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The Industrial Systems Technology curriculum is designed to prepare or upgrade individuals to service, maintain, repair, or install equipment for a wide range of industries. Instruction includes theory and skill training needed for inspecting, testing, troubleshooting, and diagnosing industrial equipment and physical facilities. Students will learn technical skills in blueprint reading, electricity, hydraulics/pneumatics, machining, welding, and various maintenance procedures. Practical application in these industrial systems will be emphasized and additional advanced coursework may be offered. Upon completion of any of the levels of this curriculum, graduates should gain the necessary practical skills and related information to qualify for employment or advancement in the various areas of industrial maintenance technology.

The Information Technology (IT) curriculum with emphasis in Cyber Security prepares graduates for employment as designers, testers, support technicians, administrators, developers, or programmers with organizations that use computers to design, process, manage, and communicate information, depending on the technical path selected within this curriculum. Coursework includes development of a student's ability to communicate and solve technical issues related to information support and services, interactive media, network systems, programming and software development, and other emerging technologies based on the selected area of study. Graduates should qualify for employment in entry-level positions with businesses, educational systems, and governmental agencies which rely on computer systems to manage information. The program will incorporate the competencies of industry-recognized certification exams.

The Information Technology (IT) curriculum with emphasis in Network Technician prepares graduates for employment supporting network infrastructure environments with organizations that use computers to design, process, manage, communicate, and store information. Coursework includes the development of a student's ability to communicate and solve technical issues related to network infrastructure support and services. Students develop an ability to design, install, configure, and manage network infrastructure and network operating systems. Students will learn how to use technologies to provide reliable transmission and delivery of data, voice, image, and video communications in business, industry, and education. Graduates should qualify for employment in entry-level positions with businesses, educational systems, and governmental agencies which rely on computer systems to manage information. The program will incorporate the competencies of industry-recognized certification exams.

The Information Technology (IT) curriculum with emphasis on Programming and Web Development prepares graduates for employment working in website design, development, and management with organizations that use computers to design, process, manage, communicate, and store information. Coursework includes the development of a student's ability to communicate and solve technical issues related to websites and web servers. Students develop an ability to design and program databases and database-driven websites, as well as administration of content-management systems. Graduates should qualify for employment in entry-level positions with businesses, educational systems, and governmental agencies that rely on computer systems to design and manage information. The program will incorporate the competencies of industry-recognized certification exams.

The Medical Assisting curriculum prepares multi-skilled healthcare professionals qualified to perform administrative, clinical, and laboratory procedures. Coursework includes instruction in scheduling appointments, coding and processing insurance accounts, billing, collections, computer operations; assisting with examinations/treatments, performing routine laboratory procedures, electrocardiography, supervised medication administration; and ethical/legal issues associated with patient care.  Graduates of CAAHEP-accredited medical assisting programs may be eligible to sit for the American Association of Medical Assistants' Certification Examination to become Certified Medical Assistants. Employment opportunities include physicians' offices, health maintenance organizations, health departments, and hospitals. Accreditation Statement This program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (http://www.caahep.org/) upon the recommendation of the Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB). Contact the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs at 9355 - 113th St. N, #7709, Seminole, FL 33775 or call 727-210-2350. Competencies Upon successful completion of the Medical Assisting program, the student should be able to: Demonstrate critical thinking based on knowledge of the subject matter required for competence in the profession. Communicate professionally and effectively, both orally and in writing, while demonstrating respect for individual diversity. Incorporate cognitive knowledge implementing psychomotor domains in performing clinical and laboratory procedures. Demonstrate cognitive knowledge and awareness of providing patient care in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations, policies, laws, and patient rights, in the practice setting. Incorporate protective practices and quality control measures, relating to health and safety policies and procedures, to prevent accidents and maintain a safe work environment. Program Outcomes To prepare medical assistants who are competent in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains to enter the profession Program Effectiveness Exam Pass Rate Year Exam Passage  2023  100% 2022 67% 2021 88% 2020 100%  2019 100% The Medical Assisting program at Cleveland Community College has a five-year average of 91% for exam passage for the years 2019-2023. Job Placement Rate Year Job Placement  2023  100% 2022 83% 2021 75% 2020 90%  2019 89% The Medical Assisting program at Cleveland Community College has a five-year average of 86% for job placement for the years 2019-2023. Admission and Selection Criteria CCC has established admissions and selection procedures to ensure students are admitted and selected in a consistent and equitable manner. Completion of these requirements will not guarantee admission to the program. All applicants are encouraged to attend a Health Sciences Symposium, held in June and November, to learn more about the program. All admissions criteria must be completed and submitted to the Admissions Office prior to the program deadline of January 25. Admission Requirements Application to the College and NC Residency Reading/English: Meet one of the following to demonstrate proficiency: Completion of ENG 111 or equivalent with a minimum grade of "C" Completion of prerequisites to be eligible to register for ENG 111 without corequisite (or currently enrolled) Have a 2.8 or higher unweighted high school GPA Provide satisfactory placement test scores Provide