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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Our Organization Position Statements Guidelines for Public Comment Surgical Technologist Responsibilities Surgical Attire Aseptic Technique Disinfection and Sterilization

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 …

Association of Surgical Technologists. Consequently, AST recognizes the associate degree level for surgical technology programs as the educational model that must be offered to prepare graduates to …

Certification Renewal is a Two-Step Process Earning and submitting CE and renewal of certification is a two-step process and both steps must be completed to avoid the expiration of your CST or CSFA …