Program Description

The Dixie State College of Utah Surgical Technology Program is taught in conjunction with Dixie Regional Medical Center in St. George, Utah. Our courses will prepare the student to function as a Surgical Technologist in a hospital or surgical center operating room.

After completion of prerequisite courses, the program can be completed in two semesters. Students who successfully complete the program will receive a certificate from the college. Graduates will be eligible to sit for the National Certification Exam.

Requirements:

Must have college entry level English and Math scores, or ACT scores that reflect competency. 

• Other prerequisites include:
  • Math 1010 Intermediate Algebra
  • ENGL 1010
  • HLOC 1000 Medical Terminology
  • BIOL 2320/2325 Human Anatomy/Lab (Highly Recommended)

(BIOL 1200 Human Biology may be substituted, but not recommended)

Note:  BIOL 1610 Biology I and BIOL 1615 Biology I Lab are prerequisites for BIOL 2320/2325 Human Anatomy/Lab OR BIOL 1010 General Biology is a prerequisite for BIOL 1200 Human Biology)

• Immunizations:
  • Verification of 2 MMR (Measles Mumps Rubella) immunizations or Titer showing immunity
  • TDaP immunization. MUST include Pertussis. Waiver required if tetanus shot received in last 2 years.
  • Negative Tuberculosis Skin Test (TB Skin Test), Chest X-ray or verification of prior treatment for TB. Must be good through program completion (1 year)
  • Hepatitis B series (3 required) At least 2 must be completed before program start. Allow 4 weeks between first two. The third one is due five months later. (Students who decline the immunizations may sign a waiver)
  • Chicken Pox vaccination or letter verifying you had Chicken Pox or titer showing immunity
• CPR Certification. Healthcare Provider level Cardiopulmonary   Resuscitation. (American Red Cross expires every year. American Heart Association expires every 2 years.)
• 5-panel Drug Screen Cost: $30-$50
• Background Screening $45.00      

   

  
  PSB Health Occupations Aptitude Test:
  Each applicant will be required to complete this test prior to submitting the application for the program. It helps determine if the applicant's education, training and experience are compatible with the Surgical Technology program requirements. Information about the test is included with the application packet. There are 5 categories in the test:

  • Academic Aptitude 
  • Spelling 
  • Reading Comprehension

    

  • Information in the Natural Sciences
  • Vocational Adjustment Index

   

  DSC Testing Center

   

   

  Personal References:
  Each applicant will be required to submit two acceptable recommendation forms. (included in the application packet) These should be from a direct supervisor or someone in the healthcare field.
  
  Personal Letter:
  This letter should include:

  Why you want to be a surgical technologist
  Why you feel you would be a good surgical technologist
  Your perception of yourself in regards to your ability to handle stress
  Your integrity
  your ability to listen and receive constructive criticism
  Your feelings regarding your success in the program
  Any other pertinent information such as medical problems, drugs, etc.
  
  
  *Tuition and Fees:
  (*Approximate tuition and fees subject to change. Amount is based on (2005-2006 school year and is for resident tuition.)

  Item	Amount
  Application and Testing Fees	$65.00
  Tuition (resident/yr)	$2,734.00
  Mandatory Lab Fees (non-refundable)	$600.00
  Textbooks, Equipment	$500.00
  Health Requirements	$250.00 (approx.)
  Total	$4149.00

Associate Dean:  Dr. Carole Grady
Office:   TAYLOR 308
Phone:  435-879-4801
E-mail:  grady@dixie.edu

Advisor: Kathleen Plewe
Office: Advisement Office SSC
Phone: 435-652-7691
E-mail: kplewe@dixie.edu

 Program Director: Jeanne Mortenson
Office: TAYLOR 304
Phone: 435-879-4850
E-mail: jmortenson@dixie.edu

Instructor: Cathy Yarbrough
Office: TAYLOR 305
Phone: 435-879-4851
E-mail: yarbrough@dixie.edu

 Secretaries: Colleen Hales and Gina Jacobs
Office: TAYLOR 303
Phone: 435-879-4810
E-mail: hales@dixie.edu OR jacobs@dixie.edu