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1. Successful completion of the program of studies and the professional curriculum;
successful completion is evidenced by completion of all requirements for each course;
2. Fulfill progression and promotion criteria;
3. Participate in the senior photo session; and
4. Complete the Graduate Clearance Form and process.

Length of Program
When the student enters the professional study at BHCLR, the program of study is one academic year
including forty-four (44) weeks of instruction.

Graduates
Upon successful completion of the program and fulfilling all graduation requirements, the student will
receive an AAS from Baptist Health College Little Rock. Graduates from the BHCLR - School of
Surgical Technology are eligible to apply and take the national certification examination.

Licensure and Certification
The eligibility requirements are set forth by The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical
Assisting (NBSTSA). Graduates may apply as candidates to write the national certifying examination for
surgical technologists. Candidates who achieve the required score are certified to officially and
professionally use the title and credential of a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST).

The school is certified through the Arkansas Division of Higher Education (ADHE) in Little Rock,
Arkansas.

School of Surgical Technology Objectives
1. Demonstrate understanding of biomedical sciences and technology as it applies to the patient
focused events that occur in the operating room.

2. Practice professional, value directed actions based on theoretical knowledge, ethical principles
and legal standards as a member of the surgical team.

3. Utilize principles of aseptic technique for physical preparation and maintenance of the surgical
environment.

4. Demonstrate knowledge of the needs of the perioperative patient.

Clinical Laboratory Affiliations
The BHCLR – School of Surgical Technology affiliates with several facilities in the central Arkansas area
to offer a broad range of clinical learning experiences. The following facilities are used: Baptist Health
Medical Center- Little Rock, as well as other selected facilities.

Auditing of Course
Contact the Program Director for consideration to audit a specified course or particular content. An
auditing fee may be charged.

Professional Organizations
Association of Surgical Technologists (AST)

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