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.
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Education & Certification
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Subject Expertise
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Education & Certification
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Subject Expertise
- CST - California Standards Test
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- +32 subjects
Christopher: CST - California Standards Test course instructor
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Education & Certification
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- Pace University-New York - Masters, Education
Subject Expertise
- CST - California Standards Test
- 7th Grade Science
- SSAT- Elementary Level
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- +47 subjects
Kelly: CST - California Standards Test course instructor
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Education & Certification
- Providence College - Bachelor in Arts, English
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Subject Expertise
- CST - California Standards Test
- SAT Subject Tests
- College Essays
- Writing
- +19 subjects
Irena: CST - California Standards Test course instructor
I am an elementary school teacher during the day and a student too- learning really is life long. My favorite hobbies are mostly outdoor activities like hiking and climbing. I love traveling in the USA and to Europe, which is where I'm from. I love art in all its form, visual and performing arts. My favorite subjects are Math and Science. Reading always calms and there's nothing I love more than a good book.
Education & Certification
- CUNY Hunter College - Bachelor of Education, Early Childhood Education
Subject Expertise
- CST - California Standards Test
- Elementary School
- Elementary School Science
- Science
- +18 subjects
Felicia: CST - California Standards Test course instructor
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Education & Certification
- University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
- Pepperdine University - Unknown, Education
Subject Expertise
- CST - California Standards Test
- Arithmetic
- Test Prep
- Math
- +7 subjects
Kristin: CST - California Standards Test course instructor
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Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor of Science, Political Science, Communication Arts
- Carnegie Mellon University - Unknown, Public Management
Subject Expertise
- CST - California Standards Test
- 2nd Grade
- Elementary School Reading
- Algebra
- +61 subjects
Wesley: CST - California Standards Test course instructor
...to develop a genuine love for learning. The point of education is to teach students how to become critical thinkers so that they may apply their knowledge to solve real world problems. Learning should be exciting for students; it shouldn't feel like a chore. This passion and enjoyment of learning should be applied to every aspect of life for my students. Outside of the time that I spend reading books, I enjoy spending time outdoors...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Irvine - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- CST - California Standards Test
- Biomedical Engineering
- Anatomy
- Technical Writing
- +108 subjects
Claire: CST - California Standards Test course instructor
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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 - California Standards Test
- CAHSEE English
- SAT Mathematics
- GRE Verbal
- +27 subjects
Natasha: CST - California Standards Test course instructor
...subjects, as well as high school math, science, and history. I love teaching in an environment where the student is made to feel comfortable and that their efforts are rewarded and appreciated. I like to provide my students with as many tools as possible to make sure they get the most thorough understanding of a particular concept. Often times I use hands-on materials, one-on-one settings, and technology based instruction. One person at a time helping...
Education & Certification
- The Pennsylvania State University - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
- Saint Johns University - Masters, Childhood Education
Subject Expertise
- CST - California Standards Test
- Math
- High School Level American History
- College Biology
- +38 subjects
Hayley: CST - California Standards Test course instructor
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Education & Certification
- Duke University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
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Subject Expertise
- CST - California Standards Test
- Calculus
- AP Calculus AB
- SAT Math
- +29 subjects
Arnav: CST - California Standards Test course instructor
I have served as a tutor during middle school and high school for subjects ranging from math to history to English. I think that I'm a great tutor because I am knowledgeable in the subjects that I have listed above. I am also very patient when teaching others because I understand how difficult some concepts can be to grasp having struggled with them myself earlier in life. ... My teaching philosophy can best be described as persistent. I will try a variety of different methods, sample problems, and approaches to make sure the student is comfortable with the material on their own.
Education & Certification
- University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- CST - California Standards Test
- AP Calculus AB
- Elementary Math
- English
- +35 subjects