Under the supervision of a surgeon, surgical technologists assist in the set-up of an operating room with sterile instruments, 设备和亚麻布. 在手术过程中, they are responsible for maintaining the sterile field and passing instruments, 缝合线和海绵. Surgical technologists may assist the circulator with patient care and clean and stock rooms after the surgical procedure.
Greenville Technical College's 外科手术技术 curriculum combines classroom instruction with hands-on experience, gained in a realistic, state-of-the-art simulated operating room.
If you're seeking a career in a high-demand field, we can help make your education even more affordable.
The Career Pathways Scholarship may cover the cost of tuition, fees and books if you're enrolled in a qualifying program at GTC.
请注意: Pre-Health Sciences and Pre-Nursing students who are currently enrolled as Associate of Science students are 不 eligible for the scholarship until they are accepted and enrolled into the Health Sciences/Nursing program they have selected.
Surgical technologists may work independently or through a medical personnel agency.
国家前景
Additional information about a career in surgical technology is available from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and is a good national overview of the profession.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THE PROGRAM
学生s in the 外科手术技术 program will learn:
This program is accredited by the Commission on 认证 of Allied Health Education 项目 (CAAHEP).
学生s who successfully complete Greenville Technical College's 外科手术技术 Associate Degree program are eligible to take the National Board of 外科手术技术 and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Exam and, 在传递, will become certified surgical technologists.
学生s who successfully complete first semester of Phase II of the 外科手术技术 program will have earned a certificate in Sterile Processing and completed 60 clinical hours of hands-on training in a local hospital.
Professional Licensure and Certification Requirements
学生s who are considering an academic program that may allow them to pursue professional licensure in a不her state are strongly encouraged to check that state’s information and contact the appropriate licensing agency for 除了al information and guidance before beginning the program.
Greenville Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels.
Questions about the accreditation of Greenville Technical College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, 迪凯特, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
外科手术技术
Associate in Applied Science
Surgical Tech degree program details from our current catalog »
Sterile Processing Technology
Certificate in Applied Science
In 除了 to the Greenville Technical College admissions process, outlined in these 注册步骤, students interested in a program in the School of Health Sciences must also
The 外科手术技术 program strictly adheres to all School of Health Sciences 政策 detailed on the Health Sciences admissions information page.
职业说话 provides valuable information regarding the application process, 需求, 政策, 程序, and expectations of students interested in applying to the Surg Tech program. Completion of the online 职业说话 is a requirement for submitting an application. 然而, information is updated frequently, so check back often to be sure you do 不 miss important changes.
The application submission process for GTC's 外科手术技术 Program is now electronic. The electronic application will only be accessible during the application acceptance periods, 3月15日至5月15日. Applications are 不 accepted during any other timeframe. Questions related to the Weighted Admission process may be directed to 梅丽莎.Donald@basilinfracon.com.
外科手术技术 Mission Statement
The 外科手术技术 Department is dedicated to the preparation of individuals to meet the health care needs of the public. Graduate surgical technologists will be able to provide competent care to individuals, families and communities. Competent care encompasses the promotion of health and wellness, knowledge in health care policy, promotion of advocacy, utilization and participation in competency-based education and application of leadership skills in a variety of health care settings.
项目的目标
The goal of the 外科手术技术 Program is to prepare competent entry-level surgical technologists in the cognitive (knowledge), 精神运动(技能), and affective (behavior) learning domains.
Program 学生 学习 Outcomes: Upon successful completion of the Associate in Applied Science in 外科手术技术, 毕业生将:
学生 O1: demonstrate a knowledge base in surgical technology necessary to function as an entry-level graduate.
学生 O2: demonstrate professional behavior related to judgment, 的态度, 团队合作, 和沟通.
学生 O3: demonstrate competency in surgical technology practices.
项目结果: The 外科手术技术 program will:
Program O4: prepare competent entry-level technologists in the cognitive (knowledge), 精神运动(技能), and affective (behavior) learning domains.
Program O5: provide opportunities/resources to equip students with skills required to become gainfully employed as a CST.
Academic Program Director
梅丽莎 Donald, BSN, RN, CNOR, CST
梅丽莎.Donald@basilinfracon.com
(864) 250-8565
外科手术技术 Instructor
布伦达 Moon RN, CST
布伦达.Moon@basilinfracon.com
(864) 250-8298