Surgical Tech Schools in Somerset, KY

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare surgical tech programs in Somerset, Kentucky. 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 Somerset, KY

#1

Somerset Community College

Somerset, KY 1.5 miles away BOC Score 47.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 58
  • Annual completions: 4,729
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Bluegrass Community and Technical College

Lexington, KY 65.4 miles away BOC Score 51.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 62
  • Annual completions: 6,837
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Hazard Community and Technical College

Hazard, KY 79.6 miles away BOC Score 48.9
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  • In-state tuition: $4,728
  • Out-of-state tuition: $6,432
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 47%
  • Programs offered: 49
  • Annual completions: 3,128
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Fortis Institute-Cookeville

Cookeville, TN 81.5 miles away BOC Score 37.3
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  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 157

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Upper Cumberland

Crossville, TN 81.9 miles away BOC Score 64.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 548

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Roane State Community College

Harriman, TN 82.9 miles away BOC Score 59.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 518
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

South College

Knoxville, TN 84.1 miles away BOC Score 45.9
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  • Programs offered: 46
  • Annual completions: 1,724
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville

Knoxville, TN 85.6 miles away BOC Score 47.1
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  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 1,051

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#9

Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College

Cumberland, KY 89.4 miles away BOC Score 48.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 51
  • Annual completions: 1,799
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Walters State Community College

Morristown, TN 95.7 miles away BOC Score 52.5
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  • 500 South Davy Crockett Parkway Morristown, TN 37813-6899
  • (423) 585-2600
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 828
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Kentucky Surgical Tech Salary Snapshot

Kentucky
Kentucky Median Pay $60,490 $29.08 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

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