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CST exam prep for hospitals and surgical technology programs
The NBSTSA Certified Surgical Technologist Exam is the national exam for surgical technologists. We don't sell prep for it yet. If your staff will sit it, tell us how many and when. We build what firms ask for.
What is the format of the CST exam?
| Questions | 175 (150 scored, 25 unscored)NBSTSA CST candidate handbook |
|---|---|
| Time | 4 hoursNBSTSA CST candidate handbook |
| Fee | US$230 for AST members, US$340 for non-membersNBSTSA CST candidate handbook |
Facts checked November 9, 2026. These details can change, so check the source before you book. If a detail is missing, we did not find it.
Why would a firm pay for CST exam prep?
Our opinion, with no outside source
Candidates come through accredited programs, so a program director is the likely buyer, more than an employer.
Questions firms ask
How many questions are on the CST exam?
175 (150 scored, 25 unscored). Source: NBSTSA CST candidate handbook.
How long is the CST exam?
4 hours. Source: NBSTSA CST candidate handbook.
How much does the CST exam cost?
US$230 for AST members, US$340 for non-members. Source: NBSTSA CST candidate handbook.
Can my firm buy CST exam prep from Prep to Pass today?
Not yet. We build the exams that firms ask for. Tell us how many people will sit it and when.
Is Prep to Pass linked to NBSTSA?
No. Prep to Pass is independent and has no link to NBSTSA.