Surgical technology training ยท Providence, RI

Surgical Tech Programs in Providence, RI

Surgical tech programs near Providence include NEIT's CAAHEP-accredited associate degree in East Greenwich, which can take as little as 18 months. You can compare its tuition, clinical schedule and route to the national CST exam below.

Compare programs How to pay for training
Local degree timelineNEIT: as little as 18 months
Program accreditationCAAHEP lists NEIT's Surgical Technology program
National credentialCST exam through NBSTSA
Published annual tuitionNEIT: $35,925 for 2026-2027, plus fees

Surgical technology training near Providence

One local program met the CAAHEP accreditation check for this listing on October 27, 2026. The check line links to CAAHEP's official directory so you can review the program's accreditation before choosing a campus.

1 local program listed

SchoolProgramCredentialLengthScheduleCost
New England Institute of TechnologyEast Greenwich, RICAAHEP accredited Surgical Technology program
CAAHEP directory checked October 27, 2026. Lab and technical classes meet in East Greenwich; clinical sites can be in RI, MA or CT. All students take the NBSTSA CST exam before graduation; confirm the next program intake.
School page 		Surgical TechnologyAssociate in Science DegreeAs little as 18 months; six terms plus a mandatory intersession; 101 quarter credit hoursWeekday technical classes; clinicals Tuesday-Thursday, 6:45 a.m.-3:45 p.m., beginning in week six of Term IV$35,925 annual tuition (2026-2027 tuition-by-degree table); fees additional

Providence campuses first, then nearby cities. Details come from each school's website; costs and start dates change, so confirm with the school.

Surgical technologist school near Providence: campus details

New England Institute of Technology East Greenwich, RI

NEIT's surgical technology degree teaches operating room preparation, sterile technique and instrument handling through laboratory and clinical practice.

CAAHEP accredited Surgical Technology program
Program
Surgical Technology
Credential
Associate in Science Degree
Length
As little as 18 months; six terms plus a mandatory intersession; 101 quarter credit hours
Schedule
Weekday technical classes; clinicals Tuesday-Thursday, 6:45 a.m.-3:45 p.m., beginning in week six of Term IV
Published cost
$35,925 annual tuition (2026-2027 tuition-by-degree table); fees additional
Address
One New England Tech Blvd, East Greenwich, RI 02818
Phone
(401) 739-5000
Program page

Steps toward surgical technology work

  1. 1

    Verify the program accreditation

    Search CAAHEP's program directory for Surgical Technology and the campus name. NBSTSA requires CAAHEP or ABHES program graduation for its accredited-program CST exam route.

  2. 2

    Review the admission assessment

    NEIT's admissions section describes an Accuplacer assessment and score review. Ask which program intake has seats and whether you meet direct-entry requirements before setting a start date.

  3. 3

    Prepare for clinical placement

    Review health clearance, background checks and attendance expectations with the program. The surgical technology handbook explains separate academic, laboratory and clinical policies.

  4. 4

    Complete the CST exam process

    NEIT requires students to take the CST exam before graduation. Follow NBSTSA's eligibility instructions for documents and fees; finishing a degree and earning CST certification are separate steps.

  5. 5

    Check your intended workplace

    For Massachusetts hospitals, read 105 CMR 130.861. Its usual route combines accredited education and certification, with a 12-month post-graduation certification window for eligible new graduates and other specified exceptions.

Surgical technologist jobs and wages around Providence

The latest BLS OEWS figures show 380 employed surgical technologists in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metropolitan area in May 2025. BLS reported a median wage of $37.15 an hour and an annual median of $77,270 for occupation 29-2055. You can find these figures in the official metro employment and wage table.

The employment estimate counts workers, not open positions. The median includes workers with different experience levels and is not a graduate starting-pay figure. As you compare openings, read the certification requirements, operating room schedule, call duties and benefits in each employer's posting.

Surgical technology tuition and funding

NEIT publishes $35,925 in annual tuition for Surgical Technology in 2026-2027. Its tuition table also lists administrative, student and technology, and laboratory fees. Annual tuition is not the price of the full degree. Request a term-by-term quote covering your planned completion date, supplies and exam charges.

Complete the FAFSA to be considered for eligible federal aid. NEIT's aid guide explains need-based Pell Grants, work-study and loans. Eligible veterans can review NEIT's GI Bill and Yellow Ribbon information with its veterans coordinator. You can also ask a DLT Career Center/American Job Center whether WIOA funds can cover this specific program. If your employer offers education benefits, get its reimbursement rules and any required work commitment in writing.

Read the full guide to paying for training

What to ask a surgical technology program

  • Which upcoming cohort has an available seat?
  • Is this campus currently listed for CAAHEP accreditation?
  • How much will every term cost, including fees?
  • Where could my clinical rotations take place?
  • Can I meet all weekday clinical hours?
  • Are CST exam charges included in my written quote?
  • How does the program prepare graduates for Massachusetts hospital requirements?

How to check a school

Common questions

How long is surgical tech training near Providence?

NEIT's program page says the degree can take as little as 18 months. Its January 2026 handbook lists six terms, a mandatory intersession and 101 quarter credits. Ask how placement scores, transfer credit or repeating a course could change your completion date.

Does the degree automatically give me CST certification?

No. The degree is an academic award, while CST is a credential earned through NBSTSA's exam process. NBSTSA lists graduation from a CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited surgical technology program as the usual education route. You must establish exam eligibility, submit the required materials and pay the applicable fees. Taking the exam is separate from passing it.

Can I complete the surgical technology degree in evening classes?

NEIT offers some evening liberal arts classes, but its surgical technology lab and classroom instruction meets on weekdays. Published clinical hours are Tuesday through Thursday, 6:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. There is no evening or weekend clinical option. Check the full term schedule before arranging work or childcare.

What do Massachusetts hospitals require of surgical technologists?

Under 105 CMR 130.861, the usual route is accredited surgical technology education plus a recognized surgical technologist credential. Eligible new graduates may obtain certification within 12 months of graduation. The rule also has exceptions for certain experienced workers, military training and federal service. Ask the hospital which education and certification records it needs from you.

Why is CCRI's surgical technology degree absent from the table?

CCRI publishes a surgical technology associate degree, but this table requires verified surgical technology program accreditation. The CAAHEP directory check on October 27, 2026 did not return a CCRI surgical technology listing. Ask CCRI for its current programmatic accreditation record and confirm exam eligibility directly with the certifying organization before choosing that route.

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