Associate of Science

The Associate of Science in Surgical Technology (ASST) is a five-semester, 69 credit-hour program which provides students with the necessary knowledge, skills, values, and competencies for a career in surgical technology. The curriculum is based on the Core Curriculum for Surgical Technology published by the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST). Graduates will receive an Associate of Science in Surgical Technology and will be eligible to take the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) certification examination in Surgical Technology.

Admission Criteria

• Have a high school diploma or GED and be admitted to BRCC
• Have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher
• Have a GPA of 2.5 or higher and a grade of “C” or better in the 30 credit hours of prerequisite courses
• Achieve a grade of 70% or better in the Surgical Technology Fundamentals course
• Achieve a grade of 80% or better in the Surgical Technology Fundamentals Lab
• Have the ability to fully comply with the Surgical Technology Program Core Performance Standards for Admission and Progression which include: Mobility, Sensory, Health, Cognitive, Psychomotor, and Affective Behavior Skills

Program of Study