As the oldest and most widely recognized professional organizations for surgical technologists, AST's primary purpose is to ensure that surgical technologists possess the knowledge and skill sets to …

As the oldest and most widely recognized professional organization for surgical technologists, AST's primary purpose is to ensure that surgical technologists have the knowledge and skills to administer …

As a surgical technologist, you represent your profession in the OR. As the national professional association for surgical technologists, AST represents you, your interests and the safety of your …

Renew your credential with any of the 15 CE credit packages AST features. Once your credential has expired, the window to earn qualifying CE credits vanishes and your only option is to recertify by …

The Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA) focuses on the accreditation and review of surgical technology and surgical assisting …

Through our national and grassroots efforts and in partnership with other surgical organizations, we have developed multiple resources that allow you to join the fight and help us advocate for the …

It is the only CAAHEP-recognized Committee on Accreditation for educational programs in surgical technology and surgical assisting. It provides resources to programs as well as scholarship …

Graduates of accredited surgical technology programs are eligible for certification by the NBSTSA - a collaborative effort between AST and the ACS composed of representatives including CSTs, a …

Currently, there are 32 published guidelines that are divided into four topics: surgical technologist responsibilities, surgical attire, aseptic technique, and disinfection and sterilization.

Certified Surgical Technologists not only serve as the surgeon’s co-pilot and provide instruments and supplies to the surgeon, but they prevent patient death and harm related to medication, surgical fires, …