Del Mar College Corpus Christi, Texas

Del Mar College’s Surgical Technology program is a comprehensive one-year course culminating in an Associate of Applied Science degree. The program is designed to equip students with the essential knowledge and skills necessary to excel as entry-level surgical technologists. Students will gain expertise in surgical aseptic techniques, familiarity with surgical procedures, and a deep understanding of anatomy, physiology, microbiology, and pathology. The curriculum emphasizes cognitive, psychomotor, and affective learning domains, ensuring graduates are well-prepared to meet the diverse needs of the surgical team. As a CAAHEP accredited program, graduates are eligible to sit for the national certification examination administered by the NBSTSA, leading to the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential, mandatory in Texas and recognized across all 50 states. With an impressive certification exam pass rate, this program offers a solid foundation for a successful career in the operating room.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Del Mar 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.