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 2010. We are returning to one of the favored cities -- Charleston, South Carolina. To see the agenda, click here. To register for the Instructors Forum, click here.

AST’s 41st Annual National Conference
May 25-29, 2010
Gaylord Texan, Grapevine, Texas

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 professional organizations and commercial businesses, click on AST Approved Nonprofit and Commerical Business
  CE Providers.
• AST’s CE Policies for the CST and CFA provides a thorough description of AST’s continuing education process, including CE reporting and documentation policies and procedures.