If you are hoping to become a surgical technologist and have a CST exam coming up, you can find CST prep courses with the help of Varsity Tutors. We can help you sign up for CST prep classes that will allow you to work with a skilled instructor in a one-on-one setting. By taking advantage of these one-on-one CST classes, you can receive many benefits that do not come along with working in a traditional classroom.
Every CST class session can be prepared to fit your needs as they happen. Your first CST course will be spent with your instructor figuring out where you stand and finding what level you should begin with. They can use this information to build a foundation to plan a set of CST courses that tackle your most challenging areas. This entire time, your tutor can track your progress and make adjustments to the CST course lesson plan as you go. For instance, if you have mastered the concepts of perioperative care, your instructor can change the CST class to focus on basic science concepts. The flexibility in teaching helps your tutor make your study time efficient and effective.
The CST covers the skills and knowledge that are necessary for entry-level surgical technology settings. Your tutor can track down any gaps in your knowledge and address them during the sessions so you can get caught up. If you are having difficulties with ancillary duties, it would be a lot better to get a head start on studying the information.
As you go through the customized sessions of your CST prep course, you will be trying to familiarize yourself with the format of the exam. Below is a table that lays out the sections and how many questions you can expect in each section:
| Section | Questions |
| Perioperative Care | 91 |
| Ancillary Duties | 26 |
| Basic Science | 33 |
| Total | 150 |
Now that you know how many questions to expect in each section, here is a comprehensive list of each section and what topics each section covers:
Section Breakdown:
- Perioperative Care
- Preoperative Preparation
- Intraoperative Procedures
- Postoperative Procedures
- Ancillary Duties
- Administrative and Personnel
- Equipment Sterilization and Maintenance
- Basic Science
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Microbiology
- Surgical Pharmacology
In addition to helping you tap into the material you will encounter on the exam, CST tutors can also help you with valuable test-taking tips and strategies as well. Additionally, if you are someone who has some test anxiety, your tutor can share relaxation exercises with you to help you focus and relieve your anxiety on test day. This can help you build your time management skills, improve your overall test-taking skills, and help relieve any test anxiety you may have.
If you are ready to get the CST prep help that you need, feel free to contact Varsity Tutors. We can help you find an instructor who best matches your schedule needs. Also, you can use the Live Learning Platform that allows you to schedule and attend classes online from anywhere with a stable internet connection. This allows you to get the help you need without the pressure of meeting someone physically. We are looking forward to meeting and getting to know you, so please contact us today. Together we can work to reach for your CST score goals with a CST prep class.
Ronil: CST course instructor
...another. I can always tell, however, when someone says that they understand something when in reality they do not and are simply too scared to admit it. As a result I will make sure that I drive home any concept a student is confused about and explain it in as many different ways as possible to ensure his or her understanding before proceeding to more challenging concepts. My favorite subjects to tutor are math and...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Business Economics
Subject Expertise
- CST
- Advanced Placement
- High School Physics
- World History
- +111 subjects
Jennifer: CST course instructor
...life experiences and cultural backgrounds. In my experience, the key to successful teaching lies in understanding the learning style of each individual student and helping them marshal their greatest strengths toward the achievement of her educational goals, whatever those may be. Yet, my aim as a tutor is not simply to meet the overt goals of each student during our sessions. In addition to imparting information, developing specific subject skills, and promoting conceptual understanding of...
Education & Certification
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- Brandeis University - Master of Science, Molecular Biology
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- CST
- IB Biology HL
- FCAT 2.0
- CAHSEE
- +126 subjects
Kristin: CST course instructor
...that once students know that you truly want to help them, that no question is too silly for them to ask, they will open up and let you understand their academic issues. I have found this to be true in my time teaching, particularly with students entering the middle grades when students tend to become more self aware of their academic struggles relative to peers. I believe in meeting a child where they are at...