proof of completion of an associate or bachelor's degree (if applicable) Post-Provisional Acceptance Requirements An email notification of provisional acceptance will be sent by February 20. The following must be completed to satisfy acceptance requirements: Attend program specific orientation Complete CCC Health Sciences Medical Form Criminal background check and 12-panel drug screen obtained through a secure compliance tracking database The following immunizations are required (more information will be provided during orientation): Complete 2-Step TB Test or IGRA Hepatitis B Influenza (required between 9/1 - 10/31) or of current influenza season Varicella Td or TDaP MMR CPR Certification Comply with the Technical Standards outlined for the program Highly recommended for all students to have health insurance Clinical facilities may require criminal background checks, drug screenings, and/or proof of US citizenship prior to or during participation in the clinical portion of the program. A student who is unable to complete the clinical portion of the program will not be able to graduate. Criminal background checks, drug screenings, credit checks, and/or proof of US citizenship may also be required after graduation by examination boards, state licensing boards, and employing agencies. Essential Functions and Technical Standards Purpose Statement The following standards reflect reasonable expectations of students. In adopting these standards, the program is mindful of the patient’s right to safe and high-quality healthcare by students. The student must be able to apply the knowledge and skills necessary to function in a broad variety of clinical situations while providing high-quality patient care. These standards reflect what may be required for employment of the entry-level professional. It is important that students who are admitted possess cognitive and critical thinking skills, interpersonal skills, behavioral skills, physical skills, and communication skills necessary to practice in the field. Reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities will be considered on an individual basis, but each student must be able to independently perform all performance standards demanded by the clinical site and the College. Accommodations will be provided in accordance with Disabilities Services at Cleveland Community College. The following abilities/skills are required, with or without accommodations. Students must meet the following technical standards and maintain satisfactory demonstration of these standards for progression throughout the program. Students unable to meet these technical standards will not be able to complete the program. The examples used are not all-inclusive. Capability Standard Examples of Technical Standard Found in Program and Related to Industry Cognitive Ability/Critical Thinking Skills Possess critical thinking skills adequate for making the necessary adjustments to meet the challenges in the examination room or office area. Possess short and long-term memory sufficient to perform required tasks. Ability to problem solve. Identify cause-effect relationships in clinical situations. Make appropriate decisions in an emergency. Make appropriate decisions where a situation is not clearly governed by specific guidelines. Be able to demonstrate satisfactory performance on written examination, including mathematical computations.  Physical Tactile Skills: Possess sense of touch sufficient to perform physical assessment and functions. Perform palpation of pulse and veins for venipuncture. Perform cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Gross and Fine Motor Skills: Possess fine and gross motor skills adequate to enter data into a computer; perform functions of physical examination and those related to therapeutic interventions.  Seize, hold, grasp, and turn with hands; input data into computer (~30 wpm), remove sutures, exhibit manual hand and finger dexterity. Wash hands and don/remove gloves and other personal protective equipment as needed. Administer injections, insert catheters, and other patient duties.  Mobility Skills: Be able to move from area to area and maneuver in small spaces. Maintain good balance and use no devices that could impede patient safety/care.  Be able to reach, stoop, bend, kneel, and crouch; ambulate without assistance devices for long periods of time. Be able to independently exert force or lift up to 50 pounds to waist level. Be able to assist patients on and off examination tables, push or pull wheelchairs, carts, and gurneys.  Auditory Skills: Hearing ability (with corrective devices as needed) to listen and communicate with others.  Be able to hear instructions from medical and clerical members of the office staff with or without accommodation. Be able to hear monitors, alarms, cries for help, telephone conversations, and hear blood pressure sounds through the stethoscope.  Visual Skills: Possess visual acuity to differentiate instrumentation and suture. Possess depth perception to adequately assist physician or staff. Possess good hand-eye coordination.  Observe/assess patient responses, test results, and patient care documents. Vision correctable to 20/40 with normal depth perception and the ability to distinguish colors and read fine print. Detect changes in patient skin color or condition. Observe color involved in specimen testing. Distinguish between related drugs, liquids and gaseous chemicals.  Olfactory Skills: Differentiate smells in the physician’s office in order to ensure environmental safety and patient needs. Be able to distinguish and tolerate various odors during patient care.  Interpersonal Skills Ability to use interpersonal skills to be able to work well and communicate with various team members and staff. Ability to listen and question. Ability to take responsibility and be accountable for actions. Demonstrate respect for the patient, their privacy, and for family members. Develop and maintain effective, mature and sensitive professional relationships with other members of the heath care team. Establish rapport with patients, families and colleagues. Respect different religious beliefs and cultural factors displayed by a diverse population.  Behavioral Skills Be able to respond in an emotionally controlled manner in all situations. Accept responsibility for total patient care and avoid demonstrating personal stress or frustration when interacting with staff and patients. The student must not abuse any substance that may alter behavior.  Work as a team member. Tolerate physically taxing workloads. Function effectively under stress. Demonstrate self-motivation. Accept criticism and respond appropriately. Take responsibility for one's own actions and self-report errors or omissions. Accept constructive criticism and make appropriate adjustments to work methods. Maintain personal hygiene consistent with requirements for close contact with patients.  