Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Employment, Measurable skills gain
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
In this 320-hour course (200 hours of classroom/lab and 120 hours of externship) the students will learn how to maintain sterile operative fields, maintain inventory or medical inventory or medical supplies/equipment. They assist healthcare practitioners during surgery, position patients for treatment or examination. Surgical technicians are responsible for preparing and organizing surgical rooms and cleaning equipment. Operates equipment safely and accurately and complies with all Federal and State regulations. Students will be trained to apply knowledge of age base competencies in interacting with patients. Demonstrates proper care, set up, use, and cleaning, handling of instruments trays. Surgical technicians work in hospitals and outpatient surgery centers. Upon completion of the course, students will be prepared and eligible to sit for the American Allied Health National Exam to become a Certified Surgical Technician.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
48
Hours
320
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
174 Cornerstone Court Suite C, Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas
Local WIB
5030 - West Central
Name of Credential
Certified Surgical Technician
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
We do not currently offer financial aid. Gateway Allied Health does offer a payment plan to include paying 50% of tuition down before beginning class and the remaining balance due before mid-term exam. Gateway has made exceptions for other individualized payment plans based on the student's individual circumstances.
Refund Policy
The withdrawal refund is based on the date of withdrawal, regardless of the date the first class meets. Orientation is considered the first official day of class. If the student does not officially withdraw from classes, and stops attending all classes, the student will not be eligible for a refund. The registration fees are non-refundable. The textbook fees are non-refundable if the access code has been accessed. See the refund policy below.
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - American Allied Health
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$170.00 These fees include both the textbook and workbook. Surgical Technology: Principles and Practice, 8th edition, by Joanna Kotcher, Published 2021, Textbook ISBN: 978-0-323-68018 Workbook ISBN: 978-0323680226
Testing/Exam Fees
$130.00 This fee is for the National Certification Exam through American Allied Health. The price change from $110-$130 was due to the increase in the exam from AAH.
Graduation Fees
$35.00 This fee is for the copying and laminating the Course Completion Certificate and also the National Certification Certificate. Cap & Gown fees.
In-State/District Tuition
$2,945.00 Tuition
Other Fees
$185.00 CPR Certification-$60 Uniform-$75 Shoes-$50
Registration Fee
$50.00 Registration fee (non-refundable)
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$300.00 These fees include Lab/Equipment fees and Supply cost.
Total In-State Program Cost
$3,815.00
