Aiken Technical College Graniteville, South Carolina

Aiken Technical College’s Surgical Technology program equips students with the knowledge and practical skills needed to excel as vital members of a surgical team. Beyond the classroom setting, the program emphasizes hands-on experience through clinical rotations, providing students with real-world exposure to the surgical environment. Students learn to sterilize equipment, handle surgical specimens, maintain meticulous records, and directly assist surgeons during procedures. The comprehensive curriculum ensures that graduates are well-prepared to pursue fulfilling careers in operating rooms, contributing to patient safety and positive surgical outcomes. Graduates are also eligible to sit for the NBSTSA national certification exam, further validating their expertise and enhancing their professional opportunities. With accreditation from CAAHEP, the program adheres to rigorous standards, ensuring a high-quality educational experience.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Aiken Technical 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.