Pursue your Associate of Science in Surgical Technology through South College’s hybrid program in Knoxville, combining online coursework with hands-on, on-campus lab and clinical experiences at approved sites. Work to build the skills to help care for patients, prepare for surgery, maintain sterile environments, and assist surgeons during surgical procedures.
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Surgical
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(Hybrid Program)
Surgical Technology Degree
Hybrid Program — Online + On-Campus at South College in Knoxville + Clinical Rotations
Available Programs
Associate of Science in Surgical Technology
This program is designed to provide hands-on training and education for this key role. Study pharmaceutical drugs, surgical procedures, and clinical care, including how to position, prep, and drape a patient.
Explore sterilization procedures, the importance of maintaining sterile surgical areas, and the role of microorganisms in the environment.
The program also covers how to run lab tests and interpret their results. In addition to time in the classroom and our Surgical Technology lab, gain practical clinical experience in operating rooms at various hospitals and outpatient surgery centers.
Hybrid Program Format
The Associate of Science in Surgical Technology in Knoxville is offered as a hybrid program, combining the flexibility of online learning with hands-on, on-campus experiences and approved clinical site experience.
Online coursework includes synchronous and asynchronous lectures, videos, faculty-led discussions, and assignments. Hands-on labs are conducted on campus at the Knoxville location, and collaborative clinical education experiences round out the program.
Associate of Science in Surgical Technology with a Concentration in Flexible Endoscope Reprocessing
For this concentration, you’ll take an additional course designed to prepare you to become a safe and competent flexible endoscope reprocessor technician. After completing this course and gaining 6 months of experience, you’ll be eligible to sit for the Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor Certification Exam offered by the Certification Board for Sterilization Processing and Distribution (CBSPD).
Associate of Science in Surgical Technology with a Concentration in Sterile Processing
For the Sterile Processing concentration, you’ll take an additional course on how to disinfect, prepare, process, store, and issue sterile and non-sterile supplies and equipment. The course also covers operating and monitoring sterilization units and processes. After completing this course, you’ll be eligible to sit for the Sterilization Processing and Distribution Technician Certification Exam offered by the Certification Board for Sterilization Processing and Distribution (CBSPD).
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Knoxville, TN
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South College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award degrees at the doctorate, educational specialist, master’s, baccalaureate, and associate levels. South College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of South College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
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