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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 has full approval and certification to operate from the Arkansas Department of
Higher Education 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)

Additional Program Information
Contact for Additional Information
Additional information about the school may be obtained, or a complaint filed, through an
established policy and process described in the Student Handbook by contacting the state board
and professional accrediting agency.

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