Communication Skills Ability to communicate with others by speech, hearing, reading, writing, language skills, and computer literacy. Communicate clearly in telephone conversations. Obtain and record written and oral medical histories. Read, comprehend, speak and write legibly in the English language. Initiate health teaching to document and interpret clinical actions; provide clear audible directions to patients. Relay the patient’s status to those with a need to know per HIPAA. Be able to bring in an interpreter for the patient or family that does not speak English. Occupational Exposure Possess the ability to self-protect by using standard precautions when coming in contact with any patient. Exposure to blood and body fluids and communicable and infectious diseases, requiring the wearing of personal protective equipment, i.e., masks, goggles, and gloves. Follow Blood Bourne Pathogen safety standards. Working with sharps and medical waste; exposure to sticks, burns. Exposure to latex and nitrile products if allergic. Exposure to assault and battery Environmental hazards – slippery floors, various levels of lighting, room temperatures, etc. Handle hazardous medications such as chemotherapy drugs. Be able to protect self and patient from radiation, and different toxic sterilants as well as infectious diseases. Legal/ethical dilemmas Liability issues Estimated Total Cost for Program Fee Description  Year 1  Year 2  Tuition (Med Courses)  $1582.00  $2114.00 Lab Fees  $192.00   $88.00 Background, Drug Screen, & Immunization Tracker  $0  $135.00 Health Science Fee (Includes Uniforms)  $200.00  $0 Malpractice Insurance  $0  $16.00 Textbooks (for both years)  $300.00  $200.00 Pinning Fee  $0  $50.00 Estimated Total $2274.00   $2603.00 Estimated Grand Total (2 Years)   $4877.00 Understanding the Ranking Process When all admissions requirements have been met, qualified applicants are ranked using a point system. Points will be awarded for each related course completed by the deadline, based on the grade earned in the course. If the course is repeated, the highest grade earned will be used in the ranking. A = 4 points B = 3 points C = 2 points (no points are awarded for grades lower than C) AP credit is based on the individual scores: 5 = 4 points 4 = 3 points 3 = 2 points (no points are awarded for scores lower than 3) Related course points will be added to create the total score for the ranking. Applicants with the highest ranked scores will be accepted. In the event of a tie, the GPA will be used to determine ranking order. An alternate list will be maintained in ranking order, and alternates will only be accepted if a space becomes available. Applicants not admitted to the program must reapply. The below chart can be used to track related course points. Course  Grade  Points Earned  BIO 168      BIO 169     ENG 111     CNA (with clinical experience)     PSY 150 or SOC 210     Reentry Process For students seeking reentry to the program: All requests for reentry must be approved by the Admissions Office and the program director prior to implementation. Only one reentry will be considered. Applied and Not Accepted to Program Students not selected to the program may reapply for the next year by completing a new health sciences application. All applications for admission must be updated annually. Grading Policy All courses must receive a grade of C or higher to complete the program.

The Medical Office Administration curriculum prepares individuals for employment as medical administrative personnel in the areas of medical office, medical billing and coding, dental office, patient services, and medical documents. Coursework includes medical terminology, computer applications, medical office management, medical coding, medical insurance billing, medical legal and ethical issues, oral and written communication, and other topics depending on the subject area selected within this curriculum. Graduates should qualify for employment opportunities in a variety of medical office positions in medical and dental offices, hospitals, insurance companies, laboratories, medical supply companies, and other healthcare related organizations. Upon graduation, students may be eligible to sit for industry-recognized certification exams.

The Mission Critical Operations - Data Center Technician IT curriculum prepares graduates for employment in a wide range of positions in information technology (IT), operations technology (OT), and maintenance with a concentration on enterprise information systems. Coursework includes the development of a student’s ability to maintain technically sophisticated systems for business continuity and near continuous uptime using engineering, information technology, industrial management and maintenance skills. The coursework emphasizes analytical and problem-solving skills required to sustain high availability national security interests and includes instruction in electromechanical systems, networking, automation, cybersecurity, emergency management and systems integration. Graduates should qualify for employment as entry-level technicians with businesses, industries, educational systems, and governmental agencies in national critical infrastructure areas including, but not limited to, communications, emergency services, energy, financial services, healthcare, information technology, and transportation. The program will incorporate the competencies of industry-recognized certification exams.

The Mission Critical Operations - Data Center Technician OT curriculum prepares graduates for employment in a wide range of positions in information technology (IT), operations technology (OT), and maintenance with a concentration on site operations. Coursework includes the development of a student’s ability to maintain technically sophisticated systems for business continuity and near continuous uptime using engineering, information technology, industrial management and maintenance skills. The coursework emphasizes analytical and problem-solving skills required to sustain high availability national security interests and includes instruction in electromechanical systems, networking, automation, cybersecurity, emergency management and systems integration. Graduates should qualify for employment as entry-level technicians with businesses, industries, educational systems, and governmental agencies in national critical infrastructure areas including, but not limited to, communications, emergency services, energy, financial services, healthcare, operations technology, and transportation. The program will incorporate the competencies of industry-recognized certification exams.

The Office Management curriculum prepares individuals for employment as administrative office personnel who use skills in the areas of office management, office finance, legal office, virtual office, customer service, and office software.  Coursework includes computer applications, oral and written communication, analysis and coordination of office tasks and procedures, records management, and other topics depending on the subject area selected within this curriculum. Graduates should qualify for employment opportunities in a variety of office positions in business, government, and industry. Upon graduation, students may be eligible to sit for industry recognized certification exams.

