CST Exam 2026: Complete Guide to Domains, Study Schedule & Pass Strategies

Prepare to pass the 2026 Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) exam with this comprehensive guide. We break down the three official NBSTSA domains, including the heavily-weighted Perioperative Care section (65% of your score) and the often-overlooked Equipment Sterilization sub-area that causes many candidates to lose points. This video covers: - CST Exam Format: 175 questions, 4-hour time limit, and passing score. - Domain 1: Perioperative Care (97 items) - Domain 2: Ancillary Duties (23 items) - Domain 3: Basic Science (30 items) - Common mistakes and how to avoid them. - A proven 8-week study schedule and instrument memorization tips. Access our complete FREE CST study guide and practice questions: https://open-exam-prep.com/blog/cst-surgical-technologist-exam-guide-2026 ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 0:07 - Scene 1 0:38 - Scene 2 1:14 - Scene 3 1:48 - Scene 4 2:24 - Scene 5 2:58 - Scene 6 3:30 - Next steps Recommended study resources: Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Open Exam Prep earns from qualifying purchases. We may earn a commission if you buy through these links. - CST Study Guide 2024-2025: Complete Review + 525 Questions and Detailed Answer Explanations for the Certified Surgical Technologist Exam (3 Full-Length Exams): https://www.amazon.com/dp/1998805646?tag=openexamprep-20 - CST Exam Prep 2026-2027: Complete Study Guide for Certified Surgical Technologist with 1200+ Practice Questions Covering OR Procedures, Sterile Techniques, Instrumentation and NBSTSA Standards: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GGHVKYHG?tag=openexamprep-20 - CST STUDY GUIDE 2025-2026: Detailed Practice and Prep Manual for Surgical Technologists Including 4 Full-Length Tests with 1,000 Practice Questions: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FJXGYQTV?tag=openexamprep-20