Dear Applicant: Thank you for your interest in the surgical technology program. Please complete your application and return it to the Allied Health Department on the third floor of the Health Sciences Building or mail to the address listed on the application. Only complete applications, which have a current unofficial copy of your transcripts and a copy of your compass reading score, will be accepted. Incomplete applications or applications without transcripts and compass score will be discarded. Invitations to attend an information session will be mailed to persons that submit a completed application on or before May 20, 2015. You should receive your invitation by June 1, 2015. If you do not receive your invitation by June 1, 2015, please contact Annette LeCroix at 256/306-2786. At the information session, candidates for the program will be given an introduction to the field of surgical technology and to the requirements of the program. All candidates will then complete the manual dexterity exam. Applications are reviewed in July. Points will be based on coursework completed through spring semester 2015. Candidates will be selected at that time for the fall 2015 class. Since class size is limited, applicants are encouraged to submit their application as soon as possible. Sincerely, Grant Wilson Surgical Technology Program Director Calhoun Community College
Deadline: May 20, 2015. Surgical Technology Program Application for Admission PLEASE PRINT Name Mr. Ms. First Middle Last Mailing Address: City State Zip Telephone: Home Work Social Security Number or C Number Educational Background High School Date of Graduation Average College or Technical School* Hours completed GPA Degree earned *Please attach transcript. Experience Do you have experience in a patient care setting yes no If yes please describe the experience including dates.
Research online resources about the career of surgical technology and review the career information at http://www.ast.org/aboutus/about_ast/. Then attach a handwritten statement (one to two pages) explaining why you wish to have a career as a Surgical Technologist. I hereby make official application for admission to the Surgical Technology Program for fall semester, 2015. I understand that class size is limited and that application does not guarantee admission, enrollment, or progression in the Surgical Technology Program. Application is good for only one year. All information included in this application is subject to verification prior to admission to the Program. Signature Date Mail completed application, unofficial copy of transcript and copy of Compass Reading score to: Calhoun Community College Surgical Technology Program PO Box 2216 Decatur, Alabama 35609-2216 The surgical technology program is accredited by: CAAHEP 1361 Park Street Clearwater, Florida 33756 www.caahep.org Upon the recommendation of: ARC/STSA 6 West Dry Creek Circle, Suite 110 Littleton, Colorado 80120 www.arcstsa.org
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY This program is designed to prepare graduates for employment and careers in this rapidly growing technical field. The Surgical Technology program is directed towards men and women who have the capability and interest to become surgical technologists. The program provides the student with knowledge and skills to function as an integral part of a team providing surgical care to patients in a variety of settings. Under medical supervision, the surgical technologist will assist with safe and effective delivery of invasive surgical procedures. The educational program in Surgical Technology is designed to develop the student's cognitive, affective and psychomotor abilities and to assist the surgical technologist in acquiring the knowledge and critical judgment essential for decision making as well as skill oriented delivery of surgical techniques. The goal of this program is to prepare competent entry level surgical technologist in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills) and affective (behavior) learning domains. The objectives of the program, which the graduates must successfully demonstrate, flow from the College mission statement, the program philosophy, and the program goal. Upon successful completion of the Surgical Technology program, the student will demonstrate the following objectives: 1. Comprehension, application and evaluation of clinical information relevant to his or her role as a surgical technologist. (Cognitive Domain) 2. Technical proficiency in all skills necessary to fulfill the role as a surgical technologist. (Psychomotor Domain) 3. Personal behaviors (Communications) consistent with professional and employer expectations for the surgical technologist. (Affective Domain) Further, graduates of the Calhoun Community College Surgical Technology Program are expected to meet the following student learning outcomes: 1. Participate in basic cases in a variety of surgical specialties. 2. Determine an appropriate setup for core procedures. 3. Demonstrate entry level knowledge of surgical anatomy and physiology. 4. Employ principles of aseptic technique. 5. Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and patient during the surgical procedure. 6. Demonstrate professional behaviors with surgeon and other surgical team members. 7. Manage time effectively as a member of the surgical team. 8. Demonstrate preparedness for successfully completing the CST exam.
