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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 President Kevin Craycraft, CST, FAST

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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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    Advocating for Accredited Surgical Technology Education Before Policymakers

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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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    Can Hospitals & ASCs Require Certification in States without Regulation? Yes. Here’s Why …

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