Bossier Parish Community College Bossier City, Louisiana

The Surgical Technology program at Bossier Parish Community College (BPCC) is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel as vital members of the surgical team. This program typically spans around two years, culminating in an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree. Students can expect to learn a comprehensive curriculum encompassing surgical instrumentation, aseptic techniques, surgical procedures, and patient care. A strong emphasis is placed on hands-on training within a simulated surgical environment, allowing students to practice critical skills before entering clinical settings. Clinical rotations at local hospitals and surgery centers provide invaluable real-world experience in a variety of surgical specialties. The program prepares graduates to sit for the national Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) exam, opening doors to entry-level positions in hospitals, surgery centers, and other healthcare facilities. Graduates will be prepared to assist surgeons during surgical procedures, ensuring a safe and efficient operating room environment and contributing directly to patient outcomes.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Bossier Parish Community 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.