The Radiography curriculum prepares the graduate to be a radiographer, a skilled healthcare professional who uses radiation to produce images of the human body. Coursework includes clinical rotations to area healthcare facilities, radiographic exposure, image processing, radiographic procedures, physics, pathology, patient care and management, radiation protection, quality assurance, anatomy and physiology, and radiobiology. Graduates of accredited programs are eligible to apply to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists' national examination for certification and registration as medical radiographers. Graduates may be employed in hospitals, clinics, physicians' offices, medical laboratories, government agencies and industry. Accreditation This program is accredited for 8 years through 2032 by: Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850 Chicago, IL 60606-3182 Phone: 312-704-5300 jrcert.org Accreditation details for Cleveland Community College can be found at www.jrcert.org/programs/cleveland-community-college/, and all JRCERT accredited programs can be found at www.jrcert.org. Program Mission Statement The mission of this program is to prepare graduates for employment as registered, skilled healthcare professionals who employ the proper use of radiation to produce radiographic images of the human body in varied facilities and with diverse populations. Program Goals/Student Learning Outcomes Goal 1: Students will demonstrate clinical competency.  1.1 Students will demonstrate clinical competency by utilizing proper radiation protection. 1.2 Students will demonstrate clinical competency by utilizing proper positioning skills. Goal 2: Students will demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively. 2.1 Students will demonstrate professional oral and written communication skills. 2.2 Students will communicate effectively with patients, family members, and the healthcare team to assist in providing safe and efficient care. Goal 3: Students will develop and apply effective critical thinking skills. 3.1 Students will demonstrate critical thinking by adapting standard procedures to non-routine patients 3.2 Students will demonstrate critical thinking by evaluating images to determine diagnostic quality.  Program Terminal Student Learning Outcomes/Objectives Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to: Student Learning Outcome 1: Students will be clinically competent. Student Learning Outcome 2: Students will demonstrate communication skills. Student Learning Outcome 3: Students will develop critical thinking skills. Student Learning Outcome 4: Students will model professionalism. Further information regarding student learning outcomes is available in the Radiography Program Handbook. Program Effectiveness Data The following is the most current program effectiveness data as published by JRCERT. Credentialing Examination: The number of students who pass, on the first attempt, the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification examination, or an unrestricted state licensing examination, compared with the number of graduates who take the examination within six months of graduation. The five-year average benchmark established by the JRCERT is 75%. Credentialing Examination Rate Number Passed on 1st Attempt divided by number attempted within 6 months of graduation  Year Results  Year 1 - 2020 8 of 12 - 67% Year 2 - 2021 10 of 10 - 100% Year 3 - 2022 13 of 13 - 100% Year 4 - 2023 11 of 11 - 100% Year 5 - 2024 11 of 11 - 100% Program 5-Year Average 53 of 67 - 93% Job Placement: The number of graduates employed in the radiologic sciences compared to the number of graduates actively seeking employment in the radiologic sciences within twelve months of graduating. The five-year average benchmark established by the JRCERT is 75%. Job Placement Rate Number Employed divided by number actively seeking employment within 12 months of graduation  Year Results  Year 1 - 2020 12 of 12 - 100% Year 2 - 2021 10 of 10 - 100% Year 3 - 2023 13 of 13 - 100%  Year 4 - 2023 11 of 11 - 100%  Year 5 - 2024 11 of 11 - 100% Program 5-Year Average  57 of 57 - 100% Program Completion: The number of students who complete the program within the stated program length. The annual benchmark established by the program is Program Completion Rate Number Graduated divided by number started the program Year Results  Year - 2024 11 of 16 Annual Completion Rate 64.7% Admission and Selection Criteria CCC has established admissions and selection procedures to ensure students are admitted and selected in a consistent and equitable manner. Completion of these requirements will not guarantee admission to the program. All applicants are encouraged to attend a Health Sciences Symposium, which are held in June and November, to learn more information about the program. All admissions criteria must be completed and submitted to the Admissions Office prior to the program deadline of January 25. Admission Requirements Application to the College and NC Registry Health Sciences Application to the respective program Official high school transcript or equivalent Reading/English: Meet one of the following to demonstrate proficiency: Completion of ENG 111 or equivalent with a minimum grade of "C" Completion of prerequisites to be eligible to register for ENG 111 without corequisite (or currently enrolled) Have a 2.8 or higher unweighted high school GPA Provide satisfactory placement test scores Provide proof of completion of an associate or bachelor's degree Math: Meet one of the following to demonstrate proficiency: Completion of MAT 110 or higher with a minimum grade of "C" Completion of prerequisites to be eligible to register for college-level math Provide satisfactory placement test score Provide proof of completion of an associate or bachelor's degree TEAS Score of 55 or higher Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) Testing Information The TEAS is designed specifically to assess the preparedness of students applying to a health sciences program. TEAS scores are good for 5 years and must have a minimum of 30 days between each test. Students must register for the test through ATI at www.atitesting.com. TEAS testing information: Paper and pencil will be provided No smartwatches or any other programmable devices are allowed Cell phones must be turned off No food or drink allowed, unless medically necessary Photo ID required ATI login information Post-Provisional Acceptance Requirements An email notification of provisional acceptance will be sent by February 20. The following must be completed to satisfy acceptance requirements: Attend program specific orientation Complete CCC Health Sciences Medical Form Criminal background check and 12-panel drug screen obtained through a secure compliance tracking database The