Certification

Graduates of the University of Saint Francis Surgical Technology Program are eligible to sit for the National Certifying Examination offered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting This credential validates essential skills and knowledge necessary for practice as a surgical technologists.

The University of Saint Francis participates in the NBSTSA's pre-graduation testing program, allowing students to take the certification examination immediately prior to graduation.

Certification is recognized nationally and generally not regulated by individual states. Although it is not mandatory to be certified in order to practice as a surgical technologist, many employers require certification. Only graduates of CAAHEP accredited Surgical Technology Programs are eligible to take the certification exam. Upon successful completion of the exam, practitioners may use the title Certified Surgical Technologists (CST).