Surgical Technology Overview (5235) Limited Access
Type of Award
CCP - Career Certificate Program
Program Website
www.palmbeachstate.edu/career-pathways/pathway-health/default.aspx
Program Description
This program is designed to prepare the student for employment as a Surgical Technologist. In a simulated surgical environment, the student will practice preparing, setting up and maintaining a sterile field; preparation of supplies and equipment for surgery; and patient preparation.
Course content includes surgical technology concepts, surgical techniques and procedures. Clinical learning experiences in an operating room and related areas are an integral part of this program.
Students in the surgical technology program learn through classroom instruction and two semesters of clinical experience in operating room and related areas.
Program Accreditation
This program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) (www.caahep.org) 1361 Park St. Clearwater, FL 33756 (727)210-2350 upon recommendation of the Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC-STSA) 6 West Dry Creek Circle Suite 110 Littleton, CO 80120 (309)694-9262.
Program Learning Outcomes
For detailed information, visit www.palmbeachstate.edu/learningoutcomes/Program-Learning-Outcomes
General Admission Requirements to the College
- Complete an Application for Admission, located at www.palmbeachstate.edu/admissions/Admissions-Applications
- Submit an official high school or GED transcript and official college/university transcripts from each post-secondary institution attended. Refer to the Admission Procedures section of the college catalog for more information regarding transcripts.
Admission Requirements for Surgical Technology
In addition to the above General Admission requirements, student must meet the following eligibility criteria to be considered for selection to the program. (Meeting admission criteria does not guarantee acceptance into the program).
- Take the TABE exam if not exempt from TABE testing. To determine is you are exempt, please go to www.palmbeachstate.edu/ academicservices/Curriculum-and-Programs
- Attend a mandatory Surgical Technology information session located on program website;
- Submit a completed Surgical Technology program application, located on the program website, by the deadline date.
Completion Requirements
Students must successfully complete all courses listed in the catalog for this program. Students must pass with the following minimum Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) scores: Reading: 11; English: 11; Mathematics: 10 or qualify for TABE exemption.
Program Length
Total program hours: 1,300 hours, three terms. This is a full-time day program from 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. (Clinical hours are 6:45 a.m. until 3:15 p.m.). There are two admission opportunities even years, (2020 Spring and Fall, 2021 Summer)
Location
The program is offered at the Lake Worth campus.
For More Information
Doreen Singer, singerd@palmbeachstate.edu, (561) 868-3830
Employment Opportunities
Graduates of the program are eligible for employment in hospital operating rooms, outpatient surgical centers, labor and delivery units, physician's offices and medical sales positions.
Career Path Notes
The Surgical Technology Program provides students with necessary job skills and motivation in keeping with standards of practice as established by the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) and the Association of Operating Room Nurses (AORN) enabling them to qualify for, secure, maintain, and advance in gainful employment in the field of Surgical Technology.
Career Center
www.palmbeachstate.edu/Career
For more information about employment opportunities including job outlook and salary information visit: Occupational Outlook Handbook: www.bls.gov/ooh
O-Net Online: www.onetonline.org
Required courses:
Required Courses (Clock Hours: 1,330)
| STS0003 | Introduction to Surgical Technology (CCP) | 144 clock hours |
| STS0150C | Surgical Technology Procedures (CCP) | 32 clock hours |
| STS0008 | Pharmacology for the Surgical Technologist (CCP) | 32 clock hours |
| STS0003L | Introduction to Clinical Practicum (CCP) | 144 clock hours |
| STS0120 | Surgical Specialties 1 (CCP) | 48 clock hours |
| STS0255L | Surgical Specialties 1 Clinical (CCP) | 441 clock hours |
| STS0121 | Surgical Specialties 2 (CCP) | 48 clock hours |
| STS0256L | Surgical Specialties 2 Clinical (CCP) | 441 clock hours |
Note: 4 Clinical days per week for 6 weeks
Total Clock Hours: 1330
Course Sequence
Term One - Fall (Year One) (Clock Hours: 352)
| STS0003 | Introduction to Surgical Technology (CCP) | 144 clock hours |
| STS0003L | Introduction to Clinical Practicum (CCP) | 144 clock hours |
| STS0150C | Surgical Technology Procedures (CCP) | 32 clock hours |
| STS0008 | Pharmacology for the Surgical Technologist (CCP) | 32 clock hours |
Term Two- Spring (Year One) (Clock Hours: 489)
| STS0255L | Surgical Specialties 1 Clinical (CCP) | 441 clock hours |
| STS0120 | Surgical Specialties 1 (CCP) | 48 clock hours |
Term Three - Summer (Year One) (Clock Hours: 489)
| STS0121 | Surgical Specialties 2 (CCP) | 48 clock hours |
| STS0256L | Surgical Specialties 2 Clinical (CCP) | 441 clock hours |
Total Clock Hours: 1330