The Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology program is designed to prepare students for a career as a surgical technologist. The program of study will introduce students to the basics of surgical technology and will include a practicum providing the student with a hands-on experience in the operating room. The technology courses will give students additional skills to enhance their advancement in the surgical environment.

The curriculum is also designed to give students a general education knowledge base which will complement their skills in the major subject areas. Additionally, the curriculum is also designed to prepare the student for the surgical technology national certifying examination which will be administered as part of the core curriculum.

The program has entered into a consortium agreement with the University Online campus located at the main campus in Virginia Beach. The agreement enables Arts and Science and Self Integration courses to be delivered asynchronously online. The agreement has zero impact on employment or licensure and there are no additional costs incurred. This program consists of 1,505 contact hours.

Surgical Technology (AAS)

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