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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 completion of the program the student will receive an AAS from Baptist Health. Graduates
from the BHCLR - School of Surgical Technology and 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 Department of Higher Education (ADHE) in Little
Rock, Arkansas.

School 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.

Education Facilities
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.

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

Student Support Services
Professional Organizations
Association of Surgical Technologists (AST)

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