Central Piedmont Community College Charlotte, North Carolina

Central Piedmont Community College’s Surgical Technology program offers a comprehensive pathway to a rewarding career in the operating room. Designed to equip students with the essential knowledge, skills, and professional demeanor needed to excel as entry-level surgical technologists, the program emphasizes hands-on learning through a combination of classroom instruction, laboratory simulations, and real-world clinical experiences. Students learn to prepare and sterilize equipment, assist surgeons during procedures, manage instruments and supplies, and provide critical patient care. Beyond technical skills, the program instills the importance of teamwork, ethical conduct, and effective communication, preparing graduates to seamlessly integrate into surgical teams. Accredited by CAAHEP, Central Piedmont’s program not only ensures a high standard of education but also prepares students to successfully pass the NBSTSA certification exam, opening doors to diverse employment opportunities in various healthcare settings. The Surgical Technology Club further enhances the learning experience through networking and skill-building competitions.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Central Piedmont 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.