Surgical Technology, A.A.S.
The Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology prepares students to work under the supervision of a surgeon to assist the safe and efficient performance of invasive surgical procedures and ensure the operative procedure is performed under optimal conditions for patient safety.
Field/Clinical Course
These courses have a clinical component that require a background check on admission, drug testing, active CPR card, and current immunizations.
Capstone Course
The course includes a 360-hour preceptorship and a review for the NBSTSA Certification Exam.
NBSTSA Surgical Technology Certification Exam is a course requirement of ST 212 SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY CAPSTONE. Successful students earn the credential of a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
Students should average 15 credit hours per semester, or 30 per year, to graduate on time.
Total Degree Credits: 60
Preparation for Admission
- High School graduate or equivalent (USA GED)
- Meet requirements for general admission to college and be admitted to college
- Meet technical standards for admission with or without reasonable accommodations
- No history of felony convictions
Admission to Program
- Submit completed Nursing and Health Sciences application
- Provide official copy of high school and prior college transcripts
- 2.0 GPA from high school and/or college
- Complete pre-admission entrance exam
Completion of the application process does not imply the applicant will be admitted to the ST program. Due to space limitations, qualified applicants are ranked according to the Entrance Exam and GPA.
Acceptance to Program
- Comply with clinical practice requirements
- Physical exam
- Immunizations
- CPR
- Drug Testing
Graduation Requirements
- Completion of 60 credit hours as outlined in the program of study
- Maintain minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
- A grade of “C” or better in each course in the program of study
- Complete the NBSTSA Surgical Technology Certification Exam