Pearl River Community College Poplarville, Mississippi

Pearl River Community College’s Surgical Technology program offers aspiring surgical technologists a comprehensive path to a rewarding career. With start dates in both August and January, the program provides flexibility for students seeking an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree. The curriculum combines classroom learning, hands-on lab experience, and invaluable clinical rotations, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for the demands of the operating room. Accredited by CAAHEP, the program emphasizes student success, aiming for graduates to not only complete the program but also achieve national certification. Furthermore, the program provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to be above average and competent in their roles. Recent data shows exceptional job placement rates, indicating the program’s effectiveness in preparing graduates for immediate employment as integral members of the surgical team. Graduates will be prepared to assist surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide excellent patient care.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Pearl River Community College on the NCES website.

* Cohort Year represents the year for which students began their studies and applies to Graduation and Transfer Out Rates.
** Net Price is Average Net Price for 2022-2023 generated for full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded grant or scholarship aid from federal, state or local governments, or the institution. For public institutions only students paying the in-state or in-district rate are included. For institutions that charge students by program, net price is generated for the institution’s largest program.
NA (Not applicable) – Graduation rate, transfer-out rate and the net price are not applicable to institutions that do not have full-time, first-time degree-seeking undergraduate students in the applicable cohort year or the financial aid year.