Berkeley College's Associate in Applied Science in Sterile Technology prepares you to work as a member of surgical teams alongside surgeons, anesthesiologists, and circulating nurses. Study surgical techniques, instrument handling, sterile field maintenance, and patient preparation through hands-on learning in on-site surgical laboratories that simulate operating room environments. Gain practical experience through clinical practicums at off-campus healthcare facilities under supervision of instructors and professional practitioners while building communication and reasoning skills through liberal arts and sciences coursework.

Key Details:

• Degree: Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
• Clinical Training: Practicums at healthcare facilities under instructor and professional supervision
• Lab Experience: Surgical laboratories simulating operating room environments
• Skills Focus: Operating room setup, surgical instrument preparation, patient preparation, sterile field maintenance, instrument passing, operating room monitoring, sterile technique