Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Endoscopic Technician
Career Cluster:	Health Science

CCC	
CIP Number	0351099902	
Program Type	College Credit Certificate (CCC)	
Program Length	24 credit hours 	
CTSO	HOSA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	Please see the CIP to SOC Crosswalk located at the link below.	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml 	

Purpose

This certificate program is part of the Surgical Services AS degree program (1351090901).  

A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.).

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Health Science career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of Health Science career cluster. 

The program is designed to prepare students for employment as an Endoscopic Technician. 

The content includes but is not limited to communication and interpersonal skills, legal and ethical responsibilities, anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, microbiology, aseptic techniques, patient care endoscopy procedures, endoscopy procedures, patient safety, use and care of equipment and supplies, CPR, Heart saver, employability skills, basic computer literacy and endoscopic technician duties such as disinfection and processing endoscopic instruments, completing the setup  and assisting during the endoscopy procedures, assisting with patient positioning and splinting as indicated, transportation of patients, and manage the endoscopy accessories, related supplies and equipment.  

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Demonstrate knowledge of the health care delivery system and health occupations.
02.0	Demonstrate the ability to communicate and use interpersonal skills effectively.
03.0	Demonstrate legal and ethical responsibilities.
04.0	Demonstrate an understanding of and apply wellness and disease concepts.
05.0	Recognize and practice safety and security procedures.
06.0	Recognize and respond to emergency situations.
07.0	Recognize and practice infection control procedures.
08.0	Demonstrate an understanding of information technology applications in healthcare.
09.0	Demonstrate employability skills.
10.0	Demonstrate knowledge of blood borne diseases, including HIV/AIDS.
11.0	Apply basic math and science skills. 
12.0	Demonstrate language arts knowledge and skills. 
13.0	Solve problems using critical thinking skills, creativity and innovation. 
14.0	Describe the roles within teams, work units, departments, organizations, inter-organizational systems, and the larger environment. 
15.0	Demonstrate leadership and teamwork skills needed to accomplish team goals and objectives. 
16.0	Demonstrate central supply technician skills. 
17.0	Demonstrate competencies in the core components of the endoscopy technician related to communication and interpersonal Skills.
18.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the basic sciences related to endoscopy.
19.0	Describe and practice safety measures in the endoscopy environment.
20.0	Perform patient care endoscopy procedures related to the endoscopy environment and describe methods for meeting patient's needs.
21.0	Demonstrate knowledge of the basic endoscopy skills necessary to function safely and effectively.
22.0	Demonstrate competencies in the core components of the endoscopy technician related to knowledge and skills.
23.0	Demonstrate competencies in the core components of the endoscopy technician related to legal and ethical responsibilities.

Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title: 	Endoscopic Technician
CIP Number:	0351099902
Program Length:	24 credit hours 	

Standards 1-11 are referred to as the Health Science Core and are required standards in this program. Secondary and Postsecondary students completing the health science core will not have to repeat the core in any other health science program in which it is a part.  When the recommended sequence is followed, the structure allows students to complete at specified points for employment or remain for advanced training or cross-training.  

To ensure consistency whenever these courses are offered, the health science core standards (1-11) and benchmarks have been placed in a separate document. To access this document, visit this link: 
https://www.fldoe.org/core/fileparse.php/20569/urlt/health-sci-core-psav-cc-2324.rtf

