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

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    CSTs Many Lifesaving Roles

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    American College of Surgeons Statement on Surgical Technology Training and Certification

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

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

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    Recommendations for CSTs, Program Directors, and State Assemblies when Addressing On-the-Job 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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    AORN Job Description Supports Accredited Education and CST

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    Michigan Chapter of American College of Surgeons Support Letter

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    Council on Surgical & Perioperative Safety Statement in Support of CST

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    Turning the Workforce Chute Into A Ladder

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