Surgical Technology

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https://www.northwestms.edu/programs/healthsciences/surgical-technology

Surgical Technology is an instructional program that prepares an individual to serve as a member of the surgical team to work with surgeons, anesthesiologists, certified registered nurse anesthetists, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel in delivering patient care and assuming appropriate responsibilities before, during, and after surgery. This program includes the education of all aspects of surgical technology including the role of second assistant and circulator. Upon completion of the program, students are eligible to test for the National Center for Competency Testing Tech in Surgery - Certified Exam.

Special admissions requirements:

1. The applicant must be at least 18 years of age
2. A health examination record, negative drug screen, appropriate screening tests, immunization documentation, certified criminal background affidavit, professional liability insurance and CPR certification will be required to meet clinical agency requirements.  
3. The applicant must complete a special program application (found here) to be considered for the program. 

Offered at Lafayette-Yalobusha Technical Center (Oxford) and DeSoto Center (Southaven)

Career Certificate
Associate of Applied Science

Surgical Technology Advisors

Carolyn Coleman
662.280.6133
ccoleman@northwestms.edu

Programs

• Surgical Technology, A.A.S.

• Surgical Technology Certificate

Courses

• SUT 1113 - Fundamentals Of Surgical Technology
• SUT 1217 - Principles Of Surgical Technique
• SUT 1223 - Medical Terminology For Surgical Technologists
• SUT 1314 - Surgical Anatomy
• SUT 1413 - Surgical Microbiology
• SUT 1518 - Basic And Related Surgical Procedures
• SUT 1529 - Specialized Surgical Procedures
• SUT 1539 - Advanced Surgical Procedures
• SUT 1703 - Certification of Role Transition

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