Houston Community College Houston, Texas

Houston Community College’s Surgical Technology Program, located at the Coleman College for Health Sciences, offers a comprehensive six-semester curriculum designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career as a surgical technologist. The program, accredited by CAAHEP, combines classroom instruction with extensive lab practice, allowing students to master sterile techniques and instrument handling. Graduates will learn to assist surgeons in a variety of procedures, ensuring patient safety and optimal surgical outcomes. With a focus on developing clinical competencies, ethical behavior, and documented skills, HCC’s program prepares students to excel in the fast-paced operating room environment. The AAS program has a 100% certification passage rate and a high employment rate making it a prime choice for launching a healthcare career in surgical technology.

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