Anesthesia Technology

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The Anesthesia Technology program provides students with entry-level training leading to an associate of applied science degree. Curriculum is based on the American Society of Anesthesia Technologist and Technicians (ASATT) standards and guidelines, as well as the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) standards. Course work includes the following: anatomy and physiology, microbiology, medical terminology, pharmacology, EKG analysis, anesthesia equipment principles and applications, and general medical knowledge. Included in the program are intensive clinical experiences in local area hospitals.

Program Outcomes

Students completing this degree should be able to satisfy the following outcomes:

1. Assume the role of a competent, caring Anesthesia Technologist in a variety of healthcare settings under the direct supervision of the licensed healthcare provider.
2. Demonstrate the principles of basic and advanced airway management in all phases of the perioperative episodes of care.
3. Demonstrate critical thinking skill: prioritizing, analyzing, anticipating, resolving problems, and acting instinctively and decisively in the anesthesia health care environment.
4. Demonstrate accountability of practice with adherence to ethical and legal standards of the Anesthesia Technologist profession.
5. Communicate effectively in the perioperative health care environment with all members of the healthcare team.
6. Demonstrate rationale and competency with regard to anesthesia related equipment.
7. Demonstrate the ability to maintain and service anesthesia equipment including cleaning, sterilizing, assembling, calibrating, testing, troubleshooting, and recording of inspections and maintenance.

Getting Started

Students wishing to enroll in this program must meet the following requirements:

• Minimum age, 18 years.
• Appropriate placement into WR121, and MTH095 or MTH098 through Accuplacer.
• Fluent in English language, including verbal and written communication.
• Complete and pass background test and UA drug screening.
• Produce vaccination schedule that meets OHA and clinical site requirements.
• Meet the technical standards for the program.

You may earn an associate of applied science degree by successfully completing the required 92 credit hours with a grade of “C” or better in all courses.