Surgical Tech Schools in Cleveland, TN

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare surgical tech programs in Cleveland, Tennessee. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Surgical Tech Schools Near Cleveland, TN

#1

Miller-Motte College-Chattanooga

Chattanooga, TN 20.3 miles away BOC Score 38.8
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 59%
  • Programs offered: 26
  • Annual completions: 1,889
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Chattanooga State Community College

Chattanooga, TN 21.6 miles away BOC Score 48.1
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  • In-state tuition: $4,772
  • Out-of-state tuition: $17,756
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 24%
  • Programs offered: 40
  • Annual completions: 411
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Roane State Community College

Harriman, TN 50.4 miles away BOC Score 59.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 518
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Upper Cumberland

Crossville, TN 53.7 miles away BOC Score 64.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 548

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Georgia Northwestern Technical College

Rome, GA 68.3 miles away BOC Score 53.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 113
  • Annual completions: 4,534
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

South College

Knoxville, TN 71.6 miles away BOC Score 45.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 46
  • Annual completions: 1,724
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville

Knoxville, TN 73.9 miles away BOC Score 47.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 1,051

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Fortis Institute-Cookeville

Cookeville, TN 75.1 miles away BOC Score 37.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 157

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#9

Lanier Technical College

Gainesville, GA 85.6 miles away BOC Score 51.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 106
  • Annual completions: 3,421
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Chattahoochee Technical College

Marietta, GA 88.4 miles away BOC Score 52.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 100
  • Annual completions: 6,004
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Tennessee Surgical Tech Salary Snapshot

Tennessee
Tennessee Median Pay $60,530 $29.10 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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