TESU - Surgical Technology
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The Surgical Technology program is designed to prepare you for employment as an entry-level surgical technologist (ST). Students enrolled in this program will focus on the basics of surgical technology, microbiology, infection control, asepsis, and surgical techniques. Students will develop the fundamental concepts and principles necessary to successfully participate as a member of the surgical team.
Upon program completion, students will be able to:
• Correlate the knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and microbiology to the roles and responsibilities of a surgical technologist.
• Identify commonly used equipment, supplies, and medications used in the perioperative setting.
• Apply the principles of asepsis to the perioperative environment.
• Perform competently and safely the skills of an entry-level surgical technologist.
• Use legal, moral, and ethical principles to evaluate the care of a surgical patient.
• Demonstrate the professional attributes of a surgical technologist.
• Pass the national certification examination.
Certificates and Licensure
MTECH Program Certificate in Surgical Technology
Students are prepared to take the national Tech in Surgery TS-C (NCCT) certification exam
Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate
