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Surgical Assistants Temporary

72. What about my real world experience? I have worked "x" number of years as a Surgical Assistant. Does that count towards my educational requirements?

  • Read more about 72. What about my real world experience? I have worked "x" number of years as a Surgical Assistant. Does that count towards my educational requirements?

71. I have been working for a Doctor of Podiatry/Optometrist/Dentist for the last three years. Can I use this experience towards the 2000 hour requirements?

  • Read more about 71. I have been working for a Doctor of Podiatry/Optometrist/Dentist for the last three years. Can I use this experience towards the 2000 hour requirements?

70. I graduated from a Surgical Assistant educational program but it was not CAAHEP accredited. Can I still use this education for the requirement?

  • Read more about 70. I graduated from a Surgical Assistant educational program but it was not CAAHEP accredited. Can I still use this education for the requirement?

69. Do I need a license to practice as a surgical assistant in Texas?

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29. I graduated from a Medical School overseas and it is difficult for me to obtain a certified transcript of my scores and classes from them. Can I submit a copy of this from my own files?

  • Read more about 29. I graduated from a Medical School overseas and it is difficult for me to obtain a certified transcript of my scores and classes from them. Can I submit a copy of this from my own files?

13. Who do I call if I have questions?

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12. What do I need to do to update my name on the application?

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11. Is there a reduced fee for military applicants?

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10. Is my social security number subject to open records through TMB?

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8. Can I submit an application using my nickname or shortened version of my given name?

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