Surgical technologists are allied health professionals, who are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing surgical care to patients. Surgical technologists work under the supervision of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that the equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Surgical technologists possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic techniques. They combine 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. (Association of Surgical Technologists’ Recommended Standards of Practice)
Entrance Requirements
- Meet all College admission requirements
- Professional Program entrance requirements:
- Surgical Technology packet submitted by the deadline. Incomplete packets will not be considered for admission.
- Proof of immunizations and background checks can be time sensitive. See the CEI website for more information.
- Complete all Prerequisite courses with a minimum grade of (C+) or higher.
**The program has a limited enrollment based on clinical practicum availability.
Intended Learning Outcomes
- Provide a safe, efficient, and supportive environment for the surgical patient
- Demonstrate accountability and professional values
- Follow and demonstrate the principles of surgical asepsis
- Recognize normal and pathological anatomy and physiology to individualize surgical patient care
- Demonstrate the methods of care and handling of surgical instruments and equipment according to each surgical specialty
- Communicate effectively with the surgical team
- Demonstrate effective critical thinking skills
- Understand the need to be life-long learners
Program Costs
In addition to the registration fees, a Surgical Technology (SRT) student can expect to spend approximately $2,500 on books, supplies, testing, and miscellaneous costs while completing the SRT Associate of Applied Science Degree. Graduates are required to sit for the national certification exam at the conclusion of the program. Information regarding costs and dates for the exams will be available from the program instructor(s).
Student Work Policy
All student activities associated with the curriculum, especially while students are completing clinical rotations, will be educational in nature. Students will not receive any monetary remuneration during this educational experience, nor will the student be substituted for hired staff personnel within the clinical institution, in the capacity of a surgical technologist.
Accreditation and Certification
Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) under the direction of the Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC-STSA). The Surgical Technology Program awards all graduating students an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree, rendering them eligible to sit for the Surgical Technologist National Certification Exam (NBSTSA)) which is given as the exit exam. This purpose is to determine through examination if an individual has acquired both theoretical and practical knowledge of surgical technology. Upon passing the examination the individual earns the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential.
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
113th St. N, #7709
Seminole, FL 33775
727-210-2350
www.caahep.org
Program Continuation Requirements
All professional component specific courses must be passed with a minimum of C+ (77%), and must be passed consecutively before continuing on to the next courses.
- Sixty (60) Credits
- Financial Aid Eligible
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