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor of Science, Political Science, Communication Arts
- Carnegie Mellon University - Unknown, Public Management
Subject Expertise
- CST
- 4th Grade
- 5th Grade
- Elementary School
- +61 subjects
Claire: CST course instructor
...general music in the Lawndale School District and at YOLA (Youth Orchestra L.A.) at HOLA (Heart of LA youth center in the Rampart District). I student-taught in general elementary school classrooms (2nd and 5th grade), and have tutored students at YOLA. No matter what the subject, my focus has always been on finding the unique strengths of each individual student, and building on those strengths to approach areas of struggle. I enjoy working with students...
Education & Certification
- Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Music
- University of Southern California - Master of Arts Teaching, Teaching (Multiple Subject)
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- CST
- SAT
- GRE Verbal
- CAHSEE
- +27 subjects
Peter: CST course instructor
...high school, I have accrued over eight years of experience working with students from the 3rd grade to undergraduates in college. I've tutored all the STEM subjects, essay writing for high school students, even organizational skills for adolescents. My favorite subject to tutor is without a doubt mathematics, ranging from calculus to algebra. I love to tutor math because I enjoy the straightforward, "one-solution" nature of arithmetic and I find communicating this idea to my...
Education & Certification
- University of Southern California - Bachelors, Health Promotion Disease Prevention & Theatre Arts
Subject Expertise
- CST
- ACT
- CAHSEE English
- Algebra 2
- +97 subjects
Mallory: CST course instructor
...ways. I'm truly passionate about helping students succeed and reach their full potential. The majority of my experience is with middle school and elementary students, however, I enjoy working with students of all ages. I relish in supporting students in a variety of subjects, including math, reading and writing. Given my experience as a Reading Intervention Specialist, I am particularly skilled at filling gaps in the areas of reading and writing. I have a B.A....
Education & Certification
- University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelors, Sociology & Black Studies
- California State University-Los Angeles - Masters, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- CST
- Writing
- ISEE
- SAT Writing and Language
- +40 subjects
Katie: CST course instructor
...school in Brooklyn, where I work intensively with my students to raise achievement in reading comprehension, writing skills, and critical thinking. My proven track record of success includes improved scores on the ELA Regents exam and on the Critical Reading and Writing sections of the SAT. While working with students, I carefully assess individual strengths and weaknesses to craft a personalized plan of action. I tutor a wide range of subjects and skill levels, including...
Education & Certification
- University of Richmond - Bachelors, English and Philosophy
- CUNY Brooklyn College - Master of Arts, English Education
Subject Expertise
- CST
- Summer
- College Essays
- Reading
- +37 subjects
Tatiana: CST course instructor
...to tutoring elementary to high school students at a local tutoring/test prep center. Although I customarily tutor school subjects, SAT, and SAT subject tests, my strongest skills are in Math and Science. My experiences with students have taught me that a students education depends on a teachers ability to convey the subject clearly. As a result, my goal is to cater to a students needs, whether it is through visual, audio, or repetitious learning. I...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Subject Expertise
- CST
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 1
- Science
- +33 subjects
Felicia: CST course instructor
...help struggling students "see" mathematics and do math using their own learning style. I have a full functioning math lab with many kinds of manipulatives and can share online resources as well. I have authored multiple text books, standardized test items, and test study guides. I have worked on many national curriculum projects and helped with a current k-8 Common Core Standards math series currently in schools throughout the United States. I am a credentialed...
Education & Certification
- University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
- Pepperdine University - Unknown, Education
Subject Expertise
- CST
- Arithmetic
- Algebra
- Pre-Algebra
- +7 subjects
Stephanie: CST course instructor
...believe that education is a highly individualized endeavor. To that end, I will work with my students to create a plan specific to their goal. Whether that be working together for a short time to pass an exam, or for a longer period to gain extra help in a course, I believe that every learning opportunity should leave you with something you can apply in your future. I also hope to make the experience enjoyable...
Education & Certification
- SUNY at Geneseo - Bachelors, Social Studies Education
- SUNY at Buffalo - UB - Masters, Social Studies Education
Subject Expertise
- CST
- LSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- LSAT Logical Reasoning
- +56 subjects
