Tri-County Technical College Pendleton, South Carolina

Tri-County Technical College’s Surgical Technology program provides a direct path to a rewarding career in the operating room, without the extensive debt associated with medical school. This Associate Degree program equips students with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to excel as vital members of the surgical team. Students will master aseptic techniques, instrument selection, and patient care protocols, preparing them to assist surgeons and contribute to a safe and efficient surgical environment. With daytime courses offered at the Pendleton Campus, the program provides a convenient and accessible learning experience. Graduates are well-prepared for employment in hospitals, clinics, and ambulatory surgery centers, making a real difference in patient outcomes. This CAAHEP-accredited program ensures that students receive a high-quality education that meets industry standards, paving the way for a successful and fulfilling career as a Surgical Technologist.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Tri-County 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.