Students may enter in the autumn semester only. They function as a scrub technologist, the sterile member of the surgical team who passes instruments, sutures, and sponges during surgery. They follow strict adherence to aseptic techniques, as well as the care, cleaning, and maintenance of surgical supplies. In addition, surgical technologists function in assisting the R.N. circulator by assisting the anesthesiologist and anticipating additional needs of the surgical team. Students who successfully complete the program are awarded a Certificate of Completion and are encouraged to take the national examination to become certified.
Students enter in the spring semester only.