Surgical Technology

Associate in Applied Science Degree

Surgical technologists are allied health professionals who are an integral part of a team of medical practitioners (surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses) providing the best surgical care to patients in a variety of settings (hospitals, surgery centers, delivery rooms, private doctors’ suites).

The surgical technologist works under the supervision of a surgeon to ensure that the operating room environment is safe, all equipment functions properly, all instruments required are available, and the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.

A surgical technologist possesses expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combines the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and techniques to facilitate a physician’s performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

Applicants should contact the Testing Services Office at the College. The Associate Degree Surgical Technology Program entry packet and selection procedures can be found by reviewing the Restricted Allied Health Admission resources. The steps to be followed are specified in the admissions packet. In addition to completing a college application, the applicant must be able to do the following:

Be admitted to the College and have a student ID number before applying to the program.
Apply to the program before registering for the pre-entrance exam.
Check email frequently throughout the admission process. Correspondence will only be sent via email.

What You Can Do

The role of the Surgical Technologist is to provide quality patient care while preparing the operating room for surgical cases. Surgical Technologists help maintain a sterile environment, remain next to the patient during surgery, pass surgical instruments to the surgeon, and anticipate the surgeon’s needs. A career in the operating room is never dull, and being a strong team player is a must for a surgical technologist.

Jobs

Surgical Technologist

Earning Potential

Example: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook at, Surgical Assistants and Technologists : Occupational Outlook Handbook: : U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov)

Modes of Instruction
Learn more about the modes of instruction offered at John A. Logan College.

Program Details

STP 2021

View Program Guide for Surgical Technology AAS

FIRST YEAR – FALL SEMESTER

ALH 101	Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation	1
BIO 205	Anatomy & Physiology I	4
ALH 217	Medical Terminology	3
MAT 115	Applied Mathematics	3
STP 121	Introduction to Surgical Technology	3
		14

FIRST YEAR – SPRING SEMESTER

BIO 206	Anatomy & Physiology II	4
STP 122	Principles & Practices	7
STP 127	Pharmacology for Surgical Technology	3
		14

FIRST YEAR – SUMMER SEMESTER

ENG 101	English Composition I OR ENG 113 Professional Technical Writing	3
STP 123	Surgical Procedures I	2
STP 125	Clinical Rotation I	2.5
		7.5

SECOND YEAR – FALL SEMESTER

BIO 226	General Microbiology	4
STP 225	Surgical Procedures II	5
STP 226	Clinical Rotation II	5
		14

SECOND YEAR – SPRING SEMESTER

COM 115	Speech OR COM 116 Interpersonal Communication	3
STP 227	Surgical Procedures III	5
STP 228	Clinical Rotation III	5
		13

Total Hours for Degree

62.5

Notes and information

Students interested in the Surgical Technology program should review the Surgical Technology Admission Packet for a detailed breakdown of admission procedures, student requirements and associated costs for the program.

Students will be required to complete ALH 101 & MAT 115, in the first Fall semester.
All STP course must be taken in the sequence as stated in the curriculum.
Students must be at least 18 years old.
Must maintain grade of “C” or better in all courses (gen ed and STP courses).
Students must sit for the National Board for Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) national certification exam administered on campus prior to graduation.

The Surgical Technology Program is a minimum of 62.5 credit hours. Please use our Tuition and Fees page and Surgical Technology Admission Packet to calculate your approximate cost.

*Students will be responsible for additional classroom materials and tools.

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The Surgical Technology Program at John A. Logan College has a site visit scheduled for pursuing initial accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org). This step is the process is neither a status of accreditation nor a guarantee that accreditation will be granted.

John A Logan offers a seamless transfer to the next step in your educational journey for many of our programs. Our academic programs prepare you for what you will need to transfer to a four-year college or university. When you have selected the college where you would like to transfer, it is important to review their specific admission and course requirements. John A Logan College has many articulation agreements with various colleges.

Transfer Planning – John A. Logan College (jalc.edu)

Surgical Technology Program Goal

The goal of the Associate of Applied Science degree in Surgical Technology is to prepare entry level Surgical Technologists who are competent in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains to enter the profession.

Surgical Technology Program Objectives

Utilize professional and effective communication with members of the surgical team with increasing engagement, increasing intuition, and increasing interpretation of verbal and visual cues.
Demonstrate entry level surgical judgment following established procedures relying on previous learned information and experience responding with increased speed and anticipation while staying calm and focused.
Demonstrate a surgical conscience by applying the principles of aseptic technique to establish and maintain a sterile field.
Exhibit an understanding of human physiology and surgical anatomy in the perioperative role of the surgical technologist while applying medical terminology fluently.
Acquire an understanding of the legal, moral, and ethical concerns related to the surgical patient and surgical team during the perioperative phase of care.
Display safe and professional surgical care that reflects the values and ethics of the program, considers dignity and biopsychosocial needs of the patient.
Evaluate and utilize the principles and concepts of pharmacology in the performance of the role of the surgical technologist.
Demonstrate the skills and abilities to perform as a competent entry-level surgical technologist.

Pass Rates will become available following the accreditation self-study that will take place during the initial JALC cohort (August 2024 to May 2026).