Surgical Assisting Bridge Information

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Admission

The Bridge Program is offered to individuals who meet the following criteria for admission:

Have completed the EVMS Surgical Assistant certificate program
Hold a bachelor’s degree
Hold a current surgical assisting certification
Provide documentation of 72 hours of laparoscopic case experience

Application Procedure

All candidates must submit the following:

Completed online application form
Nonrefundable $60 application fee
Laparoscopic Case Experience Form reflecting a minimum of 72 hours
Official transcripts confirming bachelor’s degree

The Admissions Committee reviews all applications, and the program director extends invitations of admission to successful applicants. Candidates who accept must submit a $300 deposit, which will be applied to first-semester tuition, to reserve their position in the program.