At a Glance
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Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology
Take your place on the front lines of surgical healthcare with the skills, insights, and credential you’ll earn in the 67-credit-hour Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology from Baker College.
As a surgical technologist, you’ll provide expertise in instrumentation, equipment, and surgical supplies to help contribute to the success of an operation and better patient outcomes. Prepare to sit for the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting Certified Surgical Technologist exam with a program that combines classroom theory and hands-on learning experiences in compliance with the Core Curriculum for Surgical Technology (7th Edition). Coursework covers asepsis, sterile techniques, pathophysiology, surgical procedures, clinicals, and other essentials for assisting surgeons and other surgical team professionals in the operating theater. Programmatically accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
Why Baker College
Further Together
You have the right to pursue the education you desire for the future you want. Further Together is an entire community working as one to provide the guidance and support you need to succeed academically, personally, and professionally.
Recognized Quality
In addition to institutional accreditation by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), Baker’s AAS in Surgical Technology is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
Industry Experienced Professors
Learn from real world medical professionals. Their industry expertise helps bring each program’s curriculum to life, providing the real world insights you need to prepare for a future facilitating operations toward successful outcomes.