I am not only surgical tech but an educator as well. While I hold the CST credentials I feel that the NCCT credentials hold just as much value to potential techs in the field. I have used both exams for my students and I have them succeed and be great techs. The CST being the only credentials comes down to Pride and not being educated on the value of the NCCT. Please consider reviewing this legislation and including NCCT. There is a National shortage on surgical techs and this could help ease some of those shortages by offering more ways to get certified.