Credential(s) Offered
Associate's degree
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
A. Course Objective: Upon completion of the Surgical Technology program, graduates will: • Discuss the responsibilities of the Surgical Technologist and show sensitivity to diversity in this field. • List the qualities that a surgical technologist should possess and explain patient confidentiality. • Demonstrate communication and interpersonal skills in the OR when relating to others. • Describe how to meet basic human needs in relation to patients and families along with describing safety measures in the health care facility. • Define and interpret medical terminology, describe surgically treated diseases and disorders of the body system, and define and identify structural characteristics of basic anatomy and Physiology, general regions of the human body, and principles of cellular functions. • Describe the organization of the surgical suite, methods of chemical and physical disinfecting of the surgical environment, and the surgical technologist legal responsibilities in the handling of drugs, solutions, and medications. • Identify the composition of the surgical team, OSHA requirements relating to patient and staff safety, and methods of patient transportation. State the purpose of patient identification, the purpose of the consent, and responsibilities of informed consent. • Categorize the team members according to the scrubbed and “unscrubbed” along with applying the principles of aseptic technique as it relates to infection. • Demonstrate proficiencies in gowning, gloving, identifying and applying the proper surgical attire, and masking along with basic techniques of surgical draping the surgical regions. • They will obtain CPR in accordance with American Heart Association. • Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts before, during, and after a procedure. • List and describe various suturing procedures, identify various surgical instruments according to surgical procedures, and describe the various roles of the scrubbed and “unscrubbed” personnel.
Competencies to be achieved: Associate of Applied Science
B. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to the student including testing, licensure):
Catalog cost $ 32,641.78.
C. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
Surgical Technology for the Surgical Technologist, Instrument Book, Rizzo Anatomy and Physiology book
D.a Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
Gloves, Gowns, Hat, Masks, Packs
D. b Supplies not included in tuition costs: Cap & Gown $30.99; Chrome book $485.00
E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Tucson Contact: Lance Longacre 480 400-1037; LLongacre@unitek.com
F. Direct Website link to the program:
https://brooklinecollege.edu/surgical-technology/?location=Tempe
G. Additional information: Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:
Background check and fingerprint clearance required.
Other requirements needed: N/A
H. Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website): http://brooklinecollege.edu/resources/brookline-college-catalog/
I. Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each) Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No: YES
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization:
Association of Surgical Technologists
Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Career Pathway: Surgical Frist Assist, Physicians Assistant
Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
YES can be taken to all 50 states
Accredited Curriculum:(This is referring to the course being accredited,
not the test or school) Accrediting Agency and link to website: National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
J. Credential Attainment Rate: 28%
Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
90
Hours
1610
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
Yes
Training Location(s)
300 S Craycroft Rd, #100, Tucson, AZ
Local WIB
6 - ARIZONA@WORK - Pima
Name of Credential
Associate of Applied Science
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Title IV; Pell Grant; FWS; SEOG; Subsidized, Unsubsidized
Refund Policy
Refer to College Catalog page 244
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - ABHES
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Graduation Fees
$30.99 Cap & Gown
In-State Tuition
$32,641.78
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$32,641.78
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$485.00 Chrome book Opt in
Total In-State Program Cost
$33,157.77
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$33,157.77
