Bachelor of Science in Surgical Technology/Surgical Assisting (BSST)

As a surgical technologist and surgical assistant, you will be working as an essential member of the surgical team consisting of surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia. You will learn how to provide surgeons with the instruments and equipment necessary to perform surgery, assist the surgeon during the procedure, and provide pre and post-operative care in the office setting.

This three consecutive year program is one of the first bachelor’s degree programs in the country to combine surgical technology, first assistant, and office practice training beyond traditional surgical technology programs. Upon graduation, students receive the Bachelor of Science in Surgical Technology/Surgical Assisting (BSST) degree. Program graduates are eligible to apply for the national certification examination for surgical technology and surgical assisting through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).

Program Goal 1: Graduates will demonstrate problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Applied didactic concepts into the clinical setting, demonstrating critical thinking.

Applied theories of surgical technology to real life scenarios.

Program Goal 2: Students will have an understanding and appreciation for optimum aseptic technique and infection prevention

Student Learning Outcome:

Practiced aspetic technique and infection prevent safety.

Demonstrated knowledge of sterile processing principles and practices.

Program Goal 3: Students will demonstrate professional behavior and effective communication skills

Student Learning Outcomes:

Obtained student membership in professional organization (s).

Delivered a formal presentation.

Program Goal 4: Students will demonstrate entry-level competency in surgical technology and surgical assisting

Student Learning Outcomes:

Demonstrated entry level clinical competency in operating room and clinical procedures.

Prepared to enter the profession as a certified Surgical Technologist/Surgical Assistant.

Program Goal 5: Graduates will portray leadership skills.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Successfully complete a leadership course.

Served as a volunteer for a college/community event.

A nursing or medical imaging career provides a chance to help, heal, and bring hope, learn, and prosper—to find a purpose, fulfil a passion, and gain a life of rewards. At Bellin College, we are devoted to providing you with an excellent education that fulfils this promise and prepares you for the demands of the rapidly changing healthcare environment.

A focused curriculum, extensive hands-on practice, leadership and service-learning, and dedication to the values of Excellence, Integrity, Community, and Caring helps our students succeed academically and professionally.

Bellin College is dedicated to preparing healthcare professionals by providing an intellectually stimulating environment focused on leadership, community service, and lifelong learning that promotes excellence in healthcare practice and the profession's advancement.

Bellin College faculty are facilitators, role models, and resources in the learning process. We provide an environment that supports a diverse student population. We pursue excellence in education by assisting students in developing critical thinking skills to commit to the College values of Excellence, Integrity, Community, and Caring.

Teaching/learning is a dynamic process of discovery attained through interaction and engagement. Faculty members implement cooperative teaching strategies in partnership with students to achieve program outcomes. Students share the responsibility of achieving their learning goals through participation in the education process. As co-creators of their learning, students are responsible for developing a scholarly approach to learning through assimilation and integration of new knowledge, utilization of technology, and life experiences.

Graduates of Bellin College are prepared to function in leadership roles and affect social, ethical, political, and economic issues surrounding health care.