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Surgical Technology

The Surgical Technology program is an introduction to the profession of surgical technology and trains students to become entry level surgical technologists, that are integral members of the surgical team who work closely with surgeons, anesthesia care providers, registered nurses and other surgical personnel delivering patient care before, during and after surgery. Students will get Real World Learning opportunities second semester through clinical experiences at St. Mary’s Medical Center.

CREDIT TYPE: Practical Art

LOCATION: St. Mary's Medical Center in Blue Springs

High School Credits: 1.5 units

DUAL ENROLLMENT:

  • 6 college hours - Metropolitan Community College (MCC) if College's Criteria are Met
  • SURT 100 Introduction to Surgical Technology
  • SURT 130 Central Services
  • This a dual enrollment class.  Enrollment through cooperating college is required.

FEES:

  • $60.5 per college credit hour
  • $150 class fee per dual credit course
  • Will be billed/paid through the Cooperating College Business Office

PREREQUISITE:

  • CIC Application Process
  • GPA 2.5 or above

  • SURT 100:  Introduction to the profession of surgical technology, including:

    • Medical terminology
    • Historical aspects of surgery
    • Professional and hospital organizations
    • Ethical and legal issues
    • Physical environment of the surgical suite
    • Roles of the surgical team
    • Legal concepts

    SURT 130:  This course prepares students for a career in sterile processing and distribution.  Course preparation includes:

    • Human anatomy and physiology
    • Microbiology and infection control
    • Decontamination
    • Sterilization
    • Surgical instrumentation processing and distribution

    In addition, lab applications are provided to enhance your skills.