Surgical Tech Schools in Petersburg, VA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare surgical tech programs in Petersburg, Virginia. 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 Petersburg, VA

#1

Chester Career College

CHESTER, VA 10.9 miles away BOC Score 33.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 162

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

J Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Richmond, VA 23.2 miles away BOC Score 52.7
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  • Programs offered: 36
  • Annual completions: 793
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Fortis College-Richmond

Richmond, VA 26.5 miles away BOC Score 25.7
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  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 437

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#4

Riverside College of Health Careers

Newport News, VA 52.8 miles away BOC Score 67.6
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  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 108
  • Online programs available

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#5

Sentara College of Health Sciences

Chesapeake, VA 69.9 miles away BOC Score 93.0
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  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 18
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

ECPI University

Virginia Beach, VA 71.4 miles away BOC Score 55.5
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  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 4,273
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Germanna Community College

Locust Grove, VA 79.4 miles away BOC Score 61.1
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  • Programs offered: 44
  • Annual completions: 761
  • Online programs available

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#8

Piedmont Virginia Community College

Charlottesville, VA 82.3 miles away BOC Score 62.2
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  • Programs offered: 26
  • Annual completions: 245
  • Online programs available

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#9

College of the Albemarle

Elizabeth City, NC 88.8 miles away BOC Score 58.8
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  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 613
  • Online programs available

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#10

Edgecombe Community College

Tarboro, NC 92.1 miles away BOC Score 46.9
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  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 357
  • Online programs available

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Virginia Surgical Tech Salary Snapshot

Virginia
Virginia Median Pay $67,580 $32.49 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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