This certificate program is part of Surgical Services AS degree program (1351090901).  At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:	
Students completing intended outcomes 12-23, in addition to the health careers core, will meet the requirements of the Endoscopic Technician CCC.	
12.0	Demonstrate language arts knowledge and skills.  The students will be able to:	
12.01	Locate, comprehend and evaluate key elements of oral and written information. 	
12.02	Draft, revise, and edit written documents using correct grammar, punctuation and vocabulary. 	
12.03	Present information formally and informally for specific purposes and audiences.	
13.0	Solve problems using critical thinking skills, creativity, and innovation.  The students will be able to:	
13.01	Employ critical thinking skills independently and in teams to solve problems and make decisions. 	
13.02	Employ critical thinking and interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts. 	
13.03	Identify and document workplace performance goals and monitor progress toward those goals. 	
13.04	Conduct technical research to gather information necessary for decision-making. 	
14.0	Describe the roles within teams, work units, departments, organizations, inter-organizational systems, and the larger environment.  The students will be able to: 	
14.01	Describe the nature and types of healthcare organizations.	
14.02	Explain the effect of key organizational systems on performance and quality.	
14.03	List and describe quality control systems and/or practices common to the workplace. 	
14.04	Explain the impact of the global economy on healthcare organizations. 	
15.0	Demonstrate leadership and teamwork skills needed to accomplish team goals and objectives.  The students will be able to:	
15.01	Employ leadership skills to accomplish organizational goals and objectives.	
15.02	Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others, in order to accomplish objectives and tasks. 	
15.03	Conduct and participate in meetings to accomplish work tasks. 	
15.04	Employ mentoring skills to inspire and teach others. 	
15.05	Analyze attributes and attitudes of an effective leader. 	
15.06	Recognize factors and situations that may lead to conflict. 	
15.07	Demonstrate effective techniques for managing team conflict. 	
16.0	Demonstrate central supply technician skills. - The student will be able to:	
16.01	Apply the principles of medical and sterile asepsis to the processing and use of instruments, equipment, and supplies.	
16.02	Apply infection control techniques following Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines.	
16.03	Inspect equipment and supplies for condition and quantity.	
16.04	Identify principles and demonstrate techniques of disinfection and sterilization.	
16.05	Decontaminate instruments, equipment and environment.	
16.06	Identify/correct and/or report package integrity.	
16.07	Replenish supplies and equipment.	
16.08	Identify instruments, equipment and supplies for any procedure.	
16.09	Demonstrate the ability to label, package goods and supplies as required.	
16.10	Demonstrate various storage, case cart preparation and supply distribution methods for instruments, equipment, and supplies.	
16.11	Describe the types and use of inventory control systems. 	
17.0	Demonstrate competencies in the core components of the endoscopy technician related to communication and interpersonal skills.  The student will be able to:	
17.01	Use various forms of communication in the role of Endoscopy Technician to communicate relevant, accurate and complete information in a concise and clear manner.	
17.02	Collaborate with the patient, physician, and other members of the Healthcare team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the patient’s endoscopy care to promote positive outcomes.  	
17.03	Demonstrate proper use of communication technology including but not limited to intercoms, computers, written documentation logs and paging systems.	
17.04	Demonstrate patient interviewing techniques. 	
17.05	Facilitate teamwork as a patient advocate and assistant to the physician.	
17.06	Demonstrate competency regarding reporting and documentation responsibilities.	
18.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the basic sciences related to endoscopy.  The student will be able to:	
18.01	Apply knowledge of the microbial environment to the care of the patient. 	
18.02	Relate anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology, to endoscopy procedures.	
18.03	Apply the principles of medical and surgical asepsis to endoscopy procedures performed.	
18.04	Discuss electricity, computers, and robotics as they relate to endoscopy procedures performed.	
18.05	Apply knowledge of the pharmacologic agents used in the treatment of the endoscopy patient. 	
19.0	Describe and practice safety measures in the endoscopy environment.  The student will be able to:	
19.01	Inspect equipment and supplies for condition and quantity.	
19.02	Implement appropriate Joint Commission patient safety goals.	
19.03	Apply knowledge of endoscopy hazards to safe patient care. 	
20.0	Perform patient care endoscopy procedures related to the endoscopy environment and describe methods for meeting patient's needs.  The student will be able to:	
20.01	Perform safe patient transfer/transportation techniques used in the endoscopy unit setting.	
20.02	Apply the principles of safe positioning and restraining patient for endoscopy procedures.	
20.03	Apply the principles of safe usage of the electrosurgical unit, laser, endoscopes, and other equipment utilized.	
20.04	Identify the roles of the members of the endoscopy team during each phase of endoscopy procedures.	
20.05	Assist the surgical team with the care of the endoscopy patient. 	
20.06	Apply the principles of patient assessment and preparation. 	
20.07	Describe the perioperative techniques, methods and management of anesthesia related to the type of endoscopy procedure.	
20.08	Apply knowledge of endoscopy assisting techniques such as splinting and assisting with specimens. 	
21.0	Demonstrate knowledge of the basic endoscopy skills necessary to function safely and effectively.  The student will be able to:	
21.01	Demonstrate an understanding of the gastrointestinal system, respiratory system and relevant disease processes. 	
21.02	Select instruments, equipment and supplies for endoscopy procedures using physician preference/procedure cards.	
21.03	Measure and pour sterile solutions and medications.	
21.04	Differentiates appropriately the use of medical sterile technique regarding the donning of sterile gloves and the use of instruments, supplies and equipment for the scenario given.	
21.05	Describes the principles of positioning, draping patient, passing instruments, monitoring field, and manipulation of scope.	
21.06	Demonstrates the preparation and/or updates procedure cards to meet a specific surgeon’s preferences correctly.	
22.0	Demonstrate competencies in the core components of the endoscopy technician related to knowledge and skills.  The student will be able to:	
22.01	Prioritize care or actions to be taken in a given circumstance to expedite the procedure or emergency situation.	
22.02	Describe preoperative diagnosis, common complications, and operative pathophysiology related to the specific endoscopy procedures performed.	
22.03	Describe and apply common patient diagnostic and monitoring devices as applicable to the endoscopy specialty. 	
22.04	Assist the surgical team with preoperative preparation of the patient to facilitate proper patient care including but not limited to positioning, draping, and setup preparation. 	
22.05	Identify gross anatomical structures correctly during endoscopy procedures. 	
22.06	Demonstrate appropriate tissue handling techniques including the care of the endoscopy specimens.	
22.07	Describe the appropriate sequence for common endoscopy procedures.	
22.08	Utilize appropriate techniques to assist with facilitating visualization.	
22.09	Demonstrate appropriate safe endoscopy techniques when the case involves either thermal, radiological, laparoscopic, environmental, or other known endoscopy hazard. 	
22.10	Select appropriate instruments, equipment and supplies for the procedure. 	
22.11	Demonstrate competence with technology including the use of instruments, equipment, and supplies for the endoscopy procedure.  	
22.12	Assist the surgical team with postoperative care of the patient to facilitate proper patient care. 	
22.13	Demonstrate appropriate response to emergency situations including respiratory/cardiac arrest situations, sudden hypoxia, hemorrhage, shock, endoscopy misadventures, contamination, perforation of viscous or cavity, critical equipment failure, and injury. 	
22.14	Facilitate the continuity of care within the healthcare setting to access available resources and services.	
23.0	Demonstrate competencies in the core components of the endoscopy technician related to legal and ethical responsibilities.  The student will be able to:	
23.01	State methods, standards and aids that assist an Endoscopy Technician with interpreting and following legal responsibilities.	
23.02	Explain the job requirements.	
23.03	Demonstrate an understanding of the legal, ethical, moral, and professional responsibilities of working as an endoscopy technician, and the professional skills necessary to fulfill the role. 	
23.04	Provide health care within the ethical/legal framework of the job description including role responsibilities and limitations.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

