The Surgical Technology program will prepare students for careers as surgical technicians, which are in high demand by area hospitals and surgical centers. The average salary for a surgical technician is up to $35/hour. After completing one year of study, students can take the certification exam. Please note that TS-C does not meet licensing or regulatory requirements for Surgical Technologists in some states. Please check with your local hospital system of your residence to confirm participation with this certifying body.
Introduction to Surgical Technology
Aug. 31 - Nov. 20 | Online coursework plus on-site job shadowing and in-person interviews | Tuition for this class is $180; fees are $170.
This course presents students with an introduction to the field of Surgical Technology. Topics include the history of the surgical technologist, professional organizations related to the profession, medical terminology, professional, legal, ethical, and moral responsibilities of the surgical technologist, health care organizations, environmental safety in the surgical field, and the importance of teamwork in the operating room setting. This course also introduces students to the terminology used in the profession. Students will also experience a full day in the life of a surgical technologist. Upon completion, students should be able to apply theoretical knowledge of the course topics to the operative environment.
There are no prerequisites for this course. Any student interested in Surgical Tech can take this course!
To Sign Up
Complete the registration form and bring to either the Hamlet or Scotland County Campus. For more information, call Student Services at (910) 410-1700.
Please see our policy for refunds on continuing education classes here: Refund Policy
Surgical Tech Level 1
TBA
Course Costs
Tuition is $180; fees are $840. This includes:
- Textbooks
- Basic Life Support
- CastleBranch drug screening
- CastleBranch Bridges Program
- 1 set of scrubs
Pre-requisites for Enrollment
Students will need to have completed these courses in order to enroll in the program:
- ENG 111 (or equivalent)
- ENG 112 (or equivalent)
- MAT 143 or higher (or equivalent)
- BIO 163 or combination of BIO 165/166 (or equivalent)
- College level humanities or sociology or psychology course
- Exhibit computer literacy or completion of college-level computer course
How to Register
Complete our free application. Apply Here!
Please see our policy for refunds on continuing education classes here: Refund Policy
Surgical Tech Level 2
Aug. 19, 2026 - March 26, 2027
- All students: Aug. 19 - Sept. 4 | Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Robinette Building, rm. 213, Rockingham
- Group A Clinical/Class: Sept. 7 - Dec. 18 & Jan. 11 - March 26 | Tuesday class from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | Robinette Building, rm. 213, Rockingham | Clinicals Monday & Wednesday from 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Group B Clinical/Class: Sept. 7 - Dec. 18 & Jan. 11 - March 26 | Tuesday class from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | Robinette Building, rm. 213, Rockingham | Clinicals Thursday & Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Course Cost: $400
This cost includes:
- Tuition and fees
- CastleBranch drug screening and background check
- 1 set of scrubs
Pre-requisites for Enrollment
Successful completion of Surgical Technology Level I or program coordinator approval
For More Information
Call Student Services at (910) 410-1700.