The Associate of Operating Room Services (Turkish) at Işık University is a two-year vocational program designed to prepare students for roles as qualified surgical health technicians in hospitals and other healthcare settings. The curriculum integrates both fundamental medical sciences and professional practice courses, giving students a comprehensive understanding of operating room protocols, surgical team dynamics, and patient safety. Theoretical instruction is complemented by hands-on training, including simulation-based education and mandatory internships, allowing students to acquire practical skills such as preparing operating rooms, assisting the surgical team, and managing instruments and aseptic techniques. Graduates are equipped with essential teamwork, communication, and problem-solving abilities vital for high-stress environments. Career prospects include employment in public or private hospitals (operating rooms, surgery wards, sterilization units), outpatient surgical clinics, and other health facilities. The rapid development of the healthcare sector in Turkey and globally increases demand for well-trained surgical assistants, promising strong job placement rates and advancement opportunities within the field.
