Anesthesia Technologist AAS-T
Here is a general overview of what your classes will look like following each quarter. This information reflects requirements starting in summer 2022 and may be subject to change. Please contact your advisor for more information regarding the courses. To see which materials are needed for your program, click this bookstore link Links to an external site. and enter the information for each class, including ANES 000.
General Overview
When can I start? Winter (January)
How long is the program? 7 quarters (20 months) with 102 to 107 total credits
When do classes meet? Early mornings to afternoons with a mix of in-person and online class sections
Are summer classes required? Yes - this program has two summer quarters, Quarter 3 and Quarter 7
An anesthesia technologist prepares the operating room and all anesthesia equipment for surgery. You will study medical terminology, pharmacology, EKG analysis, anesthesia equipment, and applications to prepare for intensive clinical experiences in local hospitals. At the end of the program, you are ready to take the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians (ASATT) certification Links to an external site. exam.
What does an anesthesia technologist do?
What is the average salary?
$72,080 annually in the Seattle area. There is a wide salary range, and you earn more with experience.
Who can I contact with questions?
- New students, please visit our Zoom lobby (Links to an external site.) to talk with someone by video chat, or e-mail our advising department.
- For current students, please visit RTC's advising page (Links to an external site and look for the faculty counselor assigned to Anesthesia Technologist.
Overall Materials Needed:
- Functioning laptop or computer
- Webcam
- Headset with Microphone
- Working Internet Connection
- Immunizations Links to an external site. (see timeline) Links to an external site.
- CastleBranch Account Links to an external site. ($106), which includes a national criminal background check
- Scrubs (about $50 per set)
- Personal health insurance (cost varies) and malpractice and liability insurance ($14.62)
- Textbooks (estimated $650, but all books are being reviewed in fall 2022 and may be changed for your winter start)
Note: You must complete your ANES classes with a grade of 2.7 or higher. COL 101 and General Education classes require a grade of 2.0.
Materials Warning
Some materials on this page are listed as TBD, which means that the materials have yet to be determined. Please consult your instructor on what textbooks or materials are required for the class. If you rent a textbook, make sure you return it by the deadline. If you purchase a textbook, you can sell it back to the RTC bookstore -- but make sure that you won't need the book again for classes in the future!
Quarter 1 Classes
Description: This initial quarter emphasizes correct practices and maintenance of anesthesia technology, along with human anatomy and medical terminology. You also complete your transfer English class. Learn more about placement for ENGL&101.
| Course ID | Course Name | Materials | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| COL 101 | College Success | NO | 2 |
| ANES 101 | Introduction to Anesthesia Technology | YES | 3 |
| ANES 108 | Medical Terminology | YES | 3 |
| BIOL 105 | Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology | YES | 5 |
| ENGL&101 | English Composition | varies by section | 5 |
| Estimated Tuition and Fees: $2,265 |
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Quarter 2 Classes
Description: This quarter covers safety and crisis management protocols in the operating room, along with the preparation and use of anesthesia equipment. You also learn pharmacology: identifying and knowing what classified drugs to administer to a patient. Finally, if you need to, you will take a prerequisite for your transfer math class. You may be able to take MATH& 146 without a prerequisite. There are several placement options or ways to enroll in this math class.
| Course ID | Course Name | Materials | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANES 112 | Operating Room Environment | YES | 3 |
| ANES 102 | Anesthesia Equipment: Principals & Application | YES | 3 |
| ANES 103 | Anesthesia Technology Lab I | YES | 4 |
| ANES 105 | Pharmacology I | YES | 3 |
| AMATH 190 | Financial Algebra (prerequisite for MATH& 146) | NO | 5 |
| Estimated Tuition and Fees: $2,485 |
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Quarter 3 Classes
Description: You improve your knowledge of medical terminology and advanced pharmacology and have an introduction to phlebotomy to safely draw blood from adults and children. You also learn to identify cardiac anatomy, interpret common heart arrhythmias, analyze electrocardiograms, and operate EKG equipment in normal and rapid response, crisis situations.
| Course ID | Course Name | Materials | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANES 106 | Pharmacology II | TBD | 3 |
| ANES 110 | EKG Analysis | TBD | 2 |
| ANES 118 | Phlebotomy | TBD | 11 |
| Estimated Tuition and Fees: $2,539 |
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Quarter 4 Classes
Description: You will build on skills learned in Quarter 2 and ANES 103 with advanced anesthesia competencies. You also learn about legal and ethical issues in healthcare, including medical malpractice laws, HIPAA, and appropriate patient relationships. This is the quarter to take your transfer mathematics class, too.
| Course ID | Course Name | Materials | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANES 104 | Anesthesia Technology Lab II | TBD | 3 |
| ANES 107 | Law and Ethics of Healthcare | TBD | 3 |
| ANES 115 | Anesthesia Tech Lab III | TBD | 3 |
| MATH& 146 | Introduction to Statistics | YES | 5 |
| Estimated Tuition and Fees: $2,003 | |||
Quarter 5 Classes
Description: This quarter introduces you to CPR for children and adults. Your lab classes will improve your abilities with blood management; cell salvage; balloon pump management and care; advanced rapid response to airway management crisis; and hemodynamic monitoring equipment set up, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
| Course ID | Course Name | Materials | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANES 100 | Healthcare Provider First Aid/CPR, AED & Bloodborne | TBD | 2 |
| ANES 125 | Anesthesia Technology Lab IV | TBD | 3 |
| ANES 130 | Advanced Cardiac Life Support & Pediatric Cardiac Life support | TBD | 3 |
| ANES 135 | Anesthesia Technology Lab V | TBD | 3 |
| CHEM& 121 | Introduction to Chemistry | NO | 5 |
| Estimated Tuition and Fees: $2,284 |
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Quarter 6 Classes
Description: You will apply all of your skills during two of your three anesthesia technician clinical rotations, working in local hospitals.
| Course ID | Course Name | Materials | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANES 191 | Anesthesia Technology Clinical Practicum | TBD | 6 |
| ANES 192 | Anesthesia Technology Clinical Practicum II | TBD | 6 |
| Estimated Tuition and Fees: $2,202 including clinical placement fees |
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Quarter 7 Classes
Description: You finish your AAS-T degree with one more clinical rotation, a class that prepares you for your ASATT certification, and a social science class in General Education.
It's time to apply for graduation!
| Course ID | Course Name | Materials | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANES 193 | Anesthesia Technology Clinical Practicum III | TBD | 6 |
| ANES 194 | Certification Exam Prep | YES | 2 |
| PSYC& 100 or ANTH& 235 |
General Psychology or Cross-Cultural Medicine (both recommended) or other social science class |
varies by class | 5 |
| Estimated Tuition and Fees: $2,030 including clinical placement fees | |||
The ASATT National Certification Exam (NCE) for Anesthesia Technologists costs approximately $450.
Grand Total Estimate: $17,151 plus the cost of immunizations and health insurance
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