Surgical Technician is an Associate Degree program (Hybrid) offered by ATA College in Fort Myers, FL. The program takes 96 weeks to complete.
Program Overview
The Surgical Technician Program prepares students to pursue entry-level surgical technology positions in several healthcare facilities, including hospitals, medical centers, and public and private surgical centers.
Educational Objectives: Assist under the supervision of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive and non-invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Surgical technologists are experts in the theory and application of the principles of asepsis and sterile technique, utilizing knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and the implementation of tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
What Sets This Program Apart
NOTE: Graduates may be eligible to apply to sit for certification exams in surgical technology.
Admission Requirements & Process
The ATA Admissions department will help you get started. An admissions representative will personally guide you through each step of the admissions process and help find the career that best fits you. Our simplified application process makes it as easy as possible for you to apply to ATA College.
General Requirements
- Minimum Age 17Applicants under the age of 17 are not eligible for enrollment.
- High School Diploma or GEDAll applicants must have proof of standard high school graduation or completion of a General Equivalency Diploma (GED). Proof of high school graduation must be provided prior to…
- Admissions InterviewTo be admitted to ATA College, a prospective student must complete an interview with an ATA College Admissions Representative and submit a completed enrollment agreement.
- Background CheckAll applicants to ATA College must authorize ATA to perform a background check, including but not limited to a criminal record check, social security number validation, and sex…
- English Proficiency (TOEFL)International students are required to take the TOEFL exam to demonstrate English proficiency. The Registrar will evaluate for a passing score.
- Entrance TestComplete the necessary entrance test for the program of study and meet programmatic entry requirements.
- Level II Background CheckResults of a Level II criminal background check are required before acceptance.
- Wonderlic Entrance ExamScore of 250 or above on the Verbal (English) portion of the Wonderlic Basic Skills Assessment.
Application Process
- 1Contact an Admissions RepresentativeContact a representative through ATA's admissions form. An admissions representative will personally guide you through each step of the admissions process and help find the career that best fits you.
- 2Visit the ATA CampusVisit the ATA campus to meet with your representative, discuss your career goals and academic programs, and ask questions to determine the right career path for you.
- 3Complete Your Application PacketComplete your application packet, including authorization for ATA to run a background check and to receive your transcripts from high school and any colleges previously attended.
- 4Complete Program Entrance RequirementsComplete the additional admission requirements for your program, such as the program application, entrance exam, drug screen, and medical and immunization documentation, and receive program acceptance.
- 5Apply for Financial Aid (FAFSA)A financial aid representative will sit down with you to discuss the amount and type of Federal Financial Aid that may be available to you. Once the financial aid application and all required documentation have been received, ATA College will determine your eligibility.FAFSA Code for Fort Myers: 016068Fill Out the FAFSA
- 6Sign Your Enrollment AgreementAfter reviewing your award letter, you will meet with an enrollment specialist to sign an Enrollment Agreement, which secures enrollment in your selected program of study.
- 7Attend New Student OrientationAttend the new student orientation held before your class start, which familiarizes students with ATA officials, policies, and procedures.
- 8Start Your ProgramBegin classes on your start date and change your life!
Program Schedule
Length: 96 Weeks. Delivery Mode: Blended.
Cost of Attendance & Financial Aid
Associate of Applied Science. Credit Hours: 96 (Total Core Credits 72; Total General Education Credits 24). Total Hours: 1,406.
A prospective student and his/her parents are encouraged to visit ATA's Financial Aid Office for detailed information, forms, and assistance in completing application forms for the financial assistance program available.
Financial Aid Programs
Financial Assistance is available for those who qualify. Financial aid programs include student loans and grants. Convenient payment plans are also available. Students should apply early for admission in order to ensure that their financial aid can be completed by registration day. Students attending ATA may have access to federal and state financial aid programs. In order to apply, students must complete the Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Federal Pell Grants
- This is a grant – no repayment required
- For undergraduates only
Pell Grants are awards to help undergraduates pay for their education after high school. For many students, these grants provide a "foundation" of financial aid, to which aid from other Federal and non-Federal sources may be added. Unlike loans, grants do not have to be repaid.
