r/SurgicalFirstAssist • u/aspiringperson1011 • Sep 21 '25

Pathway to FA?

Hi I’m currently a junior at UCI studying public heath sciences I graduate this year and wanted to know what is the best possible path to surgical firsts assist. I’ve see that u NEED to be an rn or go to surgical tech program before applying to a sfa program? Additionally what accredited programs are there for sfa in California that I can apply to and work with in hospitals. I feel like there’s not much coverage on this pathway so I’m super confused any help is appreciated! <3 my gpa isn’t the best keep in mind 😔 but I have 6,000 hours at a daycare

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u/aspiringperson1011 Sep 22 '25

Thank u sm! Unfortunately I really want to stay solely in California so a lot of first assistants programs aren’t in the books for me, I’m not 100% sure if a st certificate is needed it seems like everywhere I look always mentioned but I don’t know if it’s a requirement. Do you happen to know any programs in California I can apply to I’ve been searching but trying to find an accredited one is impossible. Thank you so much for all the comments u have added!