I did the preppy program and they never gave me an externship because the state I live on don’t do externships. And I got put on a do not hire list because this program is not CAAHEP certified
All states do externships. You must be referring to your local hospitals refusing to do externships. It also sounds like that hospital only accepts the CST certification through NBSTSA which is the only one accredited by CAAHEP. There will continue to be exceptions to the rules in areas where supply is greater than demand. They have no need to expand their accepted certifications because they probably have plenty of surgical techs.
@@thesterileguy okay if all states do externships. Would you know which places in Louisiana especially New Orleans area does externships. Because during the preppy program my externship coordinator didn’t help me at all. They would give me job lists instead on externship sites and she wouldn’t even contact any place for me to get an externship.
I'm assuming you're referring to Indiana University Health? AST already enacted legislation in Indiana in 2010 monopolizing certification to only exist through NBSTSA which already requires two year accredited programs. 2025 won't change anything. AST and NBSTSA have been working together to try and monopolize as the only pathway to surgical technology because they want to capture all the money in the field of certification for surgical technology. It's gross and should be amended because monopolizing an industry violates American antitrust laws.
I’m currently a sterile processing tech and interested in the different fields I can jump to. This one comes up a lot. I don’t have my CRCST yet but will soon. Is this a good option as a surg tech?
It’s a fantastic option! They make really good money compared to Sterile Techs (unfortunately for Sterile Techs) and you have a lot of options with types of surgeries and places you could work as well. Really cool job.
@@thesterileguy sweet! I know you talked about it in the video but going to an actual college would be hard for me. I can just get my certification online and be done with it and start applying?
@@2ECONDxYeah the Preppy training and then taking the certification afterwards is completely online. The only thing you’ll need to do thereafter is Preppy will find you an externship site to get hands on experience which oftentimes ends up being the place you get hired if you wanted to stay there.
@@ahsadporter82 unfortunately the pay isn’t the best but if you switch facilities enough and work hard I’m sure you could make a decent living. Plus there’s always promotions. It can be a rewarding career !
I’m not totally clear on requirements for surgical techs in CA. Looks like practical nurse training is required. You should look up local open positions and see what their job requirements are.
Certification tests are definitely intimidating. Here are practice tests and flashcards designed to help you pass. thesterileguy.com/products/cst-ultimate-bundle
@@thesterileguy thank you so much….. YOU ARE A GURU IN THE STERILE PROCESSING COMMUNITY EVERYONE LOVES YOU, I watched your videos faithfully when I was studying for the CRCST exam
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I did this program, I’m about a month into my job!! Preppy is legit
Glad you enjoyed the training and thanks for the feedback!
Congrats! how much you think they start with an entry level ST
I did the preppy program and they never gave me an externship because the state I live on don’t do externships. And I got put on a do not hire list because this program is not CAAHEP certified
All states do externships. You must be referring to your local hospitals refusing to do externships. It also sounds like that hospital only accepts the CST certification through NBSTSA which is the only one accredited by CAAHEP. There will continue to be exceptions to the rules in areas where supply is greater than demand. They have no need to expand their accepted certifications because they probably have plenty of surgical techs.
@@thesterileguy okay if all states do externships. Would you know which places in Louisiana especially New Orleans area does externships. Because during the preppy program my externship coordinator didn’t help me at all. They would give me job lists instead on externship sites and she wouldn’t even contact any place for me to get an externship.
I was told by IU Health that as of 2025 , it will be required that all student surg techs complete a 2 year program minimum
I'm assuming you're referring to Indiana University Health? AST already enacted legislation in Indiana in 2010 monopolizing certification to only exist through NBSTSA which already requires two year accredited programs. 2025 won't change anything. AST and NBSTSA have been working together to try and monopolize as the only pathway to surgical technology because they want to capture all the money in the field of certification for surgical technology. It's gross and should be amended because monopolizing an industry violates American antitrust laws.
Can I use the certificate in Texas?
Yes you can!
Is the program good in New York?
Yes absolutely!
I’m currently a sterile processing tech and interested in the different fields I can jump to. This one comes up a lot.
I don’t have my CRCST yet but will soon.
Is this a good option as a surg tech?
It’s a fantastic option! They make really good money compared to Sterile Techs (unfortunately for Sterile Techs) and you have a lot of options with types of surgeries and places you could work as well. Really cool job.
@@thesterileguy sweet! I know you talked about it in the video but going to an actual college would be hard for me. I can just get my certification online and be done with it and start applying?
@@2ECONDxYeah the Preppy training and then taking the certification afterwards is completely online. The only thing you’ll need to do thereafter is Preppy will find you an externship site to get hands on experience which oftentimes ends up being the place you get hired if you wanted to stay there.
Is there good money in processing tech or no? Bc I want to do what u do, but idk if there’s good money or not. Is the pay good??
@@ahsadporter82 unfortunately the pay isn’t the best but if you switch facilities enough and work hard I’m sure you could make a decent living. Plus there’s always promotions. It can be a rewarding career !
Helo sir. I'm from india if i did this program by onlineby preppy..for Externship is it possible for me to come by visiting visa ?
You would need to apply for a visa and I don’t know anything about that process.
How much they pay ti start as a ST entry level
It really depends on many factors. Here is a video I made about ST salary: m.ua-cam.com/video/oIrE4AQwhlU/v-deo.html
What about Canadians ?
I’m not totally clear on requirements for surgical techs in CA. Looks like practical nurse training is required. You should look up local open positions and see what their job requirements are.
I started in July, I’m nervous about the NCCT
Certification tests are definitely intimidating. Here are practice tests and flashcards designed to help you pass. thesterileguy.com/products/cst-ultimate-bundle
@@thesterileguy thank you so much….. YOU ARE A GURU IN THE STERILE PROCESSING COMMUNITY EVERYONE LOVES YOU, I watched your videos faithfully when I was studying for the CRCST exam
@@uluvjess4864 Thanks so much! Glad the videos are helping.
@uluvjess4864 Did you go through preppy? If so how was the program?
@@jasmineh2741 yes I’m taking the course now
Is this legit
Very much so.
@@thesterileguyhow do we know you telling the truth about the legitimacy of this program?
You don’t have to take my word for it. Google and research on your own and figure it out. I give the information, it’s up to you what you do with it.