Surgical Tech Schools in Sumter, SC

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare surgical tech programs in Sumter, South Carolina. 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 Sumter, SC

#1

Central Carolina Technical College

Sumter, SC 1.3 miles away BOC Score 43.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 440
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Southeastern College-Columbia

Columbia, SC 37.1 miles away BOC Score 30.4
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  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 144

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Florence-Darlington Technical College

Florence, SC 39.4 miles away BOC Score 35.7
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  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 889

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#4

Midlands Technical College

West Columbia, SC 41.5 miles away BOC Score 41.9
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  • Programs offered: 55
  • Annual completions: 1,119
  • Online programs available

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#5

South Piedmont Community College

Polkton, NC 74 miles away BOC Score 45.0
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  • Programs offered: 36
  • Annual completions: 313
  • Online programs available

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#6

Southeastern College-Charleston

North Charleston, SC 74.8 miles away BOC Score 47.1
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  • 2431 Aviation Avenue, Suite 703 North Charleston, SC 29406
  • (843) 747-1279
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 151
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

York Technical College

Rock Hill, SC 76.8 miles away BOC Score 40.4
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  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 1,055

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#8

Horry-Georgetown Technical College

Conway, SC 80.3 miles away BOC Score 50.3
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  • Programs offered: 60
  • Annual completions: 1,760
  • Online programs available

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#9

Aiken Technical College

Graniteville, SC 87.9 miles away BOC Score 48.4
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  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 427
  • Online programs available

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#10

Southeastern College-Charlotte

Charlotte, NC 88.6 miles away BOC Score 46.8
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  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 177
  • Online programs available

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South Carolina Surgical Tech Salary Snapshot

South Carolina
South Carolina Median Pay $62,160 $29.89 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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