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2017-2018 Academic Catalog 
    
2017-2018 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Surgical Technology, A.A.S.


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This program is designed to instruct students in the tasks and responsibilities of a surgical technologist in the operating room. Areas of study will include, but are not limited to, aseptic technique, positioning of patients, preparation of instrumentation, pulling of case carts, setting up rooms, and assisting surgeons. By the end of the degree studies, the student will be able to independently prepare for a procedure and assist the surgeon in a great patient care outcome.

Students who successfully complete the courses will be eligible to take the national certification examination of the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).

San Juan College’s Surgical Technology porgram is accredited by:

The Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
1361 Park Street
Clearwater FL 33756

The deadline for submitting the complete application to the program is April 30 for beginning the program in August. For additional information about the program and the application process, please contact the Surgical Technology program well in advance of the deadline. You may contact Surgical Technology at 505-566-3853 or SurgicalTech@sanjuancollege.edu.

A student must earn a grade of C or higher in all courses to obtain a degree.

Total Prerequisite Credits: 19


Total General Education Credits: 15-16


Total Program Core Credits: 38


Total Credits: 72-73


Suggested Course Sequence Full-time Students:


(Cohort only by selection)
Students who for any reason are unable to follow the suggested course sequence should contact an academic advisor for help with adjustments.
 

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