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Surgical Technology

Training Program

Credential(s) Offered

Associate's degree

Method of Delivery

Hybrid or blended

When offered

Daytime Hours

Instructional Program (CIP)

Surgical Technology/Technologist. 510909

Description

A.    Course Objective:  
Description: To prepare competent, entry-level surgical technologists with curriculum that addresses the three learning domains: cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (hands-on skills), and affective (professional behavior and conduct). Students develop the skills required to become an integral member of the surgical team, which includes surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other personnel who deliver patient care before, during, and after surgery.
Competencies to be achieved: Adult Floor Therapies Competencies, Hand Washing, Isolation Procedures, Patient Data, Vital Signs, Chest Assessment, Patient Assessment, ECG, Oxygen Therapy, O2 Supply Systems, O2 Concentrators, Nasal Cannula, Simple Mask, Non-Rebreather, Air Entrainment Mask, Hyperinflation Therapy, Incentive Spirometry, Bronchial Hygiene, Chest Physiotherapy, Coughing, Airway Clearance Devices, Medications, Aerosol Drug Administration, Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI), Dry Powdered Inhaler (DPI), Small Volume Nebulizer, Adult Critical Care Competencies, Suction Procedures, Endotracheal Suctioning, Nasotracheal Suctioning, Tracheal Suctioning, Endotracheal Tube / Tracheostomy Care, Securing Artificial Airway, Cuff Management, Intubation, Extubation, Ventilatory Care, Ventilator Setup, Routine Ventilator Check, Ventilator Parameter Change, Weaning from Mechanical Ventilation, Weaning Parameters, Weaning, Noninvasive Positive Pressure Ventilation, Noninvasive Ventilator Check, Adult Diagnostics Competencies, Pulmonary Function Testing, Peak Flow, Arterial Blood Gasses, ABG Sampling, Neonatal Critical Care Competencies


B.    Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
$39,731 (tuition: $36,540; registration fee: $150; textbooks: $2,276; uniforms: $165; Technology Fee $600)
C.    Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
Alexanders Care of the Patient in Surgery,17E,els,class set,9780323776806
Surgical Equipment and Supplies,3E,davis,class set,9781719648417
Basic Medical Language,7E,els,print,9780323876384
Applied Communication for Healthcare ,2.1.2,fw,print,9798887943350
Math Basics for the Health Care Professional ,5E,ph,print,9780134703695
The Human Body in Health & Disease,8E,els,print,9780323734165
Study Guide for The Human Body in Health & Disease,8E,els,print,9780323734158
"Surgical Technologist: A Positive Care Approach, 6E + Study Guide with Lab Manual",6E,cen,print,9798214110578
Surgical Notes: A Pocket Guide for the Operating Room,2E,davis,print,9780803694774
"MindTap Surgical Technology, 4 Terms",*Listed for program cost purposes only.,,,
Board Vitals (12 month subscription),*Listed for program cost purposes only.,,,
Differentiating Surgical Instruments,3E,davis,print,9780803668317
Microbiology for Surgical Technologists,3E,cen,print,9780357626153
Operating Room Skills: Fundamentals for the Surgical Technologist ,2E,ph,print,9780135204030
Pocket Guide to the Operating Room,4E,davis,print,9780803668393
PeriOp Sim Subscription ,*Listed for program cost purposes only.,,,
Pharmacology for the Surgical Technologist ,6E,els,print,9780443109096
Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Manual (2020 AHA Guidelines),2020,aed,print,20-1102
Career Development for Health Professionals,4E,els,print,9780323311267
Board Vitals (9 month subscription) ,*Listed for program cost purposes only.,,,
Surgical Technology Exam Review,4E,ph ,print,9780135213421
D.    Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
Badges at Hospitals
E.    WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification: 
Name: Julie Pate
Email: jpate@pmi.edu
Phone number: 520-326-1600 ext. 31122


F.    Direct Website link to the program: 
https://pmi.edu/on-campus-programs/associate/surgical-technology/ 
G.    Additional information: 
Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation
Other requirements needed: An 80% minimum score on the mathematics screening exam, a high school diploma or GED and an interview with the Program Director are required.
Graduates of this program are eligible to apply to take the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST ®) exam administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).
H.    Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):
https://pmi.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Pima_Medical-2024_2025-Catalog_volX-WEB.pdf p177
REFUND POLICY: Refunds are calculated on the tuition and registration fee only. No refunds will be due on textbooks, uniforms and supplies. Full refunds will be issued in the event courses/programs are discontinued. Refunds for a cancellation are made within 30 days from the date of cancellation. A cancellation fee is not charged if the applicant cancels the enrollment within 3 business days of signing an Enrollment Agreement, but prior to starting classes.
1. A student terminating training within first 10% of enrollment period is entitled to a refund of: 90% less $100 cancellation charge.
2. A student terminating training after 10% but within the first 30% of the enrollment period is entitled to a refund of 70% less $100 cancellation charge.
3. A student terminating training after 30% but at or within the first 60% of the enrollment period is entitled to a refund of 40% less $100 cancellation charge.
4. A student terminating training after 60% of the enrollment period is not entitled to a refund.


I.    Credentials: Industry Recognized:  Yes Stackable: No Portable: Yes. Graduates receive a National credential, and are eligible for jobs in any state. Accredited Curriculum: Yes. Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) www.abhes.org 


J.    Credential Attainment Rate:  87.5%

Details

Program Length (Weeks)

75

Hours

70

Entrance Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent

School

Pima Medical Institute - Tucson

WIOA Approved Program

Yes

Training Location(s)

2121 N Craycroft Rd Bldg 1, Tucson, Arizona

Local WIB

6 - ARIZONA@WORK - Pima

Name of Credential

Associate of Applied Science

Type of financial aid offered or have access to

https://pmi.edu/admissions-financial-aid/paying-for-school/financial-aid-programs/

Refund Policy

https://pmi.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Pima_Medical-2022_2023_Catalog-VIX2-WEB.pdf

Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?

No

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

Books (Estimated)

$2,276.00

In-State Tuition

$36,540.00

Other Fees

$600.00 Technology Fee

Out-of-State/District Tuition

$36,540.00

Registration Fee

$150.00

Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)

$165.00 Uniforms

Total In-State Program Cost

$39,731.00

Total Out-of-State Program Cost

$39,731.00

Demand Occupation(s)

29-2055.00Surgical Technologists
$21.03 per hour

Provider Status

Approved

Address

2121 N Craycroft Rd Bldg 1, Tucson, Arizona 85712

Phone Number

(520) 326-1600

Web Address

https://pmi.edu/on-campus-programs/associate/surgical-technology/

Last Updated

Mar 05, 2025

Created

Dec 28, 2022

Renewal

Jan 30, 2026

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