Surgical Tech Schools in Clearwater, FL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare surgical tech programs in Clearwater, Florida. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Surgical Tech Schools Near Clearwater, FL

#1

Concorde Career Institute-Tampa

Tampa, FL 15.2 miles away BOC Score 41.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 15
  • Annual completions: 528

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Pinellas Technical College-St. Petersburg

Saint Petersburg, FL 15.8 miles away BOC Score 42.2
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  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 1,040
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

St Petersburg College

St. Petersburg, FL 16.4 miles away BOC Score 74.6
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  • Programs offered: 56
  • Annual completions: 2,563
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Pasco-Hernando State College

New Port Richey, FL 18.4 miles away BOC Score 65.7
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  • Programs offered: 67
  • Annual completions: 1,097
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Hillsborough Community College

Tampa, FL 18.9 miles away BOC Score 61.2
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  • Programs offered: 98
  • Annual completions: 3,075
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Erwin Technical College

Tampa, FL 19.9 miles away BOC Score 60.6
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  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 634

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#7

Manatee Technical College

Bradenton, FL 35.1 miles away BOC Score 62.2
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  • Programs offered: 76
  • Annual completions: 1,271

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#8

Traviss Technical College

Lakeland, FL 49.7 miles away BOC Score 73.3
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  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 651

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#9

Suncoast Technical College

Sarasota, FL 50.6 miles away BOC Score 47.7
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  • Graduation rate: 51%
  • Programs offered: 43
  • Annual completions: 1,238
  • Online programs available

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#10

South Florida State College

Avon Park, FL 80.7 miles away BOC Score 73.8
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  • In-state tuition: $3,165
  • Out-of-state tuition: $11,859
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 49%
  • Programs offered: 69
  • Annual completions: 533
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Florida Surgical Tech Salary Snapshot

Florida
Florida Median Pay $62,440 $30.02 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $64,650 $31.08 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 29-2055 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • CAAHEP or ABHES accreditation status
  • NBSTSA CST certification exam prep and pass rates
  • Clinical rotation hours in OR settings
  • State certification or registration requirements
  • Surgical case minimums and specialty exposure

Next Steps

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