following immunizations are required (more information will be provided during orientation): Complete 2-Step TB Test or IGRA Hepatitis B Influenza (required between 9/1 - 10/31) or of current Influenza Season Varicella Td or TDaP MMR CPR Certification will be offered. Comply with the Technical Standards outlined for the program Highly recommended for all students to have health insurance Clinical facilities may require criminal background check, drug screenings, and/or proof of US citizenship prior to or during participation in the clinical portion of program. A student who is unable to complete the clinical portion of a program will not be able to graduate. Criminal background checks, drug screenings, credit checks, and/or proof of US citizenship may also be required after graduation by examination boards, state licensing boards, and employing agencies. Essential Functions and Technical Standards Purpose Statement The following standards reflect reasonable expectations of students. In adopting these standards, the program is mindful of the patient’s right to safe and high-quality healthcare by students. The student must be able to apply the knowledge and skills necessary to function in a broad variety of clinical situations while providing high-quality patient care. These standards reflect what may be required for employment of the entry-level professional. It is important students admitted possess cognitive and critical thinking skills, interpersonal skills, behavioral skills, physical skills, and communication skills necessary to practice in the field. Reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities will be considered on an individual basis, but each student must be able to independently perform all performance standards demanded by the clinical site and the College. Accommodations will be provided in accordance with Disabilities Services at Cleveland Community College. The following abilities/skills are required, with or without accommodations. Students must meet the following technical standards and maintain satisfactory demonstration of these standards for progression throughout the program. Students unable to meet these technical standards will not be able to complete the program. The examples used are not all-inclusive. Capability Standard Examples of Technical Standard Found in the Program and Related to Industry Cognitive Ability/Critical Thinking Skills Demonstrate ability in reading and comprehension and use them together to demonstrate critical thinking skills and clinical reasoning. Read and document data. Operate various healthcare equipment, including blood pressure monitoring, digital and standard scales, and mechanical lifts. Demonstrate a professional manner and insight in the communication process. Identify and immediately report changes in patient health status conditions that endanger patients, and evaluate patient complaints. Be able to exercise critical thinking skills, organize responsibilities, make appropriate decisions, and accurate mathematical calculations. Incorporate knowledge from lecture, laboratory and clinical experience to prioritize safe and efficient care for each patient. Perform measurement and calculations.  Physical Tactile Skills: Sense of touch sufficient to perform physical assessment and functions. Seize, hold, grasp, and turn with hands. Perform palpation, tactile assessment, and manipulation of the body as required to produce diagnostic images. Manipulate locks on equipment. Don gloves. Fill syringes. Align patient, image receptors, and x-ray tube. Mobility/Motor Skills: Possess skills sufficient to move from room to room and maneuver in small spaces. Be able to lift and carry or push up to 50 pounds. Demonstrate adequate coordination. Be able to endure long periods of standing, sitting, walking, bending, lifting, reaching, stooping, squatting, and moving in complex health environments. Position and transfer patients safely from wheelchair or stretcher to x-ray table and back. Push mobile x-ray machine to various locations, including patient rooms. Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Reach overhead to manipulate equipment hanging from the ceiling. Auditory Skills: Hearing ability (with corrective devices as needed) to monitor and respond to the patient and the healthcare team. Hear instructions. Perform percussion and auscultation in a physical examination. Hear call for help. Hear low noise level bells and/or buzzers. Function when healthcare team is required to wear surgical masks. Visual Skills: Visual ability (with corrective devices as needed) to monitor and assess patient care needs, performance of patient care procedures, and maintenance and compliance with environmental safety. Observe demonstrations and participate in physical examination sessions, clinical skills workshops, and observe the difference between normal versus pathological states. Read monitor data. Read and document diagnostic records. Possess visual acuity and intensity discrimination in order to evaluate radiographs or scans for technical quality. Possess peripheral vision. Possess depth perception. Behavioral Skills Possess the emotional stability to function effectively under stress and to adapt to an environment that may change rapidly, without warning, and or/in unpredictable ways. Accept responsibility for learning, exercising good judgment, and promptly completing all responsibilities attendant to the diagnosis and care of patients. Contribute to collaborative, constructive learning environments; accept constructive feedback from others; take personal responsibility for making appropriate positive changes. Demonstrate flexibility, compassion, integrity, and motivation. Present a professional appearance. Interpersonal Skills Ability to interact with individuals, families, and groups from a variety of social, emotional, cultural, and intellectual backgrounds. Demonstrate respect for the patient, his or her privacy, and for family members. Develop and maintain effective, mature and sensitive professional relationships with other members of the heathcare team. Establish rapport with patients, families and colleagues. Communication Skills Ability to communicate effectively in the classroom, laboratory, and all clinical settings with patients, families and members of the healthcare team. Students must be able to speak and converse with all persons across the lifespan. Read, comprehend, and write legibly in the English language. Demonstrate evidence of effective written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrate technological literacy. Be able to collect and document data. Provide clear and audible directions to patients face-to-face and from the radiography control area, away from the patient. Occupational Exposure Healthcare is often delivered in high-stress