Study to earn your associate degree in surgical technology, and work to build the skills to help care for patients, prepare for surgery, keep areas sterile, and assist surgeons during surgical procedures.
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Surgical
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at South College
in Orlando
Surgical Technology Degree
South College Orlando
Program Information
Associate of Science in Surgical Technology
In our program, you’ll receive hands-on training and education for this key role. You’ll study pharmaceutical drugs, surgical procedures, and clinical care, including how to position, prep, and drape a patient.
You’ll discuss sterilization procedures, the importance of keeping surgical areas clean, and the role of microorganisms in the environment.
You’ll also focus on how to run lab tests and interpret their results. In addition to time in the classroom and our Surgical Technology lab, you’ll gain practical clinical experience in operating rooms at various hospitals and out-patient surgery centers.
Develop essential skills in:
- Surgical patient care
- Decontamination and sterile processing
- Surgery preparation and support
- Pharmaceutical drug use and effects
- Instrumentation and supply handling
South College
Orlando, FL
Explore healthcare education at South College in Orlando, FL. Our campus is situated just off of I-4, not far from Sea World. Our practical, career-focused approach to education is designed to teach you relevant skills and equip you to make a meaningful impact on your community and the professional field of your choosing. To help you succeed, our experienced faculty and staff provide one-on-one attention and mentorship and our facilities feature modern equipment and labs.
South College
Accreditation
South College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award degrees at the doctorate, educational specialist, master’s, baccalaureate, and associate levels. South College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of South College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
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