Undergraduate Major
Associate of Science in Surgery Technology
Students in the Healthcare Science Surgical Technology Track will receive a Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Science from Alvernia University and a Certificate in Surgery Technology that allows professional licensure from the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Upon completion of the program, graduates are eligible to sit for the Surgical Technologist National Certification Exam from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting.
Program Overview
Recent News
Nine Student Undergraduate Research Fellows Present Summer Projects
Faculty members provide mentorship and valuable experiential learning opportunity through annual SURF program
Penn Medicine named Alvernia's official sports medicine provider
Care provided at the Penn Medicine - Alvernia Medical and Counseling Center will expand to include specialized sports medicine expertise, strengthening a shared commitment to high‑quality, inclusive care for every student.
Remembering Polly Mathys
Alvernia University mourns the loss of Polly Mathys, a beloved educator, mentor, devoted supporter of Alvernia Athletics and the arts, and faithful steward of our Franciscan values.
