Surgical Technology

Instructional Program (CIP)

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):
$38,592 (tuition: $35,420; registration fee: $150; textbooks: $2,257; 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
Surgical Equipment and Supplies
Differentiating Surgical Instruments
Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Manual (2020 AHA Guidelines)
Basic Medical Language
Communication in Our Lives
Math Basics for the Health Care Professional 
The Human Body in Health & Disease
Study Guide for The Human Body in Health & Disease
Surgical Technology: Principles & Practices
Workbook for Surgical Technology: Principles & Practices
*JOMI Subscription (Journal of Medical Insight)
Microbiology for Surgical Technologists
Operating Room Skills: Fundamentals for the Surgical Technologist 
Surgical Instrumentation: An Interactive Approach
Pharmacology for the Surgical Technologist 
Pocket Guide to the Operating Room
Career Development for Health Professionals
Surgical Notes: A Pocket Guide for the Operating Room
Surgical Technology Exam Review (new book for program)
Pearson Test Prep (for Surgical Technology Exam Review, 4E)
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 Becerra
Email: jbecerra@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/catalog/files/basic-html/page139.html
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:  N/A = new program

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