Surgical Technology Application Process

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WD (ST Admission Packet information 2014-‐2015) REVISED 06.2014

Surgical Technology

Application Process

Admission to the core level courses of the Surgical Technology program will be determined by a selective process based upon a point system. Students MUST complete ALL program pre-‐requisites prior to applying for progression to the core level of the program. No more than 24 students will be admitted to the core level of the Surgical Technology program. Students will be responsible for completion and submission of a ST Application

packet. The packet will include the Application

Coversheet, ST Student Application Checklist, an attached copy of their degree audit, a copy of HOBET Test results, as well as documentation of applicable previous healthcare experience to the program chair at the time of progression. It is the responsibility of each applicant to make sure all transfer credit has been received and processed by the Office of the Registrar prior to progression. No exceptions will be made for any applicant.

INFORMATION SESSION

Students who have declared ST as their major must attend ONE mandatory Surgical Technology Information Session prior to submitting a ST Application packet. The information sessions will be offered September 22, 2-‐14; October 20, 2014; November 17,

2014; January 26, 2015; and March 9, 2015.

Students are encouraged to attend within the first semester of declaring ST as their major. The session will include detailed information about the profession, the program and progression requirements for admission. Prospective students interested in learning about the program and the profession are welcome to attend.

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES

• 2.75 minimum overall GPA

• High School or college biology and chemistry within the last 7 years, with a grade of C or better.

• Ready for college level reading, writing and math according to the COMPASS™ test.

• FYE 100, 105, OR 110 (if less than 12 credit hours of college coursework) • AFM 095, minimum grade of C • BIO 151, minimum grade of C • BIO 220, minimum grade of C • PHY 110, minimum grade of C • MCH 101, minimum grade of C • ST 100, minimum grade of C

APPLICANT RANKING CRITERIA

• 25 possible points based on overall GPA

• 25 possible points based on results of the HOBET test.

• 25 possible points for Program Prerequisites GPA – A point will be

deducted for any course that is repeated.

• 10 possible points for completed curriculum Science and Non General Education courses -‐ Students will

receive points for science and non general education course successfully completed with “B” or higher, prior to application that is in the ST curriculum. A point will be deducted for any course that is repeated.

• 5 possible points for attending ST Information Session.

• 10 possible points awarded for Experience Points will be granted for

previous masters, bachelors, or associate degree, military experience (DD Form 214 honorable discharge),

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WD (ST Admission Packet information 2014-‐2015) REVISED 06.2014 honors program participant and if currently working in healthcare (patient contact or central service/SPD, letter from supervisor stating type of work and years of service). Students will also receive points based on the number of college hours completed at Cincinnati State.

HEALTH OCCUPATION APTITUDE ASSESSMENT

Students will take the HOBET exam prior to submitting an application for progress. It is recommended that you complete all required developmental courses and pre-‐ core level courses before scheduling your exam. If you are transferring credit from another institution, we encourage you to refresh your knowledge prior to scheduling your exam. Test locations, times, fees and the registration process will be posted on the Health Division and Surgical Technology websites. Information will also be provided at the information session. Students may take the exam once per year and submit your scores with your application. The exam includes sections on academic aptitude, reading comprehension, math and natural science.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS HOBET

1. How do I prepare for this exam – are there practice tests available?

You may purchase practice exams in the book store or by going to this link:

www.atialliedhealth.com

2. What is the cost for the test? $91.00 for the HOBET test

3. When and where can I register?

Refer to the Health and Public Safety website for current dates and locations:

Home Page/Academics Programs /& Certificates/HPS/ST Degree/Details/ Progression Process/HOBET

registration/click link and select HOBET.

4. Can I repeat if I am not happy with my scores?

You can repeat the test in 6 months 5. How soon do I get my results?

You will receive your results immediately.

6. How do I interpret the results?

Refer to ST information session for interpreting your results.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK

Once students are accepted into the Core Level of the ST program, they will be required to submit a Criminal Background Check in order to verify eligibility for clinical placements. The background checks must be received by the program chair prior to starting the Core level sequence. Failure to complete the paperwork in an appropriate timeframe, to assure the results are received in a timely manner, will be grounds for dismissal from the program. You should also be aware that some clinical facilities may require a drug screening prior to placement. That will be determined throughout the year based on the sites you will be assigned. Criminal background checks must be

completed by the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (BCI&I) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

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*Felony records and misdemeanors may prohibit you from continuing in this program or obtaining employment.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND SUGGESTIONS FOR SUCCESS

Computer Access/Email

In addition to the other requirements, all students must be able to access the college online teaching platform, Blackboard, and must be accessible via an electronic mail address. We will not use personal email addresses. All correspondence will be sent via the students Cincinnati State email account. Students may utilize any of the computers on any campus to create and check their email accounts and to access Blackboard. Blackboard and email accounts should be checked frequently (at least 3 times /week) for messages, assignments, and/or announcements. Students are responsible for keeping their demographic information current by updating their personal information as needed.

