Welcome Sterile Processing Technology/Technician Students!
Sterile Processing Technicians play a crucial role in the safety of the surgical patient. Technicians are trained in the proper processing of operating room (OR), emergency room (ER), and labor and delivery instruments and devices as an essential component of their role. Sterile processing technicians keep patients safe by following safety standards and understanding sterilization methods for different classes of surgical instruments.
This short term certificate program is based on the BSCC Sumiton Campus and individuals who complete the program may potentially sit for the National Certification after meeting the required preceptorship (SUR 152 - Central Sterile Lab).
Program: Surgical Technology
Type: Short Term Certificate
Item # Title Credits
ORI 107 Student Survival Skills 1
This course is designed to provide students with information to improve their success as students in a college environment. Specific topics include stress management, time management, goal setting, improving listening and note taking skills, identification of optimum learning styles, reading skills, study skills, problem solving and decision making, test taking strategies, and financial management.
BIO 201 Human A & P I 4
(Pre-requisite: BIO 103 or HESI bypass for biology)
Human Anatomy and Physiology I covers the structure and function of the human body. Included is an orientation of the human body, basic principles of chemistry, a study of cells and tissues, metabolism, joints, the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems, and the senses. Dissection, histological studies, and physiology are featured in the laboratory experience. Lab is required.
BIO 202 Human A & P II 4
(Pre-requisite: BIO 201)
Human Anatomy and Physiology II covers the structure and function of the human body. Included is a study of basic nutrition, basic principles of water, electrolyte, and acid-base balance, the endocrine, respiratory, digestive, excretory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, and reproductive systems. Dissection, histological studies, and physiology are featured in the laboratory experience. Lab is required.
SUR 150 Central Sterile I 4
This course is an introduction to the field of Central Sterile Processing as a career. Emphasis is on the role of Sterile Processing Technician, care of surgical instruments, sterilization procedures, principles of asepsis, safety, and an overview of microbiology. Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of sterilization procedures and workplace asepsis.
SUR 151 Central Sterile II 3
This course is the study of the name of surgical instruments. An emphasis will be placed on the study of human structure, function, procedural terminology, and the instruments and equipment used for common surgical procedures. Upon completion of this course the student will be able to identify a variety of surgical instruments and discuss common uses of the instruments.
SUR 152 Central Sterile Lab with Preceptorship 3
This course is designed to provide the student with a clinical experience in central sterile processing. The theory portion of the course will include a discussion of clinical experiences and a review of previously covered content in preparation for taking a certification exam. Upon successful completion students will be able to apply concepts of central sterile processing at the entry level.
ONE MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY COURSE (Choose one): Either OAD 211 or MAT 101
OAD 211 Medical Terminology 3
This course is designed to familiarize the student with medical terminology. Emphasis is on the spelling, definition, pronunciation, and usage of medical terms. Upon completion, the student should be able to communicate effectively using medical terminology.
OR
MAT 101 Medical Terminology 3
This course is designed for medical assistants, student nurses, and others in the medically related fields. The course will focus on the more common prefixes, roots, and suffixes used to construct medical terms with these word parts to determine the meanings of new or unfamiliar terms. The student will learn a system of word building which will enable them to interpret medical terms.
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Total credits: 22
BSCC's Libraries have a great collection of resources, including books in print and electronic format, and current articles in our databases. We have also included here a list of excellent websites to help with your research. All the BSCC librarians are ready to help! Contact us by phone, send us an e-mail or stop by and see us in person!
Campus library services and materials are available. Need books? Need to use a computer with Internet? Need to print and/or make copies?
Come by or call or email your campus library for assistance.
LIBRARY HOURS
Monday - Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Friday 7:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Saturday & Sunday CLOSED
COLLEGE WIDE PHONE NUMBER
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FAYETTE CAMPUS LIBRARY EXT# 5141
(Located on the East Wing of Complex)
Mary Harris - Librarian
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Lesley Whitehead - Library Assistant
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HAMILTON CAMPUS LIBRARY EXT# 5356
(Administration Building)
Tammy Sanders - Librarian
tammy.sanders@bscc.edu
JASPER CAMPUS LIBRARY EXT# 5748
(Irma D. Nicholson Library Building)
Rebecca E. Whitten - Librarian
rebecca.whitten@bscc.edu
Pat Bowden - Library Assistant
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PICKENS CAMPUS LIBRARY EXT# 5646
(Adjacent to Main Office)
Stephanie Butler - Part-time Librarian
stephanie.butler@bscc.edu
SUMITON CAMPUS LIBRARY EXT# 5242
(1200 Building - 1st Floor)
Rebecca E. Whitten - Librarian
rebecca.whitten@bscc.edu
Alaina Browning - Library Assistant
alaina.browning@bscc.edu
Items in these ranges will have the most relevance to the Surgical Technology subject area. You may use the Subject Description when conducting a Library Catalog SUBJECT search.
Call Number Range
RD 1 - RD 811 Surgery
RT 1 - RT120 Nursing
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