Orlando - Bachelor of Science in Health Science (Post-Surgical Technology)

South College

Orlando – Bachelor of Science in Health Science (Post-Surgical Technology)

Modality: Online | Hybrid

Earn your bachelor’s degree in health science by building on your associate degree in surgical technology. Begin working to expand your professional opportunities in Orlando today.

Program Quick Facts

Duration	18 months (full-time)
Start Dates	January/April/June/October
Format	Hybrid or Online
Accreditation	N/A

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If you have earned an associate degree in surgical technology (ST), earning a bachelor’s degree could make you more competitive for administrative roles in surgical technology or healthcare. Advancing your education in Orlando could also help you qualify for teaching positions in allied health education programs or prepare you to pursue graduate studies.

Our Bachelor of Science in Health Science (Post-ST) program is one of a limited number of programs nationwide to allow students to apply previously earned surgical technology course credits from an accredited insitution toward a bachelor’s degree, potentially saving you time and expense on your education. Our Health Science (Post-ST) bachelor’s degree program is designed to grow your theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Our core curriculum includes biology, chemistry, and the social sciences, while our major courses cover advanced surgical procedures along with numerous topics important in healthcare administration.

Develop Essential Skills In

Health economics
Healthcare law and ethics
Health science leadership
Health science research
Advanced surgical procedures

Available Locations

Orlando

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Examples of Scholarships and Grants That May Be Available (Check with the Orlando Campus Financial Aid Office For More Information)

Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program

South College is an approved educational institution for the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program. The Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program establishes lottery-funded scholarships to reward Florida high school graduates for high academic achievement.

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South College proudly participates in this program with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to help pay for education for military members and Veterans.

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South College became more than my school—it became the foundation of my calling. Through every challenge, I’ve been shaped by purpose, resilience, and a commitment to serve.

Nallely G.

Student

I chose South College because when I came here and got to talk to the faculty, met some of them, listened to their stories, why they’re in education, as well as when I got to interview with a few of them, it felt like a great place for me to continue my education. Felt like they had a good educated staff that had experiences in all different areas.

Kecia L.

Alumni

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Program Goals and Learning Outcomes

Student Learning Outcome #1

The program seeks to provide students with additional coursework to further develop their knowledge and understanding of foundational theories, concepts, and principles.

Students will demonstrate comprehension of key science principles related to required courses.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of identified basic science course objectives learned in core science courses.

Student Learning Outcome #2

The program seeks to provide theoretical and practical coursework that further develops the critical thinking and analytical skills needed in a competitive and evolving work environment.

Students will be able to synthesize, integrate, and analyze research in health science literature in selected science courses.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of health law and ethics principles applied to various issues facing the healthcare system, individuals, and society.
Students will demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills.

Student Learning Outcome # 3

The program seeks to provide students with academic knowledge, skills, and tools to enable them to be successful in graduate program studies and enhance their marketability for administrative positions.

Students will demonstrate an understanding of the trans-disciplinary workplace and issues in health care fields and the environment.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of administrative theories, methods, tasks, decision-making, management, and leadership functions.

Admission Requirements

Applicants interested in the Bachelor of Science in Health Science (Post-ST) program in Orlando are required to meet individually with an admissions representative and program faculty to ascertain if their goals can be met by the college. Prospective students declaring this program as their major must be generally admitted to South College and meet the following requirements in order to be considered for full admission to the program:

Submit a completed South College Application for admission and be in active student status.
Provide evidence of completion of AS in Surgical Technology or AAS in Surgical Technology degree from an accredited institution with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5.
Satisfactory minimum core courses/credits are required to have been met in the associate degree program. In the case that these requirements were not met, the student is required to complete these requirements.