areas, requiring management of multiple roles and duties simultaneously. The imaging student must possess the ability to protect self and others by implementing appropriate precautions due to possible exposure to radiation, communicable disease and/or body fluids, toxic substances, or other hazards. Exposure to blood and body fluids and communicable and infectious diseases, requiring the wearing of personal protective equipment, i.e., masks, goggles, and gloves. Working with sharps and chemicals. Exposure to radiation, requiring lead apron weighing up to 10 pounds and monitoring devices for dose to exposed body parts. Exposure to latex and nitrile products if allergic. Exposure to assault and battery Environmental hazards – slippery floors, various levels of lighting, various room temperatures, etc. Legal / ethical dilemmas Liability issues Estimated Total Cost for Program Fee Description  Year 1  Year 2  Tuition (Rad Courses Only)  $2190.00  $1810.00 Program Fee   $685.00  $0 Background, Drug Screen, & Immunization Tracker  $144.00  $88.00 Clinical Tracker  $40.00  $40.00 Health Sciences Fee (Uniform Fee Included)  $200.00  $0 Malpractice Insurance  $16.00  $16.00 CPR Card  $10.00  $0 Textbooks   $200.00  $200.00 Pinning Fee  $0  $50.00 Laptop (Recommended)  $500.00  $0 Estimated Total $3985.00   $2204.00 Estimated Grand Total (2 Years)   $6189.00 Understanding the Ranking Process When all admissions requirements have been met, qualified applicants are ranked using a point system. Enrollment in related courses is not required for acceptance; however, extra points will be awarded for each related course, completed by the deadline, based on the grade earned in the course. If the course is repeated, the highest grade earned will be used in the ranking. A = 4 points B = 3 points C = 2 points (no points are awarded for grades lower than C) AP credit is based on the individual scores: 5 = 4 points 4 = 3 points 3 = 2 points (no points are awarded for scores lower than 3) Related course points will be added to the total TEAS score for the ranking. Applicants with the highest ranked scores will be accepted. In the event of a tie, the applicant with the highest science score on the TEAS will be ranked higher. An alternate list will be maintained in ranking order. Alternates will only be accepted if a space becomes available. Applicants not admitted to the program must reapply. The below charts can be used to track related course points. Related courses: Course  Grade  Points Earned  BIO 168      BIO 169     CNA (with clinical experience)     ENG 111     PSY 150 or SOC 210     Reentry Process For students seeking reentry to the radiography program: All requests for reentry must be approved by the Admissions Office and the Radiography Program Director prior to implementation. Only one reentry will be considered. Applied and Not Accepted to Program Students not selected to the program may reapply for the next year by completing a new health sciences application. All applications for admission must be updated annually. Grading Policy All RAD Courses must receive a grade of B (80) or higher, and all other course in the program must receive a grade of C or higher.

The Surgical Technology curriculum prepares individuals to assist in the care of the surgical patient in the operating room and to function as a member of the surgical team. Students will apply theoretical knowledge to the care of patients undergoing surgery and develop skills necessary to prepare supplies, equipment, and instruments; maintain aseptic conditions; prepare patients for surgery; and assist surgeons during operations. Employment opportunities include labor/delivery/emergency departments, inpatient/outpatient surgery centers, dialysis units/facilities, physicians’ offices, and central supply processing units. Students of Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited programs are required to take the national certification exam administered by the National Board on Certification in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) within a four-week period prior to or after graduation. Accreditation Statement The Cleveland Community College Surgical Technology program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon the recommendation of the Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA). CAAHEP 9355-113th St. N. #7709 Seminole, FL, 33775 Phone: (727) 210-2350 https://www.caahep.org/ ARC/STSA 19751 Mainstreet #339 Parker CO, 80138 Phone: (303) 694-9361 info@arcstsa.org Passing and Employment Rates 2022 Pass Rate: 75% 2022 Employment Rate: 100% 2023 Pass Rate: 86% 2023 Employment Rate:100% 2024 Pass Rate: 85.7% 2024 Employment Rate: 100% Admission and Selection Criteria CCC has established admissions and selection procedures to ensure students are admitted and selected in a consistent and equitable manner. Completion of these requirements will not guarantee admission to the program. All applicants are encouraged to attend a Health Sciences Symposium, which are held in June and November, to learn more information about the program. All admissions criteria must be completed and submitted to the Admissions Office prior to the program deadline of January 25. Admission Requirements Application to the College and NC Registry Health Sciences Application to the respective program Reading/English: Meet one of the following to demonstrate proficiency: Completion of ENG 111 or equivalent with a minimum grade of "C" Completion of prerequisites to be eligible to register for ENG 111 without corequisite (or currently enrolled) Have a 2.8 or higher unweighted high school GPA Provide satisfactory placement test scores Provide proof of completion of an associate or bachelor's degree Math: Meet one of the following to demonstrate proficiency: Completion of MAT 110 or higher with a minimum grade of "C Completion of prerequisites to be eligible to register for college-level math without corequisite Provide satisfactory placement test score Provide proof of completion of an associate or bachelor's degree Completion of BIO 168 with a grade of C or higher Post-Provisional Acceptance Requirements An email notification of provisional acceptance will be sent by February 20. The following must be completed to satisfy acceptance requirements: Attend program specific orientation Complete CCC Health Sciences Medical Form Criminal background check and 12-panel drug screen obtained through a secure compliance tracking database The following immunizations are required (more information will be provided during orientation): Complete 2-Step TB Test or IGRA Hepatitis B Influenza (required between 9/1 - 10/31) or of current Influenza Season Varicella Td or TDaP MMR Current eye exam. Based on the physician’s recommendation the student may be required to purchase glasses or contacts