Federal Direct Student Loans
- This is a loan-it must be paid back
- Repayment begins 6 months after last day of academic related activity
ATA College participates in the William D. Ford Direct Loan Program (DL). For student borrowers, Federal Loans are either subsidized or unsubsidized. If you are a regular, diploma-seeking student, enrolled in an eligible program of study at least half time, you may receive a Federal Loan, as long as you complete a Federal Loan entrance interview quiz and meet general financial aid eligibility requirements.
Federal PLUS Loans
The Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS) program enables parents with good credit histories to borrow to pay the educational expenses of each child who is a dependent undergraduate student enrolled at least half-time.
College Access Program (CAP)
The College Access Program (CAP) provides grants to Kentucky's financially needy students to attend Kentucky colleges. CAP Grants are awarded to Kentucky residents enrolled for at least 8 quarter hours (half time) in an associate's degree program and must be Pell eligible.
Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship (KEES)
The Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship is a scholarship designed to encourage and reward high school students for good performance during their high school careers. GPA determines the amounts for each year of study and bonus dollars are awarded for ACT scores.
Veteran's Educational Benefits
ATA is approved by The State Approving Agency for Veterans Education for the training of veterans, veterans' survivors, and children of disabled veterans under public laws administered by the U.S. Veterans Administration.
Rehabilitation Programs
ATA serves clients of Kentucky Vocational Rehabilitation. A student who has a substantial handicap to employment may be eligible for financial assistance while training.
Workforce Investment Opportunity Act (WIOA)
The Workforce Investment Boards provide grants to those eligible students who have been displaced or who are unemployed. Other minimum requirements and funds availability also apply.
Required Courses
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Career Outcomes
Career Services
Information on job requests from businesses and industries will be made available to students who qualify. ATA does not promise or guarantee placement/employment after graduation, but will assist in obtaining initial contact with employers. Placement statistics are available online at http://www.ata.edu/disclosures
Employment Information
Upon request, ATA will provide information regarding employment rates of graduates of ATA. Information regarding present and future opportunities in the areas for which ATA trains will be readily supplied by the Career Services Office. Placement rate information is available at: http://www.ata.edu/disclosures
What to Expect as a Student at ATA College
Resource Room
The Resource Room is open each week, Monday through Thursday, from 8:00 a.m. until 9:30 p.m. On Fridays, the Resource Room is open from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Books and periodicals may be checked out for student use. ATA subscribes to Gale Health and Medicine, Gale Health and Wellness and Gale Nursing and Allied Health. The Virtual on-line library can be accessed from the Resource Room and gives students access to over 900 periodicals, a virtual reference room, medical videos and an extensive pharmacology database.
Tutoring Service
The entire faculty and staff are available to the student for academic help whenever possible. Appointments should be made in advance.
Extracurricular Activities
ATA student services personnel regularly conduct activities for students such as parties, picnics and graduation activities.
Guidance
The Student Services Office serves as an academic advisor to students. Students may also seek out faculty members based on their chosen program of study. Counseling of a severe/professional nature is referred to appropriate outside licensed agencies.
Housing
There are no school sponsored housing facilities available.
Distance Education
Students have 24/7 access to Canvas support and helpdesk/online support through the College for technical issues. In addition, Canvas offers a live chatting option for both students and faculty.
Location
Accreditation & Approvals
Accreditation - Institutional
Accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), 6116 Executive Blvd., Suite 730, North Bethesda, MD 20852, 301-291-7550.
Approvals and Memberships
- Kentucky Commission for Proprietary Education
- Kentucky Board of Nursing - Full Approval, Pre-Licensure Practical Nursing; Initial Approval: LPN to RN Bridge Associate Degree Nursing; Nursing, Associate Degree Nursing
- Kentucky Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy
- Kentucky Board of Dentistry
- Kentucky Board of Dentistry: Dental Radiation Safety and Technique
- Vocational Rehabilitation, Departments of Kentucky and Indiana
- American Academy of Professional Coders
Specific programs at ATA College Louisville are approved for persons eligible to receive VA educational benefits. This institution is regulated by: The Indiana Board for Proprietary Education, 101 West Ohio Street, Suite 670, Indianapolis, IN 46204-1984. ATA is approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing to offer Practical Nursing and Nursing Programs. The Practical Nursing and Registered Nursing programs in Ohio are approved by the Ohio Board of Nursing.