Surgical Technology, AAS (AAS.SURGT)

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Associate in Applied Science in Surgical Technology

65 Credit Hours

This program prepares students to enter the workforce with the skills required in surgical technology. Graduates of this program will be skilled in providing proficient care to individuals in the surgical arena.

Accreditations

Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA)

19751 Main St., #339

Parker, CO 80138

303-694-9262

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)

9355-113th St. N, #7709

Seminole, FL 33775

727-210-2350

Related Certificates

The Health Sciences Preparation Certificate (CAS.HEALSP) (CAS.HEALSP.SUR Pathway) can be used to fulfill some of the requirements of this associate degree. Some courses may be required prior to admission to this program. Your faculty advisor or success coach can help to tailor your plan.

Part A - General Education Requirements

REQ Communication: ENG 101 - English Composition I Credit: 3
REQ Math/Science: MAT 155 - Contemporary Mathematics Credit: 3
REQ Other: BIO 210 - Anatomy and Physiology I Credit: 4
REQ Humanities: Select from
Humanities
Credit: 3
REQ Social Science: Select from Behavioral/Social Sciences (PSY 201 Recommended) Credit: 3

Total: 16

Part B - Major Requirements

AHS 104 - Medical Vocabulary-Anatomy Credit: 3
BIO 211 - Anatomy and Physiology II Credit: 4
SUR 101 - Introduction to Surgical Technology Credit: 5
SUR 102 - Applied Surgical Technology Credit: 5
SUR 103 - Surgical Procedures I Credit: 4
SUR 104 - Surgical Procedures II Credit: 4
SUR 105 - Surgical Procedures III Credit: 4
SUR 110 - Introduction to Surgical Practicum Credit: 5
SUR 112 - Surgical Practicum I Credit: 4
SUR 113 - Advanced Surgical Practicum Credit: 6
SUR 120 - Surgical Seminar Credit: 2
SUR 123 - Sterile Processing Technology Credit: 3

Total: 49

Admission and Program Requirements

General admissions and program specific procedures are required for Health Science programs, such as mandated orientation session and health record requirements. View the specific requirements by visiting the Health Sciences division page.

Applicants will be admitted to this program on a first-qualified, first-admitted basis. Applicants are considered to be qualified for admission to the next available class when they meet all college and program requirements. View the starting semesters page for more information.

For more information, review the program information and information sessions page. Visit the course programs and progression page for program completion and course progression information.

Course Sequence

Review the Surgical Technology, AAS - Course Sequence for a recommended sequence of courses. Please contact your advisor for guidance. A recommended course sequence is a structured plan to help students complete degree requirements efficiently.