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objectives of the Surgical Technology program at Cabarrus College
of Health Sciences are that graduates will:
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demonstrate competency and skills
in aseptic technique, surgical procedures and instrumentation skills;
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demonstrate professionalism, communicate effectively
and provide for patient
and staff safety;
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apply knowledge of anatomy and pharmacology to surgical
case assignments, as well as maintain the equipment and physical
environment of the surgical
area;
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have the understanding of the ethical and legal
responsibilities appropriate for their level of practice;
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meet appropriate certification for Surgical Technologists.
Surgical Technologists are crucial members of a surgical team
and work closely with surgeons, registered nurses and anesthesiologists
to provide the best possible care for the patient in surgery. Students
in the surgical technology curriculum learn to function as members
of a surgical team by arranging supplies and instruments, maintaining
aseptic conditions, preparing patients for surgery and assisting
the surgeon during surgical procedures.
Surgical Technologists are employed in hospital operating rooms,
delivery rooms, ambulatory surgery centers and clinics. Many work
as private technicians to surgeons. They also apply their knowledge
in other realms such as purchasing or central supply services.
The Surgical Technology curriculum includes planned learning experiences
for a period of either one or two years. Students complete the "core" courses
during the first year, which comprises the diploma level of this
program and may continue a second year with the general education
courses and an internship to complete the Associate of Science
Degree in Surgical Technology.
Certification: Graduates are eligible to take the certification
examination for Certified Surgical Technologists given by the Association
of Surgical Technologists, Inc.
For admission into the Surgical Technology Diploma
program, applicants must meet the criteria for admission into
the College AND must submit:
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an official transcript showing evidence of either high school or college level algebra I, and either algebra II or geometry and biology with a preferred minimum grade of “C”;
• two references speaking to academic ability or work ethic; and
• acceptable scores on either the ASSET test (35 - writing, 37 -reading and 33 - numerical), the SAT I ( 430-critical reading (verbal) and 380-math) OR the ACT (composite score of 18);
• evidence of current Heartsaver AED CPR certification
For admission into the Surgical Technology Associate of Science Degree program, applicants must meet the criteria for admission into the College, the Surgical Technology Diploma program AND must submit an official transcript of either high school or college level algebra I, algebra II, and either geometry or a math with algebra II as a pre-requisite and chemistry with a preferred minimum grade of “C”.
Diploma Program
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ENG 101 |
English Composition I |
3 |
BIO 190* |
Principles of Microbiology |
4 |
SRG 101** |
Introduction to Surgery |
6 |
HSC 101* |
Medical Terminology |
1 |
SRG 102 ** |
Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology |
3 |
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TOTAL |
17 |
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CAS 190* |
Computers for Healthcare Information Systems |
3 |
PSY 101 |
General Psychology |
3 |
SRG 110** |
Surgical Procedures & Clinical
I |
9 |
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TOTAL |
15 |
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SRG 120** |
Surgical Procedures & Clinical
II |
6 |
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TOTAL |
6 |
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| * Program requirement |
**Major requirement |
38 semester hours are required to earn a Diploma in the Surgical
Technology program.
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SOC 101 |
Introduction to Sociology |
3 |
BIO 210* |
Human Anatomy & Physiology I |
4 |
PSY 150 |
Human Growth & Development |
3 |
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Elective |
3 |
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TOTAL
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13
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BIO 150 |
Nutrition for Healthy Living |
3 |
BIO 220* |
Human Anatomy & Physiology II |
4 |
HUM 200 |
Leadership Development Studies |
3 |
SRG 230** |
Surgical Internship |
3 |
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TOTAL
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13
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| * Program requirement |
**Major requirement |
64 semester hours are required to earn an Associate of Science
Degree in the Surgical Technology program.
The Association of Surgical Technologists (www.ast.org)
Accreditation Note: The Surgical Technology program is accredited
by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education
Program (CAAHEP — www.caahep.org) The Accreditation Review Committee on Education
in Surgical
Technology, 7108-C South Alton Way, Suite 150, Englewood, CO
80112-2106, Phone (312) 899-1500.
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