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Program Overview and Frequently Asked Questions

1. What do I need to be placed on the ST Program list?

Be sure to complete all the prerequisites (no developmental courses, chemistry and biology within the last 7 years, BIO 151, BIO 220, MCH 101, PHY 110, ST 100) with a minimum grade of “C” and a GPA 2.75 or higher.

Attend a Surgical Technology Information Session. See brochures and HPS clerical staff for dates and time.

Complete the HOBET Test. See website or advisor for dates and time. Meet with the ST advisor at least once a semester.

2. How will I be placed on the ST class list?

The program uses a competitive admission process. Selection is based upon a point system. Completion and submission of the Surgical Technology Application Packet by the required deadline to the ST program chair.

You will be notified via MyCState email of your admission status by the preset date. (Attend ST information session for specifics).

3. What are prerequisites?

They are courses that must be taken before a student is eligible to enter ST clinical courses. Developmental prerequisites help to enhance basic reading, writing, math,

biology, and chemistry knowledge and skills. These courses make-up for poor grades or for courses you may not have taken while attending high school. Program prerequisites

introduce you to the profession and potential course work required to be successful.

4. What are technical ST courses?

Technical courses teach you the professional skill and training required to perform your role as a Surgical Technologist. All surgery courses start with the acronym “ST”. You must have permission of the ST Program Chair in order to take these courses.

5. What are non-technical ST courses?

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6. What is the difference between co-op and clinical?

The Surgical Technologist program has classroom, laboratory, and clinical hours. Classroom hours are for learning theory and principles. Laboratory hours are for the application of knowledge and skills in a controlled setting. Clinical hours are spent in a real (hospital) facility under direct supervision while working with patients. All classroom, laboratory, and clinical hours are a mandatory part of your training. Co-op is paid experience in a relative field of study. The Surgical Technology program does not have co-op hours.

7. What scholarships or financial aid are available for Surgical Technology students?

Federal funding based on need, forgivable loans, and scholarships are available once you have started your technical ST classes.

8. Can I attend college part-time or evenings?

Yes, you can take any general educational or non-technical classes part-time or in the evening. However, once you start ST technical courses, you must be committed to take courses during the day for the next 2 years.

9. Will I get a job upon graduation?

The placement rate for Surgical Technologist graduates is very high.

10. Will credits from another college transfer?

Yes, as long as the college is regionally accredited, and credits are applicable to the ST program with a “C” or better. All math and science courses must be retaken if more than 7 years old.

11. What is the pay scale for a Surgical Technologist?

The starting pay in this area is $18.00 - $21.50 per hour or $34,560.00-$41,280.00.

12. When are the clinical courses offered?

All clinical courses are offered in the daytime. There are no evenings, nights, or weekend clinical. Exact specifics are in each clinical course syllabus.

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ST Semester Curriculum

Program Prerequisites:

Ready for college level reading, writing and math according to the COMPASS™ test

BIO 151: A&P 1 4 credits

BIO 220: Microbiology 3 credits

PHY 110: Health Physics 3 credits

ST 100: Exploring Surgical Technology 2 credit

MCH 101: Medical Terminology 2 credits

FYE 100, 105, OR 110: College Success Strategies (if less than 12 credit hours of college coursework) 2 credits

GPA 2.75 minimum

Fall 2012

ST 101: Surgical Foundation and Procedures 1 8 credits

ST 111: Surgical Principles and Practice 1 2 credits

BIO 152: Anatomy and Physiology 2 4 credits

MCH 100: Healthcare Informatics 2 credits

16 credits Spring 2013

ST 102: Surgical Foundation and Procedures 2 8 credits

ST 112: Surgical Principles and Practice 2 2 credits

ST 181: ST Clinical Skills Application 1 3 credits

PST 135 Disaster Preparedness for Healthcare Workers 2 credit

15 credits Summer 2013

ST 182: ST Clinical Skills Application 2 2 credits

ST 201: Advanced Surgical Procedures 1 5 credits

ENG 101: English Composition 3 credits

XXX XXX: Humanities/Social Science Elective 1 3 credits

13 credits Fall 2013

ST 202: Advanced Surgical Procedures 2 5 credits

ST 281: ST Clinical Directed Practice 1 6 credits

ENG 102: Composition and Argument 3 credits

14 credits Spring 2014

ST 282: ST Clinical Directed Practice 2 6 credits

COMM 105: Interpersonal Communication 3 credits

XXX XXX: Humanities/Social Science Elective 2 3 credits

12 credits

Total Credits 70 credits

Humanities/Social Sciences Electives: (Choose 6 credits from two different subject areas): ART, CULT. ECO, GEO, HST, LBR, LIT, MUS, PHI, POL, PSY, SOC

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Surgical Technology Applicant Ranking Worksheet

Name: _________________________________ Date: _________________________ Criteria/Requirement

In the event that one or more applicants receive the exact same number of Total Points, Date of Admission to the college will determine admission.

