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  • Advocating for the Surgical Technology Profession

    AST is committed to promoting our education, accreditation, and certification values while also combatting those we oppose. 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 profession.

  • The Workforce Shortage: A Message from AST

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    Turning the Workforce Chute Into A Ladder

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    CSTs Many Lifesaving Roles

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    Education and Certification as an Appropriate Minimum Standard for Surgical Technology and Patient Safety

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    AST Position Statement on Minimum Education for Surgical Technologists

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    AST Position Statement on Accreditation, Certification, Official Title of the Profession, and On-the-Job (OJT) Training

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    American College of Surgeons (ACS) Statement Supporting Surgical Technology Accredited Education and the CST

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    Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN) Job Description Supporting Surgical Technology Accredited Education and the CST

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    Council on Surgical & Perioperative Safety (CSPS) Surgical Team Member Roles – Partner Organizations and Credentials

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    Michigan Chapter of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Letter Supporting Surgical Technology Accredited Education and Certification

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    AST Encourages Healthcare Facility Leaders to Support Local, Accredited Surgical Technology Educational Programs

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    AST Recommendations for CSTs, Program Directors, and State Assemblies when Addressing On-the-Job (OTJ) Training with a Healthcare Facility

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    Message to Surgical Technology Program Directors Regarding Alternative Certification Credentials from the AST, ARC/STSA, and NBSTSA

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    Should Healthcare Facilities Require CST Certification for Surgical Technologists? Yes....Here’s Why

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