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Surgical Technology Banner
Contact:

Melissa R Bruton

Department Head/Instructor of Surgical Technology
Wharton County Junior College
911 Boling Highway
Wharton, TX 77488
Ph: (979) 532-6310
Fax: (979) 532-6489
E-mail: melissaw@wcjc.edu
                                                                                                                                                               

Program Information

 

The program in surgical technology includes theory and practical clinical experience designed to prepare the successful completer to function as an integral member of the surgical team. Emphasis is placed on the proper application of sterile technique and modern technology to patient care in the operating room. Upon completion of the program the student is qualified to take the national certification examination for surgical technologists. The program has been awarded initial accreditation, oversight of which is by the Accreditation Review Committee – Surgical Technology along with the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).

Criminal Background Checks

Most clinical facilities require that criminal background checks be completed prior to allowing students to participate in clinical training at their facilities. Applicants conditionally accepted into the ST program will be required to complete a criminal background check. Final acceptance into to the program is contingent upon a satisfactory background check, which will be completed by an approved agency. The cost of the criminal background check will be at the applicant’s expense. The anticipated cost for the criminal background check is $52.02. Information regarding this process should be obtained from the Surgical Technology Department Head.





 

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