Surgical Technology, AAS (SGT.AAS)

The Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to enter the surgical technology profession. This program prepares the student to take the national certification examination for Surgical Technology. The Mohave College Surgical Technology Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), 9355 113th Street North, Suite 7709, Seminole, FL 33775, 727.210.2350, in cooperation with the  Accreditation Review Committee on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA), 19751 East Mainstreet, Suite #339, Parker, CO 80138, 303.694.9262, email: info@arcstsa.org Note: The Surgical Technology, AAS, program requirements may differ between universities and the official transfer guide located at AZTransfer. Students are encouraged to consult with an advisor concerning the additional requirements of each university. For additional information regarding the Surgical Technology, AAS, see the Surgical Technology webpage.

The Surgical Technology program is located on the Lake Havasu City Campus in Lake Havasu City.

Requirements for Graduation

• Prerequisite and General Education courses accepted with a “C” or better.  SGT (Surgical Technology) courses require a “B” or better.

• Prior to enrollment in the program, students must have completed all prerequisites. In order to progress within the Surgical Technology Program and achieve status as a candidate for graduation, the student must achieve a minimum of an 80 percent in all Surgical Technology courses and pass Lab and Clinical Site Competencies.
• BIO 201 & BIO 202 accepted for BIO 160.  MAT 101 or higher accepted for prerequisite requirement.   

Note: For a course to be eligible for transfer, the student must receive a “C” or better. Acceptance of a transfer course is determined by the receiving institution.

Program Student Learning Outcomes: 
Upon completion of the program students will be able to:

1. Practice within the ethical, professional and legal frameworks of surgical technology practice standards. (2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
2. Provide safe, efficient environment for patients and O.R. team members. (2, 3, 4, 6)
3. Utilize communication and interpersonal relationship skills with patients and other members of the health care team, including instructors. (1, 2, 3, 4)
4. Exhibit behavioral awareness and management of stressors, both internal and external. (2, 3, 4)
5. Mitigate biological and cultural diversity’s impact on self and others within healthcare field. (1, 3, 4)
6. Function cooperatively in a team environment. (1, 2, 3, 4, 6)
7. Manage the use of time and other resources to complete tasks and attain goals. (2, 5, 6)