Surgical Technology/Technologist at Northeast State Community College in Blountville, TN
Total Graduates
9
Class of 2024
Annual Tuition & Fees
$4,542
In-state, incl. fees
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Northeast State Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY | 50% | 91% | 91% | $9,612 |
| EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATE | 56% | 80% | 91% | $7,724 |
| CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGY - NON-INVASIVE OPTION | 39% | 71% | 79% | $8,947 |
| CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGY - INVASIVE OPTION | 55% | 90% | 90% | $8,630 |
| PARAMEDIC - A.A.S. | 25% | 88% | 84% | $11,050 |
| PARAMEDIC - CERTIFICATE | 30% | 93% | 86% | $12,154 |
| ADVANCED EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (AEMT) | 65% | 81% | 100% | $12,038 |
In the SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY program at Northeast State Community College, 91% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 50% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $9,612 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATE program at Northeast State Community College, 80% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 56% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,724 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGY - NON-INVASIVE OPTION program at Northeast State Community College, 71% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 39% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,947 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGY - INVASIVE OPTION program at Northeast State Community College, 90% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 55% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,630 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the PARAMEDIC - A.A.S. program at Northeast State Community College, 88% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 25% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,050 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the PARAMEDIC - CERTIFICATE program at Northeast State Community College, 93% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 30% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $12,154 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the ADVANCED EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (AEMT) program at Northeast State Community College, 81% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 65% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $12,038 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$105,620
10-Year Job Growth
+17.3%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC: 25-1071 | $84,496 | +17.3% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Surgical Assistants
SOC: 29-9093 | $48,232 | +5.1% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Surgical Technologists
SOC: 29-2055 | $50,264 | +4.5% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$79,215
Peak Salary
$132,025
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (10)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
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