The right certification expands your specialty options, increases your earning ceiling, and in some states, determines whether you can practice at all. The guides below cover every major credential in surgical technology, including eligibility requirements, exam structure, continuing education obligations, and what each certification is actually worth in today's job market.
BLS/CPR Requirements for Surgical Techs
Endoscopic Certification Guide
Surgical Tech State Requirements Map
CST Certification Guide | CSFA Certification Guide | TS-C Certification Guide | CST vs TS-C | State Requirements
Written by Matthew Sorensen Healthcare recruiting executive, surgical tech hiring specialist, and founder of ScrubTechJobs.com. Matthew has 15+ years placing candidates in OR and perioperative roles, authored four books on hiring, and hosted the Hired podcast, ranked in the top 0.5% of career podcasts worldwide. Learn more about Matthew →