South Plains College Levelland, Texas

The Surgical Technology program at South Plains College provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel as integral members of the surgical team. This comprehensive program equips students with a thorough understanding of surgical procedures, instrumentation, and aseptic techniques. Students gain hands-on experience through simulated lab environments and extensive clinical rotations in affiliated hospitals and surgical centers, working alongside surgeons and other healthcare professionals. The curriculum covers topics such as anatomy and physiology, microbiology, pharmacology, patient care, and surgical specialty areas. Typically, the program leads to an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree and prepares graduates to sit for the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) exam. Successful completion of the program opens doors to exciting career opportunities as a surgical technologist in a variety of healthcare settings, assisting surgeons and ensuring a safe and efficient surgical environment.

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