SURT - 2210 Professional Development for the Surgical Technologist

Prerequisite(s): Acceptance to the Surgical Technology program, and SURT-1030, SURT-1070, SURT-1100, SURT-1100L, SURT-1125, SURT-2050, and SURT-2050L
Co-requisite(s): SURT-2080, SURT-2090, and SURT-2250
This course prepares the student to sit for the national certifying exam for surgical technology. Requirements for successful completion and graduation from the surgical technology program at WNCC are the student’s participation in the NBSTSA Comprehensive (Secure) CST practice exam and participation in the National Certification Exam (CST Examination). Students will review all pertinent subject matter from preceding course work as it relates to the content of the certifying exam. Students will also hone exam preparation and test-taking strategies and learn about the development of the exam, its format, and its importance relative to credentialing and professional development. Students will also learn effective employment/ employability skills related to social media management, job search, job application, resume development, interview skills, and long-term professional development strategies relative to surgical technology.

Course content is delivered in accordance with the Core Curriculum for Surgical Technology 7th edition as required for program accreditation.

Credits: 2
Lecture Classroom Hours: 30