About the Profession

Surgical technology is one of the fastest growing professions in the country. It is projected to grow faster than the average of all other occupations through the year 2012. Read more on the About the Profession page.

Professional Development

Surgical technologists and surgical assistants can advance their careers into other related fields. See how some AST members are currently employed outside the operating room on the Professional Development page.

Certification

Certification is vital to this profession and its mission to provide the best possible patient care. Read why on the Certification page.

Continuing Education

A significant part of AST’s mission is to provide opportunities for continuing education. There are opportunities for practitioners, educators and students on the Continuing Education page.

Earn CE Now

One of the easiest ways to earn continuing education (CE) credits is AST’s online resource for continuing education. There are literally hundreds of Journal articles and PowerPoint presentations that you can read online and then fill out the accompanying exam. Both the exam and your payment can be submitted directly to AST. Please see the Earn CE Now page.

Publications

Another benefit of membership is the opportunity to stay updated on the profession, read clinical articles, and find out what’s happening in the organization in one of AST’s publications .

Promote the Profession

National Surgical Technologist Week 2006 was an overwhelming success! See photos and read about celebrations from across the country on the Promote the Profession page.

Malpractice Insurance

AST members can receive a special discounted rate on malpractice insurance.

Career Center

Job postings from throughout the United States and internationally are available at the AST Career Center.

AST Products

AST offers numerous educational resources, including the newest Wound Closure Techniques 2-disc Set, in the AST Online Store.

Online Discussion Board

Stay connected with other members, share advice or offer encouragement on the Online Discussion Board for practitioners. Links to a separate board for students and educators can also be accessed from this page.