Associate of Science - Surgical Technology

Prepares the student to function in operating rooms under the direct supervision of physicians and nurses. A major portion of the learning experience will take place in hospital operating rooms.

Program Student Learning Outcomes: • Upon completion of the program, the student will demonstrate the ability to articulate professionally and competently in perioperative setting. • Upon completion of the program, the student will demonstrate the ability to analyze patient data related to their surgical condition and adjust the patient's intraoperative plan of care according to the findings. • Upon completion of the program, the student will analyze, compute and adjust operative equipment and instrument settings for the surgical patient in the perioperative setting. • Upon completion of the program, the student will demonstrate collegiality and appropriate communication techniques when working with diverse healthcare providers and patients in the perioperative setting. • Upon completion of the program, the student will demonstrate critical thinking skills and differentiation in provision of intraoperative care for patients from various cultural backgrounds.