The Associate of Science Degree in Surgical Technology Program at Carlow University delivers unmatched learning and hands-on clinical experience.
In 78 weeks, graduates of the Associate of Science Degree in Surgical Technology Program will be prepared to have unparalleled training and experience to become a valued member of the surgical care team.
Throughout the learning experience, Carlow’s team of dedicated faculty provides a supportive student learning environment and prepares students to take a national certification examination to become a valued member of any surgical care team. Carlow graduates go beyond their technical duties and play an active role in fostering a just and merciful world.
Credits Required:
68
Surgical Cases Completed:
120
Time to Completion:
78-week program
Delivery:
Residential, On Campus
The Associate of Science Degree in Surgical Technology Program Outcomes reflect: The Sisters of Mercy Core Values (Carlow University Mission Statement, 2009), and the Association of Surgical Technologist Foundational Principles (1997).
Program Highlights
- Carlow’s Team of dedicated faculty provides a supportive student learning environment.
- Carlow Surgical Technology graduates are prepared to be compassionate, competent, ethical members of a healthcare team.
- Pittsburgh Region’s only University-level Associate of Science Degree in Surgical Technology Program of its kind.
- Learn over 30 different surgical procedures from beginning to end.
- Complete 120 surgical cases in 13 surgical specialty areas.
Career opportunities for Surgical Technologists
Carlow Surgical Technology graduates are trained to be the best in technical knowledge and competencies, and communication, teamwork, empathy, and compassion. As Carlow graduates they are prepared to create a more just and merciful world. Graduates of this program are well-prepared for positions as Surgical Technologists within hospital or community-based settings.
Admission Requirements and Application Process
Apply:
Anytime
Start Terms:
Fall and Spring
Contact Admissions
If you are interested in this certificate program, our Admissions team is available to assist you with the next steps, including scheduling an on-campus visit.
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Expand your career opportunities with a healthcare management degree
Our healthcare management degree provides the educational and business background necessary to pursue a career in a variety of healthcare positions including healthcare advocacy, long-term care, healthcare institutions, insurance or physicians’ practice.
Degree:
Bachelor of Science
Delivery:
On campus, some online
Campus:
Oakland
Transfer credits:
Up to 90 credits
Healthcare Management curriculum
The Healthcare Management major curriculum focuses on healthcare finance, services, and data analytics. In consultation with your advisor, you may construct your major (add biology or chemistry and 6 electives) to help accomplish your healthcare career goals.
Quick facts
- Take advantage of Carlow’s location and medical resources
- Explore healthcare data analytics as part of your core classes
- Get a jump start on master’s in Fraud and Forensics or Business Administration
Alternate degree completion options
Online Degree
Gain the knowledge you need at your convenience with our online degree option. When applying, indicate your interest in the online option.
Accelerated
Fast track your way to a master’s by taking graduate courses as an undergraduate student. Course credits count toward both degrees. Apply for the accelerated option after your sophomore year.
Career opportunities for Healthcare Management
According to the U.S. Bureau of Statistics, employment for medical and health services managers is expected to increase by 32%.
Admission requirements & application process
- Submit an application for admission. It is free to apply.
- Request that official transcripts from all current and previous institutions you’ve attended are sent directly to the Carlow University Office of Admissions.
Apply
anytime
Start terms
Fall, Spring & Summer
Healthcare Management faculty
Michael Kistler, PhD Chair, Department of Public Health
Contact Admissions
If you are interested in this major, our Admissions team is available to assist you with the next steps, including scheduling an on-campus visit.
Earn a public health degree and make an immediate impact
Help solve a global pandemic, like COVID-19, or promote health justice in your community by earning a degree in Public Health. Carlow University’s bachelor’s in Public Health is designed to equip you with the essential healthcare, business and leadership skills necessary to enter into the rapidly-growing, in-demand public health workforce or pursue graduate studies.
As a public health major, you may choose to focus your studies on community health, epidemiology, public health policy, occupational therapy or physical therapy.
Quick facts
- Learn alongside multiple healthcare disciplines
- Choose the area of focus that makes sense for you
- Graduate career-ready into a rapidly growing, in-demand field of public health
Degree:
Bachelor of Science
Delivery:
On campus, some online
Campus:
Oakland
Transfer credits:
Individually evaluated
Public Health major curriculum
Our public health curriculum has been designed to address the current needs of public health organizations with a focus on social and health justice, epidemiologic identification of disparities, and implementation of social, health and political solutions.
10:1
student to faculty ratio
Choose an area of focus
The curriculum has enough flexibility to allow you to customize your studies to fit your career or academic goals.
Epidemiology
Study the patterns and causes of health-related events in specified populations through a scientific, systematic and data-driven lens.
Pre-Occupational Therapy
Build a comprehensive, foundation in anatomy, physiology and psychology to prepare you for your studies to become an occupational therapist.
General
Choose your courses across multiple areas of focus to develop a unique academic path right for you.
Experiential and interdisciplinary learning (interprofessional education, real-world problem analysis, field placement/capstone project) are built into the public health major curriculum according to the Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH) guidelines.
Field placement locations include: Allegheny County Health Department, Veteran’s Administration, Pennsylvania Department of Health, U.S. Department of Health, and various local, state and federal social services organizations.
Career opportunities for Public Health Majors
The pandemic has emphasized the need for public health services. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, public health jobs are projected to increase 32%.
You will be prepared to pursue a career in public health departments and healthcare systems (regionally, nationally and globally). Job titles include Healthcare Administrator, Social/Human Service Assistant, Client Manager and Care Coordinator.
Admission requirements and application process
- Submit an application for admission. It is free to apply.
- Request that official transcripts from all current and previous institutions you’ve attended are sent directly to the Carlow University Office of Admissions.
Apply
anytime
Start terms
Fall, Spring & Summer
Public Health faculty
Michael Kistler, PhD Chair, Department of Public Health
Contact Admissions
If you are interested in this major, our Admissions team is available to assist you with the next steps, including scheduling an on-campus visit.
Minor in Healthcare Management and expand your health care knowledge
You can learn to help others increase their quality of life and understanding of health with a Healthcare Management minor. You will gain the skills you need to provide for patient care and well-being while establishing a foundational understanding of management in health services and business management concepts.
The Healthcare Management minor will prepare you for a number of career opportunities, including health care advocacy and working in physicians’ practices and long-term care. You will gain experience with health services management, project management and business management, along with some exposure to information technology training.
Healthcare Management minor curriculum
Required courses include:
- Chemistry in Everyday Life
- Introduction to Management in Health Services
- Principles of Marketing
- Biomedical Ethics
Earn a versatile & dynamic Healthcare Data Analytics degree
Carlow University’s 100% online Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Data Analytics program allows you to gain the vital clinical and statistical analysis skills needed in today’s evolving healthcare landscape.
Minor in Healthcare Data Analytics
With a Healthcare Data Analytics minor from Carlow University, you can round out your education with an introduction to medicine, information and business. You will study the electronic health records landscape, industry challenges, medical terminology and other essential information needed for science and medical studies.
Healthcare Data Analytics minor curriculum
Required courses include:
- Medical Terminology
- Systems Analysis Basics
- Electronic Health Record
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