Objective:

This curriculum is designed to help students work effectively in the health care environment. The surgical technologist works under medical supervision to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures. The surgical technologist works to ensure that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.

A surgical technologist possesses expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combines the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation of tools and technologies to facilitate a physician’s performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

Program Description:
Students’ preparation includes extensive theoretical and operating room background in the areas of human anatomy and physiology, surgical asepsis, introduction to surgical technology, principles and practices of surgical technology, surgical pharmacology, surgical terminology, and surgical procedures. Emphasis will be placed on information and technique necessary for successfully passing the Tech in Surgery Certification administered by the National Center for Competency Testing.   Students will be prepared for an entry-level position as a Surgical Technologist.  At the conclusion of the courses, students will receive a diploma in Surgical Technology.

Length of Program