Continuing Education
The profession of surgical technology is always changing and expanding. New technological developments and surgical techniques are revolutionizing the operating room.

Providing you with the highest quality continuing education programs is a primary element in AST’s mission. AST is committed to keeping you prepared for the unexpected, so that patients always receive the best possible care.


Upcoming Events

Instructors Forum 2008 ... was a success! Want to learn from those who attended? Check out AST's discussion boards. And mark your calendar for next year's Forum ... February 2009.

AST’s 39th Annual National Conference
May 20-24, 2008
Orlando, Florida

Ongoing Continuing Education Opportunities

The Earn CE Now page has more than 300 articles and PowerPoint presentations for you to earn CE credits. You can submit your credits and payment directly to AST from this page.

Continuing Education for CSTs and CFAs ... AST published and distributed to all members a booklet of articles and exams that can be completed for continuing education credits.

Other Continuing Education Resources

•  Frequently Asked Questions about Certification and Renewal.
•  Download the CE Reporting Form.
•  For a list of AST Approved CE Providers, including state assemblies, professional organizations and commercial businesses, click on AST Approved CE Providers.
•  To learn how your state assembly can become an approved provider of CE credits for surgical technologists and surgical assistants, click on AST CE Provider Approval Policies.
• AST’s CE Participant Policies provides a thorough description of AST’s continuing education process, including CE reporting and documentation policies and procedures.