SURTC.AAS - Surgical Technologist
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Program Title
Surgical Technologist AAS Degree
Program Code
SURTC.AAS
Degree Type
Associate in Applied Science
Minimum Credits for Program Completion
63.5
Program Eligible for Financial Aid?
Yes
Subject
Semesters to Complete Program
5
Program Description
Prepares individuals for employment as entry-level surgical technologists. In the first year of the program, students complete the basic technical and academic support courses. The second year focuses on advanced technical courses and the clinical component of the program. There are two major clinical courses in the second year of the program. Students spend approximately 600 hours in a variety of diverse, quality clinical settings. Core courses in the program are offered only in the semester as indicated in the course sequence. This program meets the standard program guidelines for clinical case requirements.
Program Accreditation Information
The Surgical Technology Program is accredited through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon recommendation of the Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (303) 694-9262.
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
9355-113th St N. #7709
Seminole, FL 33775
727-210-2350
www.caahep.org
Faculty Contact
Julie Jackson
Faculty Contact Email
Faculty Contact Phone
313-845-9733
Faculty Contact Office Location
G-133K
Academic Advisor
Samer Atris
Academic Advisor Contact Email
Academic Advisor Contact Phone
313-317-6862
Academic Advisor Office Location
G-203C
School
Health & Human Services
Academic Department
Health Careers, Education, and Human Services