surgical Tech Program: South Florida State College Surgical Tech Program
Frequently Asked Questions About South Florida State College
You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at South Florida State 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.

