Surgical technology: training, information, schools and offers in your area
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How is the training to become a surgical technology specialist with a federal diploma structured?
- Care and support of patients in the operating area
- Instrumentation activity
- Serving activity
- Organization and logistics
- Quality management
- Interprofessional collaboration and communication
- Career development
The training in surgical technology ends with an oral diploma examination, a written diploma thesis and an internship qualification in the surgery department.
Welche Weiterbildungsmöglichkeiten gibt es nach der HF Operationstechnik?
Nach dem Abschluss der HF Operationstechnik gibt es folgende Weiterbildungsmöglichkeiten:
- Kursangebote von Spitälern, Firmen, pädagogischen Institutionen und des Berufsverbandes SBV TOA in Bereichen wie Management, Ausbildung, Fachvertiefung, Mikrobiologie und Hygiene
- Höhere Fachprüfung (HFP) z.B. Fachexpertin/Fachexperte für Infektionsprävention im Gesundheitswesen mit eidg. Diplom
- Fachhochschulstudiengänge in verwandten Bereichen, z.B. Bachelor of Science (FH) in Pflege oder in Medizintechnik. Je nach Fachhochschule gelten unterschiedliche Zulassungsbedingungen.
What requirements must be met to train as a specialist in surgical technology CHE?
Admission requirements for this continuing education, further training in surgical technology are usually:
- Completed basic training of at least three years, preferably as a health professional Federal VET Diploma or medical practice assistant Federal VET Diploma
or
- Vocational, technical or Baccalaureate or equivalent qualification
and
- Aptitude assessment and admission procedure
- Confirmation of a definitive internship position
- Minimum age 17 years
It is worth checking the admission requirements of the school of your choice and contacting the school directly if you have any questions. This can be done quickly, easily and without obligation using our contact form. Alternatively, use the "Ask a question" button and speak to the right contact person straight away.
Gibt es eine Spezialisierungsmöglichkeit nach der Fachfrau Operationstechnik Ausbildung?
Nach der Fachfrau Operationstechnik Ausbildung gibt es die Möglichkeit, sich auf eine chirurgische Fachrichtung zu spezialisieren. Möglich sind zum Beispiel Orthopädie, Herzchirurgie oder Mikrochirurgie. Mit genügend Erfahrung können sie den entsprechenden Operationsbereich einer Klinik leiten. Darüber hinaus besteht die Möglichkeit, sich pädagogisch weiterzubilden und in Krankenhäusern oder Schulen des Gesundheitswesens zu unterrichten.
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