CO/WY State Assembly Association of Surgical Technologists

04/30/2026

NBSTSA® Certifications Mean Something

CST® and CSFA® aren’t generic titles—they never have been.

CST® and CSFA® have always been registered trademarks, earned only by those certified through NBSTSA® (that’s right, our organization is trademarked too!). Not all certifications are equal—and not every surgical technologist is a CST®. But we’re seeing it used loosely. Applied to anyone. Used interchangeably. Diluted.

That stops here.

NBSTSA® is doubling down on protecting the CST® and CSFA® credentials—reinforcing what they stand for and making sure employers, educators, and healthcare leaders understand the difference.

So, yes, you’re going to see this little ® mark everywhere. Because your accredited education, verified clinical training, and passing a rigorous national exam matters—for your profession and for patient safety.

And we’re making sure it stays that way.

See it misused? Report it to communications@nbstsa.org

CCO/WY AST State Assembly

04/30/2026

Who Values CST® Professionals? Help Us Recognize Them!

We hear you every day raising concerns about the growth of “on-the-job training” and quick online training programs. Together we can show respect to the employers who respect our credential.

Do your local hospitals require the CST® credential? If so, we want to recognize them.

Nominate your hospital or surgical center for the NBSTSA® Employer Recognition Program. Your nomination helps highlight best practices and encourages more facilities to support accredited education and NBSTSA® certification.

Nominate an Employer - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfoBRUcHUmjNoyrhbd27xnhO8nm-m9lbYoOz3awp4DtSccUAQ/viewform

CO/WY AST State Assembly

Help Us Celebrate Employers Who Champion CST® Professionals The NBSTSA® Employer Recognition Program highlights hospitals and surgical centers that truly support excellence in surgical technology. By recognizing employers who require the CST® credential in their job descriptions—and who do not ...

04/24/2026

Registration ends today!

April Showers April 25, 2026, 8am-11am
Zoom Webinar
CO/WY State Assembly of the Association of Surgical Technologists
3 Live CE Credits Offered
$15 for CST & CFSA Free for students

Visit our website https://coloradowyomingast.org/events to register
TIME TOPIC & PRESENTER
0800-0810 Welcome, Announcements, Rules of the Meeting
0810-0900 Surgical Techniques for the Treatment of Breast Cancer, Brianna McDevitt, DO
0900-0950 Gynecologic Oncology: A little bit of everything
1000-1050 Breast Reconstruction, Paul Pierce, MD
1050-1100 Closing, CE Distribution, and Dismissal

PROGRAM LEARNING OBJECTIVES
1. Understand the pathophysiology of breast cancer and how it dictates different treatment options.
2. Describe the techniques and instruments used for Gynecologic Oncology surgeries.
3. Understand the techniques used for breast reconstruction after cancer surgery and when they are used.

CO/WY AST State Assembly

04/16/2026

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CO/WY AST State Assembly

04/11/2026

The time is now! Register for our virtual April workshop for 3 Live CEs! Link in comments 😊

04/06/2026

April Showers April 25, 2026, 8am-11am

Zoom Webinar

CO/WY State Assembly of the Association of Surgical Technologists

3 Live CE Credits Offered

$15 for CST & CFSA Free for students

Visit our website coloradowyomingast.org/events

to register

TIME TOPIC & PRESENTER

0800-0810 Welcome, Announcements, Rules of the Meeting

0810-0900 Surgical Techniques for the Treatment of Breast Cancer, Brianna McDevitt, DO

0900-0950 Gynecologic Oncology: A little bit of everything

Erin Stevens, MD, FACOG



1000-1050 Breast Reconstruction, Paul Pierce, MD

1050-1100 Closing, CE Distribution, and Dismissal



PROGRAM LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. Understand the pathophysiology of breast cancer and how it dictates different treatment options.

2. Describe the techniques and instruments used for Gynecologic Oncology surgeries.

3. Understand the techniques used for breast reconstruction after cancer surgery and when they are used.

“This continuing education program is approved for 3 CE credits by the Association of Surgical Technologists, Inc., for continuing education for the Certified Surgical Technologist, Certified Surgical First Assistant, and Associate members of AST. This recognition does not imply that AST approves or endorses any product or products that are included in presentations.”

Please note that CEUs are awarded ONLY to those participating who are current members of Colorado or Wyoming AST- others may join but will not receive CEU credits per AST guidelines, and only for the time logged into the webinar.

Cameras must remain focused on you during the presentations. We ask that you be present and engaged in the discussions- please no driving, shopping, scrubbing in please.

Survey Monkey questionnaires will be sent after each topic to gauge your evaluation of the presentations.

When you register, please read important information about this webinar.



Coloradowyomingast.com information@coloradoast.com

03/16/2026

Need a sponsor? Send us an email! We'd love to help! More information in the comments 😷

03/14/2026

AST Robotic Guideline - Public Comment Now Open
The Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) is currently updating several of our guidelines for best practice, and we invite our members to participate in the review process.
AST Guidelines for Best Practices on the Perioperative Role and Duties of the Surgical Technologist During Robotic Surgical Procedures has been updated and is now available for public comment. This is an opportunity for AST members and surgical professionals to review the proposed updates and provide valuable feedback that helps ensure our guidelines reflect current standards, technology, and best practices in the surgical environment.
Your input is an important part of maintaining high-quality, evidence-based guidance for the profession.
How to Participate:
Review the updated Best Practices on the Perioperative Role and Duties of the Surgical Technologist During Robotic Surgical Procedures: https://www.ast.org/educator/GuidelineComments/
Submit your comments and feedback during the public comment period (30 days): https://www.ast.org/educator/GuidelineComments/
We encourage all members involved in robotic-assisted procedures or surgical education to take part in this process. Please provide evidence-based feedback and include specific examples to support your commentary.
https://www.ast.org/educator/GuidelineComments/

Enhancing the profession to ensure quality patient care.

03/10/2026

Jot us down! ✏️ 🗓

01/09/2026

Register for our February workshop!
Link in comments 😊

09/24/2025

Happy CST week!!

Check out our story for registration information for our annual business meeting. See you there!

09/10/2025

We are honored to share a letter from Senator Mike Crapo, recognizing the vital contributions of our devoted professionals. His words of support highlight the dedication, skill, and professionalism brought to every operating room. Thank you, Senator, for standing with our profession!