Credential(s) Offered
Associate's degree, Employment, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Health Professions and Related Clinical Services
The Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology program prepares individuals for employment
as an integral part of a surgical team. Surgical technologists work closely with surgeons,
anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other surgical staff in delivering patient care and assuming
appropriate responsibilities before, during and after surgery. The program consists of classroom and
laboratory instruction on campus and clinical instruction in clinic and hospital settings in the surrounding
area. Students successfully completing this program will be awarded the Associate of Applied Science
degree in Surgical Technology. Graduates of the Surgical Technology program are eligible to sit for the
National Certified Surgical Technologist Examination administered by the National Board of Surgical
Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).
AAS - ADHE Degree Code 0835
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
48
Hours
70
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
SOUTH ARKANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE (SACC) - EAST & WEST El Dorado
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
El Dorado
Local WIB
5040 - Southwest
Name of Credential
Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Pell, State Grants, and institutional and private scholarships
Refund Policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
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?
Yes
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$2,000.00
In-State Tuition
$6,790.00 This total is based on the in-state tuition rate and does not include mandatory fees.
Other Fees
$3,915.00 Mandatory Fees = $2850 Course Fees = 1065
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$12,040.00 This total is based on the out-of-state tuition rate and does not include mandatory fees.
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$1,329.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$14,034.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$19,284.00