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE = 44 SEMESTER HOURS PROGRAM OUTLINE SEMESTER 1 ENG 101 English Composition I... 3 credits EMS 106 Medical Terminology... 2 credits Math Elective (MTH 100, 110 or 112)... 3 credits 8 credits SEMESTER 2 SUR 100 Principles of Surgical Technology... 5 credits SUR 102 Applied Surgical Techniques... 4 credits SUR 107 Surgical Anatomy and Pathophysiology... 3 credits SUR 108 Pharmacology for the Surgical Technologist... 2 credits 14 credits SEMESTER 3 SUR 103 Surgical Procedures... 5 credits SUR 104 Surgical Practicum I... 4 credits SPH 107 Public Speaking (or ENG 102)... 3 credits 9 credits SEMESTER 4 SUR 105 Surgical Practicum II... 5 credits SUR 106 Role Transition in Surgical Technology... 1 credits SUR 204 Surgical Practicum III... 4 credits 10 credits TOTAL CREDITS... 44 credits SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE = 62 SEMESTER HOURS PROGRAM OUTLINE SEMESTER 1 ORI 101 Orientation to College... 1 credit ENG 101 English Composition I... 3 credits EMS 106 Medical Terminology... 2 credits BIO 201 Anatomy & Physiology I... 4 credits Math Elective (MTH 100, 110 or 112)... 3 credits 13 credits SEMESTER 2 BIO 202 Anatomy & Physiology II... 4 credits PSY 200 Intro. to Psychology... 3 credits SPH 107 Public Speaking... 3 credits Humanities/Fine Arts Elective... 3 credits 13 credits SEMESTER 3 SUR 100 Principles of Surgical Technology... 5 credits SUR 102 Applied Surgical Technology... 4 credits SUR 107 Surgical Anatomy and Pathophysiology... 3 credits SUR 108 Pharmacology for the Surgical Tech.... 2 credits 14 credits SEMESTER 4 SUR 103 Surgical Procedures... 5 credits SUR 104 Surgical Practicum I... 4 credits PSY 210 Human Growth and Development... 3 credits 12 credits SEMESTER 5 SUR 105 Surgical Practicum II... 5 credits SUR 106 Role Transition for the Surgical Tech.... 1 credit SUR 204 Surgical Practicum III... 4 credits 10 credits TOTAL CREDITS... 62 credits
ACCREDITATION STATUS The Calhoun Community College surgical technology program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), 1361 Park Street, Clearwater, Florida 33756, www.caahep.org, (727) 210-2350. Upon the recommendation of the Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA), 6 West Dry Creek Circle, Suite 110, Littleton, Colorado 80120, www.arcstsa.org, (303) 694-9262. Graduates of CAAHEP accredited programs are eligible to sit for the National Certified Surgical Technologist exam. The CST exam is managed by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). Admissions Requirements Prior to entering SUR courses (Semester 2 of certificate and semester 3 of AAS degree curriculum), a student must apply for and be accepted for admission to the Surgical Technology Program. Acceptance into Calhoun Community College is granted to most applicants, but this does NOT constitute nor guarantee admission to the SUR program. Students interested in admission to the SUR program should complete an application (available on the Surgical Technology Program website) and submit it to the Allied Health Department office in the Health Sciences Building, Room 308. The minimum requirements for admission into the SUR program include: Submit a completed application form to the Admissions & Registrar s Office at Calhoun Community College and be accepted for enrollment by the College. Attend an information session. Submit a completed Surgical Technology Application Form to the Department of Allied Health (Forms are made available during spring semester on the program web-site). Possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Complete ENG 101 with a grade of "C" or better. Complete Medical Terminology (EMS 106 or HPS 105) with a grade of "C" or better. Complete MTH 100, 110 or 112 with a grade of "C" or better. A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher on any college coursework completed Current Compass Reading score of 75 or higher. Completion of BIO 201 and 202 is not currently required for admission to the program but is highly recommended. Selection Process Meeting minimum requirements above does NOT guarantee admission into the SUR program. Students meeting the minimum requirements will be presented to the SUR Admission Committee with a score of 10. Additional points are added to the application by the committee when students have: Completed EMS 106 OR HPS 105 with a grade of A = 2 points added B = 1 points added Work experience in a patient care setting - up to 3 points added Completed a handwritten statement (on the application) and a manual dexterity exam. Statement = up to 3 points added Manual dexterity exam (completed at the Information Session) = up to 3 points added One year or more of work experience in surgery - 1 point added
