Surgical Technology Associate in Applied Science
Program Description
This program prepares students to pass instruments, sutures and sponges and to assist in surgery.
The Surgical Technology Program is a Phase I/Phase II Program.
Embedded Certificate
This program contains one or more embedded certificates which will automatically be awarded if the certificate requirements are met unless the student completes and submits the Program of Study Change Form requesting to opt out of the embedded certificate.
Mission Statement
The Surgical Technology Department is dedicated to the preparation of individuals to meet the health care needs of the public. Graduate surgical technologists will be able to provide competent care to individuals, families and communities. Competent care encompasses the promotion of health and wellness, knowledge in health care policy, promotion of advocacy, utilization and participation in competency-based education and application of leadership skills in a variety of health care settings.
Entrance Requirements
High school diploma or GED
See “Program Requirements” Section for additional requirements.
Type of Program
Day
Location
The Surgical Technology Program is located on the Barton Campus
Employment Opportunities
Hospitals, surgical centers, obstetrical care, veterinarians’ offices, private surgeons’ offices, physician’s offices, sterile processing departments and GI labs
Professional Credentials
Certified Surgical Technologist (subject to passing exam)
- Graduates are eligible to sit for the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Exam.
Program Accreditation
The Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
9355-113th Street, N. #7709
Seminole, FL 33775
(727) 210-2350
https://www.caahep.org/
Visit our web page at https://www.gvltec.edu/surgtech/.
Pre-Program/Phase I Admission Requirements
- Must meet college admission requirements.
- Complete Online Career Talk for Surgical Technology within two years of applying to the Phase II.
Phase II Admission Requirements
- Completed all Phase I courses with a grade of “C” or better.
- Have a minimal 2.50 technical GPA for Phase I courses.
- Complete and submit the Weighted Admission Form with supporting documentation for Phase II between March 15 and May 15.
- Students with the highest scores on their weighted admission application will receive an admission letter, intent form and physical exam form.
After acceptance into Phase II
Before beginning clinical coursework, students will be required to
- Attend a new student orientation for the Surgical Technology program.
- Be able to attend all clinical experiences, which require driving to and from clinical sites.
- Have an acceptable background for seven years prior to entering Phase II. Some convictions greater than seven years old may prevent progression through the program.
- Submit a physical exam form completed by a licensed practicing physician or certified nurse practitioner indicating good physical and mental health with current immunizations.
- Submit to drug screening prior to attending clinical in Phase II. Must have a negative 10-panel drug screen. Students are strictly prohibited from being under the influence of alcohol or any drug/medication which alters behavior or appearance of capability while engaged in any portion of their formal educational experience.
- Submit documentation of current American Heart Association Healthcare provider CPR certification (must be maintained throughout Phase II once admitted into this program).
- Complete assigned pre-clinical education training requirements prior to the start of clinical experiences and annually thereafter.
- Students will be required to successfully complete the sterile processing certification to progress to the second semester of the Surgical Technology program.
Listed below is the ideal grouping of courses in order by semester. This plan assumes a full-time schedule. Note, however, that many variables can affect this plan, and not every course is offered every semester. Please see your advisor to map out your own personalized progression toward graduation.
| First Semester | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 101 | English Composition I | 3 |
| MAT 120 | Probability and Statistics | 3 |
| or MAT 110 | College Algebra | |
| PSY 201 | General Psychology | 3 |
| or SOC 101 | Introduction to Sociology | |
| BIO 210 | Anatomy & Physiology I | 4 |
| or BIO 215 | Anatomy | |
| Total Semester Hours | 13 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| BIO 211 | Anatomy & Physiology II | 4 |
| or BIO 216 | Physiology | |
| SPC 205 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| or SPC 209 | Interpersonal Communication | |
| BIO 225 | Microbiology | 4 |
| Humanities Elective | 3 | |
| Total Semester Hours | 14 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| SUR 101 | Introduction to Surgical Technology | 5 |
| SUR 102 | Applied Surgical Techniques | 5 |
| SUR 123 | Sterile Processing | 3 |
| Total Semester Hours | 13 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| SUR 103 | Surgical Procedures I | 4 |
| SUR 104 | Surgical Procedures II | 4 |
| SUR 110 | Introduction to Surgical Practicum | 5 |
| Total Semester Hours | 13 | |
| Fifth Semester | ||
| SUR 111 | Basic Surgical Practicum | 7 |
| SUR 120 | Surgical Seminar | 2 |
| Total Semester Hours | 9 | |
| Total Required Credit Hours | 62 | |
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General education course