The Surgical Technology Program was developed between Drury University and the Rolla Technological Institute (RTI). It’s a one year program consisting of:
- Classroom instruction
- Lab demonstrations
- A clinical externship
The program satisfies requirements set forth by the Joint Review Committee for Education in Surgical Technology. The curriculum may vary depending on when the student starts the program.
A maximum of 30 semester hours of credit may be awarded for completion of the surgical technology program to be used toward the Associate of Science in Surgical Technology. Credit also is awarded for military training in this specialty upon completion of national registry certification.
To earn this degree, you will complete General Education courses plus 34 – 48 credit hours specific to your Associate of Science in Surgical Technology degree.
Transfer Program (30 hours minimum)
Choose one (4 - 8 hours):
BIOL 207: Anatomy and Physiology
4 credit hoursAn introduction to basic anatomy and physiology of the human body from a single cell to the coordinated whole. Special emphasis is placed on conditions that may upset the delicate balance of each system and produce disease. Medical terminology will be integrated into the course to expand the student’s medical vocabulary. Lecture and laboratory.
BIOL 205: Human Anatomy
4 credit hoursAn introduction to the gross and microscopic anatomy of the human body. Mammalian examples of major systems are studied in the laboratory. Lecture and laboratory. Offered fall semester.
BIOL 206: Human Physiology
4 credit hoursThis course examines the organization and function of the human body as a whole and the interrelations of its various systems, organs, tissues and cells. Lecture and laboratory.
Jobs in surgical technology are projected to grow 9.7% by the year 2028 nationally. The median annual wage is $48,300. The average wage for surgical technicians technologists in Missouri specifically is $43,580.
