College of Central Florida Ocala, Florida

College of Central Florida’s Surgical Services, A.S. program equips students with the essential knowledge and skills needed for entry-level positions as surgical technologists. The curriculum provides a strong foundation in human anatomy, disease processes, microbiology, and a thorough understanding of surgical procedures, tools, and technologies. A key feature of this program is its commitment to hands-on learning, offering over 600 hours of guided clinical practice in a variety of settings, including inpatient and outpatient surgical and obstetrical units. Students gain invaluable experience by participating in a significant number of surgical cases, taking on the first scrub role. The program’s accreditation by CAAHEP assures quality and prepares graduates to confidently sit for the National Certification Exam given by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting, setting them on the path to a rewarding healthcare career. The program is considered limited access and requires an information packet.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at College of Central Florida 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.