Anesthesia Technology
The Anesthesia Technology Associate of Applied Science degree program is a six-semester program that will prepare students to enter the allied health profession, specifically focused on fundamental and advanced clinical procedures. Anesthesia Technologists are proficient in the acquisition, preparation, and application of various types of equipment required for the delivery of anesthesia care.
What Do Anesthesia Technologists Do
Anesthesia Technologists work with the Anesthesia Care team to assist patients undergoing anesthesia and throughout the surgical procedures. The Anesthesia Technologist may have other duties that include monitoring certain anesthesia equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, as well as cleaning and sterilizing many intricate pieces of anesthesia equipment used for surgical cases. Anesthesia Technologist, depending on the facility, can also assist the anesthesia care team with the transfusion of blood products during life-threatening situations.
National Accreditation
The Anesthesia Technology program is accredited by the CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs)
Professional Organization; ASATT (American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians
Anesthesia Technology Application
Admissions, SIM Lab & Contact
- Fulfill all WCCCD admission requirements.
- Be 18 years of age or older and have a high school diploma or GED.
- Fulfill course placement requirements based on the ACCUPLACER® assessment.
- Declare intent to enroll in the Anesthesia Technology program by submitting an Allied Health Department application and submit to Health Sciences Department.
- Must complete criminal background check, physical exam, Hepatitis B, MMR, Varicella, Tetanus, and Tuberculosis shot..
- Submit official transcripts from previous institutions.
- Valid State Picture I.D.
- Meet with the Program Designee to review and complete paperwork.
- Grade “C” or better in science courses (NO science course older than 5-years can be transferred into program, regardless of educational facility course was taken)
- Chemistry
- Anatomy and Physiology I and II
- Introduction to Biology
- Two reference letters
- If current working – 1 professional letter (sign and dated) 1 personal letter (sign and dated – not from a relative)
- If not currently employed – 2 personal letters (sign and dated – not from relatives) A letter from a current or previous WCCCD faculty member is acceptable.
- Attend Pre-Admission Orientation
Prior to starting Clinical Education Requirements:
• Negative drug screen
• Update tuberculous skin test
• Influenza vaccine (if applicable)Based upon Michigan law Students applying for admission to the Anesthesia Technology Program will be subject to a criminal background check, the results of which could preclude an applicant from admission to Wayne County Community College District’s Anesthesia Technology Program on the basis of any of the following: A felony conviction, or conviction for an attempt or conspiracy to commit a felony within the past 15 years. Any misdemeanor conviction involving abuse, neglect, assault, battery or criminal sexual conduct within the past 10 years. Any misdemeanor conviction involving fraud or theft.
The Health Science Interdisciplinary Simulation Laboratory (HSISL) provides world-class healthcare simulation for students and faculty. Hands-on simulation helps students develop preparedness and insight that is best learned and practiced in realistic conditions. This translates into improved real-world communication, collaboration, teamwork, and crisis management.
Wayne County Community College District
Northwest Campus
Health Science Center
Phone: (313) 943-4009
Marc McGaffic, Dean Anesthesia Technology/ Associate Provost Health Sciences
Marc Phillips, Associate Dean, Anesthesia Technology
Associate of General Studies Contact Information
Phone: 313-496-2600
Email: edaffairs@wcccd.edu