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2021-2022 Course Catalog & Student Handbook 
    
2021-2022 Course Catalog & Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Surgical Technology Diploma in Applied Science (DAS.SUR)


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The Diploma in Applied Science major in Surgical Technology program prepares graduates for entry-level surgical technology careers. Job options include hospitals or surgery centers in central sterile supply, private scrub, the OB department, or endoscopy. Opportunities are also available to work as veterinary assistants, oral-surgery assistants, or in instrument sales. People who want to work in the health care field and like to work with their hands may be interested in this program. Students enrolled in this program are subject to criminal background checks and drug screenings. Effective June 15, 2021, students entering the Surgical Technology program will be required to receive the COVID-19 vaccine or provide a medical or religious exemption form.  The program combines classroom work with clinical rotations. Graduates are prepared to take the certification exam (CST) National Board for Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). This program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), 9355 113th St. N. #7709, Seminole, FL  33775, 727-210-2350 and online at www.caahep.org .

Diploma Requirements


Subtotal: 16 Credit Hours


Subtotal: 30 Credit Hours


Other Hours Required for Graduation


Subtotal: 3 Credit Hours


Total Credit Hours: 49


*Courses in this program that require a minimum grade of “C.”

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