The Associate in Science degree in Surgical Services provides the student with a broad foundation in theoretical concepts and clinical competencies of current surgical practice and prepares the student to seek employment in surgical technology.

Program Information

This program is a limited access program, which means program admission and course registration are restricted to a limited number of students each semester due to accreditation requirements addressing student-faculty ratios and clinical resources. A student first will be admitted to Pensacola State College, and after satisfying all admission requirements for this program, the student is considered for admission to the program.

The Associate in Science degree in Surgical Services accepts 20 students each Spring semester.  The graduate of the program that is seeking to become a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), must successfully complete the Certified Surgical Technologist Examination.

Program Admission Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• College Application

When the student has met the program admission requirements, the student’s application is evaluated by the Office of Admissions and ranked according to the date on which the student completed the final requirement. Students are selected in that rank order.

Program Progression Requirements

Progression through the Associate in Science degree in Surgical Services requires the following.

• A grade of C or higher in courses in the curriculum.
• Earn a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better in all courses applicable to the program of study.
• Satisfactory completion of clinical requirements which include the following:
• Level II FDLE background screen;
• Urine drug screen; and
• Immunizations and Vaccines.

Program Completion Requirements

• Earn a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better in all courses applicable to the program of study.
• Meet the academic residence requirement of completing at least 25% of the program with classes at Pensacola State College.

The Associate in Surgical Services degree includes the Technical Certificates in:

• Central Sterile Processing Technologist 
• Endoscopic Technician
• Surgical Technology Specialist 

Program Contact:

Dr. Mitzie Sowell
Department Head, Allied Health 
(850) 484-2308
msowell@pensacolastate.edu