to be in program. CPR Certification will be offered. Comply with the Technical Standards outlined for the program Highly recommended for all students to have health insurance Clinical facilities may require criminal background check, drug screenings, and/or proof of US citizenship prior to or during participation in the clinical portion of program. A student who is unable to complete the clinical portion of a program will not be able to graduate. Criminal background checks, drug screenings, credit checks, and/or proof of US citizenship may also be required after graduation by examination boards, state licensing boards, and employing agencies. Program Goals The Surgical Technology faculty of Cleveland Community College ascribes to the 7th Core Curriculum of Surgical Technology by the Association of Surgical Technologists. These core outcomes are the terminal outcomes of the Surgical Technology Program. The expectation of the Surgical Technology Program is “To prepare entry-level Surgical Technologists who are competent in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains to enter the profession.” To prepare entry-level Surgical Technologists who are competent in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains to enter the profession. Apply knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, and Medical Terminology within the surgical environment. Facilitate the surgical process by selecting sterile supplies, anticipating the needs of the surgeon, and assisting with perioperative duties. Demonstrate professional responsibility in performance, attitude, and personal conduct. Demonstrate proficiency in the skills and procedures required of a surgical technologist in a professional/clinical setting. Program Outcomes Upon completion of the associate degree program of Surgical Technology at Cleveland Community College the graduate will: Demonstrate a surgical scrub, donning sterile gown and gloves, and maintain a sterile field. Contribute effectively as a member of the surgical team to provide quality patient care. Identify surgical procedures in all basic surgical specialty areas including patient preparation, equipment, supplies, basic surgical instrumentation, purpose and expected outcomes. Create and maintain a sterile environment in providing safe practice for the patient, physician, and staff during the surgical experience. Demonstrate personal and professional relationships and responsibilities. Promote personal and professional accountability by assuming responsibility for continued professional and educational growth. Complete 120 total surgical cases as defined by the Association of Surgical Technologist (AST) Core Curriculum in Surgical Technology 7th Edition in both the first and second scrub roles within the clinical setting. Surgical Technology Certificate or Diploma to Associate Degree Pathway Admission Requirements for Pathway  This Pathway is designed for students who have already earned a certificate or diploma in Surgical Technology from a CAAHEP accredited program to complete the degree. Application to the College and NC Residency Current certification in Surgical Technology (CST) through National Board on Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). Letter of recommendation from current supervisor. Employed as a working surgical technologist for at least one consecutive year. Must have verification of employment in the letter of recommendation on a company letterhead. Post-Provisional Acceptance Requirements  Students will be notified through email of acceptance. Students will be required to meet the CCC curriculum for graduation requirements. All SUR classes for the Associate Degree Surgical Technology Pathway will be offered online for all students currently working in a clinical setting related to surgical technology. Essential Functions and Technical Standards Purpose Statement The following standards reflect reasonable expectations of students. In adopting these standards, the program is mindful of the patient’s right to safe and high-quality healthcare by students. The student must be able to apply the knowledge and skills necessary to function in a broad variety of clinical situations while providing high-quality patient care. These standards reflect what may be required for employment of the entry-level professional. It is important students admitted possess cognitive and critical thinking skills, interpersonal skills, behavioral skills, physical skills, and communication skills necessary to practice in the field. Reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities will be considered on an individual basis, but each student must be able to independently perform all performance standards demanded by the clinical site and the College. Accommodations will be provided in accordance with Disabilities Services at Cleveland Community College. The following abilities/skills are required, with or without accommodations. Students must meet the following technical standards and maintain satisfactory demonstration of these standards for progression throughout the program. Students unable to meet these technical standards will not be able to complete the program. The examples used are not all-inclusive. Capability Standard Examples of Technical Standard Found in Program and Related to Industry Cognitive Ability/Critical Thinking Skills Possess critical thinking skills adequate for making the adjustments necessary to meet the challenges in the operation room arena. Possess short and long-term memory sufficient to perform tasks that are required. Check the validity of an action. Take into consideration multiple perspectives. Examine the implications and consequences of a belief. Make decisions regarding surgical case management and the adjustments necessary to meet the challenges in the operation room arena. Be able to demonstrate satisfactory performance on written examinations, including mathematical computations.   Physical Tactile Skills: Possess a sense of touch sufficient to perform physical assessment and functions. Distinguish pressure and palpation when retracting tissue and when inserting a urinary catheter. Seize, hold, grasp, and turn with hands; pass instruments, hold retractors, and cut sutures. Scrub arms, don gloves, and gown. Be able to distinguish between instruments by touch and feel if not able to take your eyes off the patient.  Motor Skills: Possess fine and gross motor skills adequate to assist the surgeon with surgery. Use power equipment, handle microsurgery instruments, insert catheters, calibrate equipment and maintain a sterile field. Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Drape patients and equipment without contamination of the surgical field.  Mobility Skills: Be able to function in a laboratory setting for three hours and in a clinical setting for seven hours per day.  