Credential(s) Offered
Associate's degree, IHE Certificate of Completion, Employment, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Surgical Technology. Surgical Technologists are health professionals, serving as an integral part of the team of medical practitioners that provide surgical care to patients in a variety of settings. Surgical Technology involves all areas of surgery requiring aseptic technique and surgical instrumentation. A surgical technologist is a valuable part of the operating team. The role of a surgical technologist involves being responsible for maintaining a sterile environment to prevent contamination, passing instruments and anticipating the needs of the surgeon, handling bodily tissues, and assist in providing wound care. Technologists work in all surgical areas with skills in the operating room, instrument processing, material management, and labor and delivery.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
48
Hours
60
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
ARKANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY (ASU) - NEWPORT (JONESBORO 2 YR)
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
Newport
Local WIB
5020 - North Central
Name of Credential
Associate of Applied Science Surgical Technology
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Pell
Refund Policy
yes
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)
$1,200.00
In-State Tuition
$5,760.00
Other Fees
$2,505.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$9,465.00
