My Academic Plans (MAPs) are designed by faculty to better guide you in retention and completion. It is highly encouraged that you complete courses in the recommended order provided below in the notes section. You should work with an academic advisor to adjust your plan based on your scheduling needs.
My Academic Plan
Program Description
The Surgical Technologist is an integral member of the surgical team including the surgeon, anesthesiologist, and nurse to deliver patient care before, during and after surgery. Before an operation, surgical technologists help prepare the operating room by setting up surgical instruments and equipment. During the surgery, technologist pass instruments and other sterile supplies to surgeons and assistants.
This four semester program develops the knowledge and skills for an entry level job as a Surgical Technologist, one of the fastest growing jobs in health care. Surgical technologists work in a variety of settings including hospitals, surgery departments, obstetric departments, and ambulatory surgery centers.
The Curriculum is in alignment with the standards set forth by the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) core curriculum guidelines. Courses include:
• Health sciences (anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, anesthesia, medical terminology, microbiology)
• Technological sciences (electricity, information technology, robotics)
• Patient care concepts (bio-psycho-social needs of the patient, death and dying)
• Surgical technology equipment
The program is applying for accreditation with CAAHEP. Upon accreditation, graduates can take the National Certification Exam for Surgical Technology administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), and can practice under the title of Certified Surgical Technologist.
AAS in Surgical Technology
First Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
| BIO201 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I with Lab | 4 |
| BIO204 | Microbiology with Lab | 4 |
| ENG-GEN | English:___________ | 3 |
| MAT-GEN | Mathematics:___________ | 3-5 |
| HPR208 | Medical Record Terminology | 2 |
| PSY235 | Human Growth and Development | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 19-21 |
Second Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
| BIO202 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II with Lab | 4 |
| STE100 | Fundamentals of Surgical Technology | 6 |
| STE105 | Pharmacology for the Surgical Technologist | 2 |
| STE101 | Surgical Technology Skills Lab | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Third Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
| STE110 | Surgical Procedures I | 3 |
| STE115 | Surgical Procedures II | 3 |
| STE120 | Surgical Procedures III | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 9 |
Fourth Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.