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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Surgical technologists (STs) are integral members of the surgical team who work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses and other surgical personnel. Before, during and after surgery, they deliver patient care and perform tasks that help ensure a safe surgical environment, contributing to and supporting the operating team's efficiency.
The role of a surgical technologist includes setting up the operating room, preparing surgical instruments and assisting in their use, and preparing patients for surgery. The technologist has primary responsibility for maintaining the sterile field, ensuring that all members of the operating team adhere to aseptic technique, and preparing and applying sterile dressings following procedures.
STs are employed in hospital operating rooms, delivery rooms, cast rooms, emergency departments and clinics. The employment outlook for this occupational area is very good.
Coursework includes both classroom and clinical instruction. Multiple clinical sites are used to expose students to a variety of surgical settings. Successful completion of the program results in the award of a certificate and, with additional general education coursework, an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree. Successful completion of the program also permits the graduate to sit for the national certifying examination.
Kathy Cabai, RN, CNOR, M.S.Ed.
Program Director
(630) 562-2804
Health, Social and Behavioral Sciences Division
IC 1028
(630) 942-2495
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS
Enrollment in the Surgical Technology (ST) program is by admission only. Space in the program is limited. Admission to College of DuPage does not guarantee acceptance in the ST program.
The Surgical Technology program is based at 550 E. Washington St., West Chicago. All ST courses are taught at the West Chicago facility. Clinical sites vary.
The Surgical Technology Certificate program is an intensive, four-quarter curriculum with classes and clinical experiences scheduled Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Students earn the A.A.S. degree by completing additional general education course work.
The ST program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
Following graduation, students are fully qualified for employment. They also may apply to sit for the national certification examination.
Refer to the College of DuPage Catalog that was in effect at the time of your original enrollment (unless you have not been enrolled for more than four consecutive quarters) for degree requirements, course descriptions and academic regulations. Catalogs are available in Counseling and Advising Services, Student Resource Center (SRC), Room 2044, and in the Admissions and Information office, SRC 2046.
Meet with the adviser listed in this guide to discuss which courses to take, especially if you are pursuing a degree in this field. Consult Counseling and Advising Services, SRC 2044, to obtain a copy of requirements detailed in the Student Planning Worksheet.
Check with the Health, Social and Behavioral Sciences Division, Berg Instructional Center (IC), Room 1028, for program-specific information. Or call the West Chicago office at (630) 562-2804.
Degree audits detailing courses you have completed and courses yet to be taken to satisfy your degree or certificate requirements may be requested from the Records office, SRC 2015.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
The following files describe in detail the requirements for this program. They are in a portable document format (PDF) file that can be viewed and printed with free Adobe Acrobat Reader software. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader on your computer, you may download it here.
Please consult a faculty adviser listed below before beginning your coursework.
Degree
• Surgical Technology, Associate in Applied Science
When planning your coursework, use the Student Planning Worksheet. Degree information and the worksheet can be found on the following files:
[Surgical Technology, A.A.S. Degree]
[Student Planning Worksheet]
Certificate
• Surgical Technology
Information on the certificate listed above can be found on the following file:
[Certificate]
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FACULTY ADVISERS
If you are considering this program as an area of study, contact:
• Kathy Cabai, RN, CNOR, M.S.Ed.
Program Director
(630) 562-2804
• Deb Jeffay
Admissions Coordinator
(630) 942-3924Click here for a list of current Group Advising Sessions, or call (630) 942-3924.
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