Surgical Technology A.A.S. (Plan 21SA)
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Award Type
Associate in Applied Science A.A.S.
Catalog Description
This is a limited-enrollment, day only program. Students are required to meet the screening requirements in effect at the time of screening. Students who screen and are accepted into a limited enrollment program will be required to complete the curriculum that is in place at the time of entrance into the program. If students who screen are not granted admission, they must rescreen and satisfy all screening and curriculum requirements in place for a future program start. |
Once the program has been completed, students should be able to:
Apply surgical technology knowledge to support safe perioperative patient care.
Apply theory of aseptic technique in daily OR schedules.
Apply the Surgical Technology Code of Ethics and professional conduct standards in clinical situations.
Apply surgical technology knowledge and skills consistent with CST exam standards and entry-level practice.
Demonstrate entry-level surgical technology knowledge, technical skills, and professional behaviors required by employers in the perioperative setting.
Perform core surgical technologist skills, including aseptic technique and sterile field maintenance.
Demonstrate professional behavior consistent with surgical technology standards, ethics, and teamwork.
Total Hours for Completion
61.5- 67.5 credit hours