Planner for Surgical Technology (A.A.S.)
Special Admission Requirements - Rolling Admission
Title of Major: Surgical Technology, A.A.S.
Award: Associate of Applied Science degree, A.A.S.
Code: AAS.SGT.SGT
Total Credit Hours: A minimum of 66
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Purpose: Prepares students for employment as entry-level Surgical Technologists in hospitals, surgical centers and other health care industries. Trains graduates to prepare the operating room by setting up surgical instruments and equipment; to work in the sterile surgical field with members of the surgical team; and to assist with the preparation and transport of the surgical patient. Prepares graduates for the Surgical Technologists national certification examination. The Surgical Technology program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
AACC cannot confirm whether the course or program meets requirements for professional licensure in states other than Maryland. If you plan to apply for licensure in a state other than Maryland, contact that state’s licensing board to determine whether the AACC course or program meets requirements for licensure in that state. If you need assistance finding contact information for your state, or if you need additional information regarding professional licensure, please contact the School of Health Sciences at 410-777-7310.
Additional Program Requirements
A grade of C or better in each surgical technology and general education course is required to progress in the program.
Faculty Contact (https://webapps.aacc.edu/directory): Patricia Clarke
Courses to improve skills and prepare for college-level classes may be needed. It is best to see an advisor as you plan your education.
Course/Advising Notes: ________________________________________________________________________
Prerequisites
| Course Name | Credits | Term Taken | Grade |
| BIO 231-Human Biology 1 and BIO 232-Human Biology 2 OR BIO 233-Anatomy and Physiology 1 and BIO 234-Anatomy and Physiology 2 |
8 credit hours | ||
| MDA 113-Medical Terminology | 3 credit hours |
Term 1
| Course Name | Credits | Term Taken | Grade |
| ENG 111-Composition and Introduction to Literature 1 OR ENG 115-Composition and Introduction to Literature 1 for Non-Native Speakers OR ENG 121-Composition and Literature |
3 credit hours | ||
| BIO 223-General Microbiology | 4 credit hours | ||
Mathematics GER  |
3-4 credit hours | ||
| SGT 100-Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for Surgical Technologists | 3 credit hours |
Term 2
| Course Name | Credits | Term Taken | Grade |
| ENG 112-Composition and Introduction to Literature 2 OR ENG 116-Composition and Introduction to Literature 2 for Non-Native Speakers OR Elective (must have 60 credits for graduation)  |
0-3 credit hours | ||
| PSY 111-Introduction to Psychology | 3 credit hours | ||
| SGT 102-Principles of Surgical Technology |
6 credit hours | ||
| CTA 100-Computing and Information Technology OR CTP 103-Theories and Applications of Digital Technology |
4 credit hours |
Term 3
| Course Name | Credits | Term Taken | Grade |
Arts & Humanities GER (must meet diversity requirements) |
3 credit hours | ||
| SGT 108-Surgical Procedures 1 |
4 credit hours | ||
| SGT 200-Surgical Technology Clinical 1 |
7 credit hours |
Term 4
| Course Name | Credits | Term Taken | Grade |
| SGT 202-Surgical Procedures 2 |
4 credit hours | ||
| SGT 205-Surgical Technology Clinical 2 |
5 credit hours | ||
| SGT 206-Surgical Technology Clinical 3 |
5 credit hours | ||
| SGT 209-Surgical Technology Perspectives |
1 credit hour |
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