Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College Asheville, North Carolina

The Surgical Technology program at Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College prepares students for a rewarding career as a vital member of the surgical team. This comprehensive program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to assist surgeons during a variety of surgical procedures. The curriculum likely includes coursework in surgical procedures, sterile technique, instrumentation, anatomy, physiology, microbiology, and surgical pharmacology. A significant portion of the program is dedicated to hands-on clinical rotations in affiliated hospitals and surgical centers, providing invaluable practical experience. Expect a rigorous schedule and detailed study. The program is likely designed to be completed in approximately two years, leading to an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. Upon graduation, students are prepared to take the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) exam and pursue entry-level positions as surgical technologists in hospitals, surgical centers, and other healthcare settings. Graduates contribute directly to patient care by ensuring a safe and sterile surgical environment.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Asheville-Buncombe Technical 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.