POINTS AWARDED

Required: Overall GPA of 2.75

4.0-3.5 =25 points 3.4-3.0 =15 points 2.9-2.75 =5 points ≤2.74 =0 points MAX 25 GPA

Attended ST Information Session 5 points MAX 5

HOBET

Reading Mathematics Science English ≥ 80 = 6 points for category 70-79.9 = 5 points for category 60=69.9 = 4 points for category 50-59.9 = 2 point for category ≤49 = points MAX 25 R M S E Total ___ Program Prerequisites *A=4 pts; B=3 pts; C=2 pts

Use highest grade when course is repeated. Subtract one point for each time a course is repeated, no matter what grade earned in course. 2.75 GPA is minimum accepted

BIO 151 Anatomy & Physiology 1 (4 cr.hrs) x (grade) = _____ BIO 220 Microbiology (3 cr.hrs) x (grade) = _____ PHY 110 Health Physics (3 cr.hrs) x (grade) = _____ ST 100 Exploring the ST Profession (2 cr.hrs) x (grade) = _____ MCH 101 Medical Terminology 1 (2 cr.hrs) x (grade) = _____

Total points ______divided by 14 = _______GPA

MAX 25 4.0-3.5 = 25 points 3.4-3.0 =20 points 2.9-2.75 =15 points 2.5-2.74 =10 points ≤2.4 =0 points Total_____

Science and Non General Education Courses Work Ahead Points Up to 10 points for curriculum science and non general education courses successfully completed with a grade of A (4 points) or B (2

points) not required for admission and completed ahead of schedule. BIO 152 Anatomy & Physiology 2 = 2 or 4 points MCH 100 Healthcare Informatics =2 or 4 points PST 135 Disaster Preparedness for HPS =1 or 2 point

MAX 10

Total_____

Experiential

Courses at Cincinnati State 2 points Prior Degree/Courses from Accredited Program 2 points max Master or Bachelor = 2 points Associate = 1 points 1 year certificate = 1 points Health Care Experience: 3 points max

Minimum 1 year documented experience within past 3 years Direct or Indirect Patient Care =1 points

Central Service OR SPD Experience =1 points Current Certification in Central Service OR SPD =1 points Honors Program: 2 points Military Service: 1 points

Max 10

Total_____

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Progression Application Coversheet

Surgical Technology Program 2015

TO THE APPLICANT

This form must accompany your ST progression application checklist, test scores and your Academic Evaluation (Degree Audit). Please complete these steps to ensure your application is completed in its

entirety. Step 1: Complete all required documents for progression. Step 2: Submit your documents in an 8x10 envelope to the office staff in room 312 HPB between January 1, 2015 and May 8, 2015.

Applications will not be accepted after May 8, 2015. Please include your name on the envelope and address it to the attn of: Wanda Dantzler, Program Chair. Step 3: Receive a receipt from the front office staff and keep copies of all your documents. Once your documents are received by the program chair, you will receive a confirmation email to your Cincinnati State email account.

Legal Name

______________________________________________________________________________________________ Last First Middle Jr., etc

Preferred name, if not first name______________________ Former last name(s), if any_________________________ Home address

_____________________________________________________________________________________________ Number & street apartment #

_________________________________________________________________________________________________

City State Zip/postal code

Current mailing address, if different from above__________________________________________________________ Number & street apartment #

________________________________________________________________________________________________

City State Zip/postal code

Preferred telephone ( ) _______________________ College E-‐mail _________________________________ I certify that all information submitted in the admission process-‐ including the application is factually true and honestly presented. I understand that these documents will become the property of the institution and will not be returned to me.

Signature ______________________________________________________ Date______________________________ mm/dd/yyyy

Complete application ________ Incomplete application _________

Missing documents: ________________________________________________________________

Confirmation E-mail sent ____________________ Date ________________

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Surgical Technology Program

Progression Requirement Checklist

Requirements to Apply for Progression (please check):

_____ Application Coversheet

_____ Declared Program major: ST (Active status)

_____ Completion of all Pre-‐requisite courses with a C or higher

_____ Overall GPA of 2.75

_____ Academic Evaluation (Degree Audit)

_____ HOBET test Score Printout

_____ Experience Documentation: _____ Hours completed at Cincinnati State _____ Documentation of prior degree

_____ Letter documenting current healthcare work experience _____ Documentation of honors experience

_____ Military DD 214 honorable discharge form _____ Repeat applicant

_____ Attendance ST Information Session _____ Make a personal copy of packet

All forms must be complete. Submit your application packets no later than May 8, 2015.

Incomplete forms and packets will not be reviewed. You will receive an email confirmation from the program chair once your packet is received. Do not call the program chair. If you do not receive a confirmation within 5 days of submission, e-‐mail the chair with

the subject line: Receipt of