Surgical Technology

As a graduate from this program, created in partnership between Northeast Iowa Community College and Kirkwood Community College, you will become an in-demand surgical technologist and an integral part of a surgical care team. Surgical technologists work under medical supervision to facilitate safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures. You will also ensure the operating room or environment is safe, that equipment functions properly and operative procedures are conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Classroom and clinical experiences in hospital settings provide you with training in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique, knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.Our graduates have achieved a 98 percent job placement in the last five years. If you want to work in direct patient care as a member of the surgical care team, this is the perfect career fit for you.Award:

Associate of Applied ScienceCredits:

30+Locations:

PeostaEntry:

FallPaying for the Program

$ 6,056 *Out-of-State Tuition & Fees:

$6,914*

There are many options available for tuition savings. Contact the Admissions or Financial Aid office for more information.Submit official high school, high school equivalency and/or college transcripts to the Admissions Office of the campus you plan to attend.Complete ACCUPLACER reading and writing assessment and ALEKS math assessment forcourse placement . Assessments may be waived based on previous college coursework or submission of valid ACT, or SAT test scores. Reading and writing scores are valid for three years, and math scores are valid for two years.In addition to the Collegeenrollment process outlined, applicants must apply foradmission at Kirkwood Community College . The following courses must be completed with a minimum grade of C- or above within five years from the date of application:Human Anatomy and Physiology I w/Lab [BIO:168]Medical Terminology [HSC:114]Prior to beginning the program you will be required to complete a criminal record check. A positive report may prevent you from being accepted by an affiliated agency for a clinical experience and completion of the program. You may also be required to provide documentation of health insurance coverage.A completed health physical and current immunization record must be on file at the Kirkwood Health Office, including verification of the hepatitis B vaccination or medical waiver on file. You are responsible for a yearly tuberculosis test. A current CPR for the Healthcare Professional is also required. The following CPR certifications will be accepted: American Heart Association "Healthcare Provider" course (no other level accepted) or American Red Cross "CPR for the Professional Rescuer" (no other level accepted) or EMP "BLSPRO" (this course includes First Aid and Healthcare Provider CPR) or CPR Instructor Level for Red Cross, American Heart or EMP.A copy of a high school diploma or GED certificate will need to be on file with the program coordinator.The Surgical Technology program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) in collaboration with the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the Associate of Surgical Technologists (AST) based on the recommendations of the Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC-STSA). Students will apply to take the Certified Surgical Technologist exam before graduation.The Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC-STSA) can be contacted at:6 West Dry Creek Circle, Suite 10Littleton, CO 80120303.694.9262www.arcstsa.orgThe Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) can be contacted at:

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