Surgical Technology Diploma

PROGRAM INFORMATION

The Surgical Technology program prepares students to perform various duties during surgery by assisting in the maintenance of an aseptic environment through a system of specific techniques and practices. The technologist contributes to overall patient care as part of the surgical team by passing equipment and instruments to the surgeon; assisting the surgeon; selecting instruments for surgical cases; setting up cases; and assisting the circulatory personnel intraoperatively. Surgical Technologists may find employment in hospitals, clinics, or physicians' offices. Hospital employment areas include operating and emergency rooms, labor and delivery, endoscopy units, central sterile processing areas, and ambulatory surgery centers.

SCHEDULING AND ENTRY OPTIONS

Courses in the major are offered only during the day and begin in the Fall Semester. Full-time day students complete requirements in three consecutive terms, including the Summer Term. General Education courses are offered both day and evening and can be completed at any time before or during the program.

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