163 B immunization or declare intent to decline the immunization upon admission. • Complete all prerequisites with a grade of “B” or better. • Pass required sections of the Health Occupations Basic Entrance Test (HOBET) or Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS). • Submit official transcripts from previous institutions. • Submit three letters of recommendation: two professional and one personal. • Meet with the Program Director to review and complete paperwork. Note: If COMPASS scores are lower in any area, provide a transcript of the recommended course(s) completed with a “B” or better. All program applications are reviewed by the Surgical Technology Department Admissions Committee. Students who have completed the Central Service Technician program prior to application to the Surgical Technology Program are given preference. Students must submit all paperwork by July 15th for the start of the Fall Semester. Students beginning the program in the Spring Semester should submit all paperwork by November 15th. The COMPASS minimum passing composite score is 60. The reading comprehension sections must be at least 50. Test scores are considered valid for two (2) years if scores meet current requirements. Check the appropriate campus location for adherence to the above submission dates.
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Admission Requirements To be admitted into the Surgical Technology program, students are required to complete the following: • Fulfill all WCCCD admission requirements. • Be 18 years of age or older and have a high school diploma or GED • If required, fulfill course placement requirements based on the COMPASS scores. • Declare intent to enroll in the Surgical Technician program by submitting an Allied Health Department application to the program director. • Submit physical examination results on a WCCCD form. • Show proof of, or intent to receive Hepatitis
Based upon Michigan Law Students applying for admission to the Surgical Technology Program will be subject to a criminal background check, the results of which could preclude an applicant from admission to Wayne County Community College District’s Surgical Technology Program on the basis of any of the following: • A felony conviction, or conviction for an attempt or conspiracy to commit a felony within the past 15 years. • Any misdemeanor conviction involving abuse, neglect, assault, battery or criminal sexual conduct within the past 10 years. • Any misdemeanor conviction involving fraud or theft against a vulnerable Continued on next page.
PROGRAM CURRICULA
Program Outcomes • Students will be able to demonstrate and apply technical competency as it applies to the surgical technician profession. • Exhibit proficiency in successfully completing the National Certifying Examination for Surgical Technologists with a 80% or better proficiency rate. • Demonstrate expertise in the application of sterile and aseptic technique. • Apply principles of pharmacology as related to the Surgical Technologist. • Demonstrate critical thinking skills during peri-operative procedural management according to the facility policies, procedures and surgeon preferences. • Perform competently in the Scrub and Circulator role in accordance with AST standards. • Maximize patient safety by facilitating a safe surgical environment. • Demonstrate self-direction and responsibility for maintaining surgical competency. • Effective use of written, oral and interpersonal communication skills operating as a member of a diverse team of medical professionals. • Incorporate the safety principles, practices and standards regulations as governed by the profession.