Surgical Technologist Degree

A.A.S. in Surgical Technology

60 credits
(4 semesters)

The Surgical Technologist is an integral member of the surgical team including the surgeon, anesthesiologist, and nurse to deliver patient care before, during and after surgery. Before an operation, surgical technologists help prepare the operating room by setting up surgical instruments and equipment. During the surgery, technologist pass instruments and other sterile supplies to surgeons and assistants.

This four semester program develops the knowledge and skills for an entry level job as a Surgical Technologist, one of the fastest growing jobs in health care. Surgical technologists work in a variety of settings including hospitals, surgery departments, obstetric departments, and ambulatory surgery centers.

The Curriculum is in alignment with the standards set forth by the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) core curriculum guidelines. Courses include:

• Health sciences (anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, anesthesia, medical terminology, microbiology)
• Technological sciences (electricity, information technology, robotics)
• Patient care concepts (bio-psycho-social needs of the patient, death and dying)
• Surgical technology equipment

Surgical Technology degree: See required courses by semester.

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See Surgical Tech course descriptions.

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Visit the Westminster Campus Allied Health department page to learn more about our program; look under the Program Information section.