Surgical Technology

(Jefferson Davis Campus)

Fall Entry

This intensive, one year Surgical Technology program is designed to prepare the student to enter the surgical environment as a surgical technologist. The surgical technologist assists physicians, anesthesiologists, and registered nurses in the care of patients during operations. Students learn to apply the principles of sterile technique required during operative procedures, the use of instruments and equipment, related surgical anatomy and pathology, wound classifications and healing, standard precautions, and extensive study of procedures from surgical sub-specialties and related areas.

Graduates will be eligible to take the national certifying examination to become certified surgical technologists. This program is nationally accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), 1361 Park Street, Clearwater, FL 33756, Telephone number 727-210-2350.

Program Goals

The goals of the Surgical Technology program include;

• Facilitate student learning and instruction to attain state mandated competencies in the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domain
• Provide the student with skills and knowledge to graduate and function as members of the surgical team
• Prepare graduates to successfully pass the AST certification exam and become nationally certified.

Admission Procedure

1. Make application and be accepted to Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. Application can be completed online.
2. Submit copies of official transcripts of all schools attended to the Office of Admissions. All transcripts must be reviewed by the Office of Admission for determination of course credits.
3. Meet all Academic Requirements (listed below) and complete any program pre-requisites or Entry Requirements.
4. After successful completion of all academic and entry requirements, the student may submit an Allied Health Application for Program Admission beginning April 15^th of each year. Please meet with a counselor on the Jefferson Davis Campus to submit and complete your Surgical Technology Program Application Packet.

MGCCC NURSING AND ALLIED HEALTH PROGRAM APPLICATION  

SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY ADMISSIONS CHECKLIST  

Application deadline for Fall Entry programs is July 1^st. All test scores, transcripts and required documentation must be received by this date. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Late applications may be considered depending upon the availability of program openings.

Academic and Entry Requirements

• Achieve a minimum ACT Reading sub-score of 16 (or COMPASS equivalent = 74 Reading)
• Achieve a minimum ACT Mathematics sub-score of 16 (or COMPASS equivalent = 34 Pre-Algebra or 22 Algebra)
• Attend a Mandatory Pre-Allied Health Orientation Session - To register for a Pre-Allied Health Orientation session, visit the Online Appointment Scheduler (Appointment Quest) at http://www.appointmentquest.com/scheduler/2070047424/login. You will be required to create an account before registering which can be accomplished by selecting the “Enrollment” tab and filling in the form. Once an account has been created, you will be able to register for one of the listed Pre-Allied Health Orientation sessions. PLEASE USE YOUR STUDENT EMAIL ADDRESS WHEN YOU REGISTER WITH APPOINTMENTQUEST! You will receive an email confirming that you have registered in the system. IF YOU DO NOT GET AN EMAIL CONFIRMING YOUR APPOINTMENT, please log in to the system again and make sure you have entered your email address correctly. PRE-NURSING AND PRE-ALLIED HEALTH ORIENTATION FLYER  
• Hold a current American Heart Association CPR for Healthcare Providers certification
• Comply with Mississippi law requiring a Criminal Background History Check with Fingerprinting through the Mississippi Department of Health. All Nursing and Allied Health applicants are required to obtain a clear or acceptable Criminal Background Check from the MGCCC Campus Police at JD, JC, Perkinston or the George County Campus/Center. MGCCC’s Criminal Background Check Policy (including days and times) can be viewed at CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK WITH FINGER PRINTING SCHEDULE  

Selection Process

Program openings are filled based on Selective Admission; applicants are ranked based on their individual achievement test scores and prior college course work. Student ranking for entry into the SUT program is based on a point system. Students are awarded points for their required ACT sub-scores (or COMPASS equivalent) and given bonus points for successful completion of ENG 1113  based on their achieved grade. Points will also be awarded for successful completion of any other college credit courses which could be used to complete degree requirements for the AASOE option. Program enrollment is a floating number which can fluctuate each year based on availability of clinical rotation slots. Students who are selected are also held to the following program policies.

SUT Program Policies

• All Nursing and Allied Health students must submit to substance testing in accordance with the Substance Testing Policy and Procedures for Associate Degree Nursing and Allied Health Programs. The Nursing and Allied Health Program’s substance testing policy can be viewed at SUBSTANCE TESTING POLICY  .
• A student must be deemed physically and emotionally able to meet the requirements for the SUT program. A physical examination, immunization records and completed health form, signed by a Medical Physician, is required prior to the first meeting of the program. (Required immunizations: measles and rubella, diphtheria-tetanus (within last 10 years), chicken pox, current TB skin test and Hepatitis B vaccine series.)
• Upon admission to the Surgical Technology Program, students must maintain a 2.0 GPA on the required courses and complete each course with a C or better.
• Adherence to additional clinical affiliation requirements may be necessary depending on clinical rotation placement. (i.e. hospital orientation, HIPAA training, CPR certification)

SUT program – Cost List (Estimate only)

•  Tuition - $1,150.00 per semester (12-18 hrs)
•  Program Fees $140.00 - $200.00 per semester
•  Registration Fee $50.00 per semester (Non-refundable)
•  Technology Fee $36.00 per semester
•  Books, Workbooks, Supplies $800.00 - $1,000.00 (Non-refundable)
•  Liability Insurance $11.00-$12.00 per semester (Non-refundable)
•  Uniform, Accessories $150.00
•  Pre-admission Physical Exam and Immunizations $200.00 - $300.00
•  Substance Testing $29.00 per semester
•  Pre-admission Criminal Background Check $65.00 (MGCCC Campus Police)
•  Certification Exam Fees $250.00

Cost may be subject to change