Be able to reach, stoop, bend, kneel, and crouch; ambulate without assistive devices. Be able to stand and/or walk up to six hours a day without nourishment or restroom breaks. Be able to lift instrument trays or exert force up to 50 pounds. Be able to push heavy equipment or patients on stretchers.  Auditory Skills: Hearing ability (with corrective devices as needed) to listen and communicate with others while wearing a surgical mask. Be able to hear instructions from doctors and other members of the surgical team when sounds may be muffled by medical equipment or through surgical masks. Be able to listen to monitors. Function when many actions/sounds are happening at the same time.  Visual Skills: Complete an eye examination that includes a retinal scan to establish a baseline assessment of the eye’s health. Possess visual acuity to differentiate microsurgical instrumentation and suture. Possess depth perception to adequately assist surgeon(s) while working under a microscope. Possess excellent hand-eye coordination. Be able to read a preference card. Be able to mix medications accurately. Be able to cut a suture under a microscope. Demonstrate sufficient visual and tactile ability to load a fine (10-0) suture onto needles and needle holders with/without corrective lenses and while wearing safety glasses properly, quickly, and safely. Be able to discern small numbers and work on gauges on medical equipment and supplies used in surgery. Be able to distinguish between colors and shades of color. Demonstrate sufficient peripheral vision to anticipate and function while in the sterile surgical environment.  Olfactory Skills: Differentiate smells in surgical arena. Distinguish between drugs, liquids, and gaseous chemicals.  Interpersonal Skills  Ability to use interpersonal skills to be able to work well with various team members and staff through verbal and non-verbal communication. Ability to listen and question, problem solve, take responsibility for actions, and be accountable for actions. Demonstrate respect for the patient, their privacy, and family members. Develop and maintain effective, mature, and sensitive professional relationships with other members of the healthcare team. Establish rapport with patients, families, and colleagues. Respect different religious and cultural beliefs displayed by a diverse population.  Behavioral Skills Be able to respond in an emotionally controlled manner in all situations. Accept responsibility for total patient care, utilize acceptable coping mechanisms in a highly stressed environment and avoid demonstrating personal stress or frustration when interacting with staff and peers. The student must not abuse alcohol or take drugs, including prescribed drugs that may alter speed or perception of surroundings. Work as a team member. Tolerate physically taxing workloads. Function effectively under stress. Demonstrate self-motivation. Accept criticism and respond appropriately. Take responsibility for your own actions and self-report errors or omissions. Accept constructive criticism and make appropriate adjustments to work methods.  Communication Skills Ability to communicate with others by speech, hearing, reading, writing, language skills, and computer literacy. Provide constant communication for following the patient from the preoperative area to the postoperative area. Read, comprehend, speak, and write legibly in the English language. Provide clear and audible directions to patients. Relay the patient’s status to those with a need to know per HIPAA. Know how to bring in an interpreter for the population that does not speak English.  Occupational Exposure Possess the ability to self-protect by using standard precautions when encountering any patient. Exposure to blood and body fluids and communicable and infectious diseases, requiring the wearing of personal protective equipment, i.e., masks, goggles, and gloves. Follow Blood Borne Pathogen safety standards. Working with sharps and medical waste; exposure to sticks, and burns. Exposure to latex and nitrile products if allergic. Exposure to assault and battery Environmental hazards – slippery floors, various levels of lighting, various room temperatures, etc. Handle hazardous medications such as chemotherapy drugs. Be able to protect self and patient from radiation, and different toxic sterilants. Legal/ethical dilemmas Liability issues Estimated Total Cost for Program Fee Description  Year 1  Year 2  Tuition (SUR Only)  $2570.00  $822.00 Program Fee   $887.00  $0 Lab Fees  $36.00   $108.00 Background, Drug Screen, & Immunization Tracker  $135.00  $82.00 Clinical Tracker  $40.00  $40.00 Health Science Fee (Uniforms Included)  $200.00  $0 Malpractice Insurance  $16.00  $16.00 CPR Card  $10.00  $0 Textbooks  $272.00  $96.00 Pinning Fee  $0  $60.00 Estimated Total  $4156.00   $1224.00 Estimated Grand Total (2 Years)  $5380.00 Understanding the Ranking Process When all admissions requirements have been met, qualified applicants are ranked using a point system. Points will be awarded for each related course, completed by the deadline, based on the grade earned in the course. If the course is repeated, the highest grade earned will be used in the ranking. A = 4 points B = 3 points C = 2 points (no points are awarded for grades lower than C) AP credit is based on the individual scores: 5 = 4 points 4 = 3 points 3 = 2 points (no points are awarded for scores lower than 3) Related course points will be added to create the total score for the ranking. Applicants with the highest-ranked scores will be accepted. In the event of a tie, the GPA will be used to determine ranking order. An alternate list will be maintained in ranking order, and alternates will only be accepted if a space becomes available. Applicants not admitted to the program must reapply. The below chart can be used to track related course points. Course  Grade  Points Earned  BIO 168      BIO 169     CNA (with clinical experience)     ENG 111     PSY 150 or SOC 210     Reentry Process All requests for reentry must be approved by the Admissions Office and program director prior to implementation. Only one reentry will be considered. Applied and Not Accepted to Program Students not selected to the program may reapply for the next year by completing a new health sciences application. All applications for admission must be updated annually. Grading Policy All SUR courses must receive a grade of B or higher, and all other courses in the program must receive a grade of C or higher. Clinical Requirement The student must meet all Clinical Case Requirements by the Core Curriculum for Surgical Technologists, 7th Edition. Students must complete one hundred twenty (120) scrubbed cases amongst different specialties, with ninety (90) cases in the first scrub role.