Meridian Institute of Surgical Assisting Nashville, Tennessee

The Surgical Tech program at Meridian Institute of Surgical Assisting is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience necessary to excel as integral members of the surgical team. Through a blend of classroom instruction, hands-on laboratory simulations, and extensive clinical rotations, students learn the principles of aseptic technique, surgical instrumentation, and surgical procedures across a wide range of specialties. Expect a comprehensive curriculum that covers topics such as anatomy and physiology, microbiology, pharmacology, and surgical technology principles. The program typically lasts between 18-24 months and prepares graduates to assist surgeons during operations, ensuring a safe and efficient surgical environment. Upon successful completion, graduates are eligible to sit for the national certification exam to become Certified Surgical Technologists (CST). Career paths for surgical technologists include working in hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, and other healthcare settings. With a focus on patient safety and professional development, Meridian Institute aims to prepare highly competent and sought-after surgical technologists.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Meridian Institute of Surgical Assisting 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.