Complete BIO 201 or 202 3 points added for each A 2 points added for each B 1 point added for each C Maximum points for BIO 201 and 202 is 6 points. Complete PSY 200, PSY 210, SPH 107 or ENG 101 1 point added for each A, B, or C for a maximum total of 4 points Admission is granted to a maximum of 28 students with the highest application scores. In situations where two or more students have tie scores for the final position, the date the application was submitted will determine the student awarded the seat. Upon enrollment in the program 1. Submit to the Allied Health Department a satisfactory Student Health Form completed by a licensed physician or nurse practitioner (form will be furnished when student is accepted for admission). Health form is due by first day of class. Form is valid for one year. Evidence of good health is required for placement in the program. 2. Provide evidence of vaccination for Hepatitis B and/or positive antibodies or sign a waiver. 3. Provide documentation of two-step Mantoux skin test (PPD), or chest x-ray, if positive, indicating he/she is free of tuberculosis. 4. Provide documentation of Immunity for Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella (German Measles) through one of the following: a. History of having had the disease b. Titer that shows immunity c. Immunization record 5. Provide documentation of current Influenza vaccination or otherwise meet requirements of clinical affiliates for an exception. 6. Provide evidence of current certification in BCLS/Healthcare Provider cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) prior to clinical experience. Students are responsible for obtaining and maintaining current CPR Certification while enrolled in the program. 7. Purchase professional liability insurance through the College by the first day of class (forms available in the Allied Health Department). 8. Meet requirements for criminal background check and drug screen per Allied Health Department and/or clinical affiliate policies. PROGRESSION IN THE PROGRAM Students must fulfill all course requirements as stated in each SUR syllabus Achieve a minimum grade of C (75%) in each SUR course. First scrub a minimum of 120 cases as defined by the CCST6e. Successfully complete all lab, practical, and clinical components of each SUR course. Meet Surgical Technology program Essential Competencies of Candidates for Admission, Continuance & Graduation.
Successfully complete NBSTSA - Certified Surgical Technologist Practice Exam with a score of 65% or better. Complete the Certified Surgical Technologist Exam. Specific questions concerning the program can be answered by calling the Surgical Technology program (Monday- Thursday at 256/306-2786/306-2950). SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM ESTIMATED COSTS Tuition: See college catalog section covering financial information. Malpractice Insurance (per year)... $10.00 Drug Screen/Background Check... $71.50 Certification Exam... $265.00 Textbooks... $600.00 Health Exams, PPD, Immunizations... Cost Varies CPR Course... Cost Varies Uniforms... $200.00 NBSTSA Practice Exam... $50.00 READMISSION POLICY A student may be readmitted to a SUR course ONE TIME following a failure of or withdrawal from an SUR course. Students who are currently returning following a failure are considered to be using their second and final opportunity to complete the Surgical Technology program. Requests for readmission will be considered competitively with new applications and is not guaranteed. Following withdrawal: If a student withdraws from a SUR course or is temporarily ineligible to progress (see progression requirements), readmission to the SUR program requires 1. written notification at least three months in advance to the SUR Program Director that the student desires to reenter the SUR program. 2. a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5. 3. no longer than twelve (12) months may elapse between completion of a SUR course and enrollment in the subsequent course for successful completion of a series of advanced courses. 4. Successful completion (with a passing score of 75% or better) of all final and practical exams completed by students currently enrolled in the program. All students who withdraw from or are temporarily ineligible to progress through a program of study in the Allied Health Department will be readmitted under the College Catalog, and program policies and procedures, in effect the year of readmission.