Surgical Technology

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Quick Facts

Certification:

Earning Potential:

Median $48,510/year

Time Frame:

1,760 Clock Hours (2 Years)
Begins each August

Location:

📌Adult Main Campus

Tuition and Fees:

Total Cost: $22,085

Financial Aid Available

Admission Info:

Pre-Requisites:

Medical Terminology
Infection Control For Health Professionals
Introduction to Clinical Microbiology
Microbiology Lab
Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
Applied Human Anatomy
Oral Communications
Written Communications
Applied Math
General Psychology
CPR/First Aid

WorkKeys Requirements:

Applied Math - 4
Graphic Literacy - 4
Workplace Docs - 5

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Program Overview

The Collins Career Technical Center in Ohio offers a Surgical Technology program for individuals interested in becoming surgical technologists. This program prepares students to assist in surgical procedures by providing care for patients, preparing and maintaining the surgical environment, and handling instruments, equipment, and supplies under the supervision of a surgeon or other healthcare professional. The curriculum covers topics such as anatomy and physiology, surgical procedures, patient care, and instrumentation, as well as hands-on training in a clinical setting. The program is full-time and typically takes 11 months to complete. Upon completing the program, students can take the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) certification examination to become certified surgical technologists. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual wage for surgical technologists was $48,510 in May 2021. Job growth for surgical technologists is projected to be much faster than average for all occupations.

What do Surgical Technicians do?

Surgical technologists typically do the following:

Prepare operating rooms for surgery
Sterilize equipment and make sure that there are adequate supplies for surgery
Ready patients for surgery, such as by washing and disinfecting incision sites
Help surgeons during surgery by passing them instruments and other sterile supplies
Count supplies, such as surgical instruments, to ensure that no foreign objects are retained in patients
Maintain a sterile environment to prevent patient infection

Faculty

Vanessa Kerssey

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Department(s)

Faculty

Title(s)

Surgical Technology Program Director

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The Details

Goals and Objectives

Program Mission Statement

It is our mission to serve our community's needs by educating and preparing our students to function within the scope of practice of a Surgical Technologist and to produce competent, entry-level Surgical Technologists that are prepared to sit for the NBSTSA (National Board of Surgical Technology & Surgical Assisting) examination.

Program Vision Statement

We inspire to produce the utmost quality Surgical Technologists with long-lasting educational skills to help them excel and exceed all expectations in their career field. We strive to have the highest balance of academic education and hands-on approach that an entry-level Surgical Technician can possess while also implementing future graduates with the ability to compete and advance in this career field with hard work ethics and proper patient care etiquette.

Program Objectives

A Surgical Technologist is a professional who works under the direction of a licensed surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures. The primary focus of all surgical team members is to provide a seamless, safe, and efficient surgical experience with a positive patient outcome. A surgical technologist possesses expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic techniques and combines the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. Surgical technologists prepare the operating room by selecting and opening sterile supplies. Preoperative duties also include assembling, adjusting, and checking non-sterile equipment to ensure that it is in proper working order. Typical duties include operating sterilizers, lights, suction machines, electrosurgical units, and diagnostic equipment. So that surgery may proceed smoothly, surgical technologists anticipate the needs of surgeons, pass instruments and efficiently provide sterile items. They share with the circulator the responsibility of accounting for sponges, needles, and tools before, during, and after surgery. They are responsible for preparing and applying sterile dressings following the procedure and may assist in the application of non-sterile dressings, including plaster or synthetic casting materials. After surgery, they prepare the operating room for the next patient. Our program is designed to meet the standards required to take the Certified Surgical Technologist exam (CST), written and administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).

As a student in the Surgical Technology program, you will:

Become knowledgeable on current operating room procedures.
Learn how to work under high-pressure situations.
Gain first-hand experience in a healthcare setting.
Complete a surgical rotation case requirements.

A Certificate is granted from Collins Career Center upon satisfactory completion of the program. Graduates are eligible to take the national certification exam administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), 6 West Dry Creek Circle, Suite 100, Littleton CO, 80120 Phone #800-707-0057 web site: www.nbstsa.org.

Collins Career Technical Center, Surgical Technology applicants are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. You must comply with all health screening guidelines and application processes. Applications must be hand-delivered with proof of identification to one of our locations. The Program accepts 24 students only. An alternate list is generated for prospective students over the allotted enrollment. Applicants of the Surgical Technology Program should be aware of the following desired characteristics as identified by the Association of Surgical Technologists, www.ast.org:

Performing under pressure in stressful and emergencies is essential to surgical technologists.
A stable temperament, a strong sense of responsibility, considerable patience, and concern for order are required.
Manual dexterity and physical stamina are vital.
Must be able to work quickly but accurately, and be able to integrate several activities according to priority.
Must be keenly sensitive to the needs of patients as well as the needs of other members of the surgical team.
Individuals who practice this profession strongly desire to help others and contribute to society.

Articulation Agreement

Student Work Policy

All student activities associated with the curriculum will be educational, especially while students are completing clinical rotations. Students will not receive any monetary remuneration during his/her clinical or academic experience, nor will the student be substituted for hired staff personnel within the clinical institution in the capacity of a Surgical Technologist.

Courses

Length of Course

The Surgical Technology program at Collins Career Technical Center (CCTC) is a two (2) semester, one (1) year program. Prospective students must complete prerequisite courses at Mountwest Community and Technical College before applying to the Surgical Technology program. Students will attend 11 consecutive months at CCTC beginning in August of each year, with completion of the program the following June. Upon completing the program, students will receive a Certificate in Surgical Technology from CCTC and an Associate in Applied Science from Mountwest Community and Technical College. Students will sit for the NBSTSA National Board exam to become Certified Surgical Technologists.

The Program begins in August and completes the following June. Classes meet Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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The pre-entrance Exam is required for the program - see WorkKeys link for more information

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If you are concerned about being able to make required scores and you would like to "brush up" on some of your skills prior to the pre-entrance exam, the Collins Career Technical Center's ABLE program is available for tutoring services Monday - Thursday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.

Individuals with a passing score on all parts of the pre-entrance examination will be mailed an application packet for admission.

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Celebrating Surgical Technology Week

Celebrating Surgical Technology Week, Collins Career Technical Center's esteemed Surgical Technology Career Technical Program shines the spotlight on the crucial role of surgical technologists. Our intensive two-year program, guided by Vanessa Kersey and dedicated faculty, prepares students to excel in real-life surgical scenarios and for the NBSTSA examination. Offering comprehensive academic education and practical clinical experience, our program, culminating with an Associate of Applied Science Degree, shapes proficient, dedicated professionals adept in patient care and surgical procedures. This week, we honor these unsung heroes and their invaluable contributions to the healthcare sector.