The Human Patient Simulator (HPS) or other accepted simulation scenarios may be used for a limited number of clinical hours. A low teacher-student ratio in the lab and clinical area is strongly recommended.  The recommended maximum ratio is 1:8.

Special Notes

This program focuses on broad, transferable skills and stresses understanding and demonstration of the following elements of the health care industry; planning, management, finance, technical and production skills, underlying principles of technology, labor issues, community issues and health, safety, and environmental issues.

This program meets the Department of Health’s education requirements for HIV/AIDS, Domestic Violence and Prevention of Medical Errors.  Although not a requirement for initial licensure, it is a requirement for renewal, therefore the instructor may provide a certificate for renewal purposes to the student verifying these requirements have been met.

If students in this program are seeking a licensure, certificate or registration through the Department of Health, please refer to 456.0635, F.S. for more information on disqualification for a license, certificate, or registration through the Department of Health

The Endoscopy Technician Core Curriculum should be taught by qualified staff including but not limited to physicians, registered nurses, certified endoscopic technicians and experienced endoscopic technicians. 

Entering students who have successfully completed the program, Nursing Assistant or currently Nationally Certified as a CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant), should be given appropriate advanced standing. 

The CORE should be taken first in the program. Following the successful completion of the core, the student is eligible to take the National Health Care Foundation Skill Standards Assessment with instructor approval and the completion of a portfolio.

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

HOSA: Future Health Professionals is the co-curricular career and technical student organization providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills. Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered. 

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.