Texas State Technical College Waco, Texas

Texas State Technical College’s Surgical Technology program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel as entry-level Surgical Technologists. The program combines rigorous classroom instruction with invaluable hands-on experience in simulated labs and real hospital operating rooms. Through a hybrid learning model, students in Harlingen benefit from the flexibility of online learning coupled with focused, in-person training. The comprehensive curriculum dives deep into essential subjects such as anatomy, physiology, microbiology, and pharmacology, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for the demands of the profession. Furthermore, the program’s national accreditation through CAAHEP guarantees a high standard of education, allowing graduates to confidently pursue certification through the NBSTSA and embark on rewarding careers assisting surgeons and nurses in the operating room, contributing directly to patient care and the advancement of medical procedures.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Texas State Technical 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.