Recertification Application

• Before completing your SA-C exam application please read eligibility.
• Do not use international keyboard.
• All application forms must be filled out on the computer. ABSA does not mail blank application packages.
• If you need assistance with your application, feel free to contact us, Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM CST at 1-877-617-8345 or via email at: [email protected]

• Please select your current employment status for list of required documents.
• Please ensure you have all required documents scanned into your computer before proceeding to step 3.
• The Surgical Assistant – Certified recertification application is designed to be submitted electronically. Do not print and mail, fax, or email any documents unless specifically requested by ABSA.
• All scanned and uploaded documents MUST be less than 8MB each and saved in one of the following formats:
  • Word Document (.doc/.docx)
  • photo image (.jpg, .gif, or .png)
  • Adobe Acrobat (.pdf)
• If you need assistance with your application, feel free to contact us, Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM CST at 1-877-617-8345 or via email at: [email protected].

Applicant Acknowledgement Statement

I acknowledge that the role and function of a surgical assistant is to assist the surgeon, in the performance of a surgical procedure. I understand and acknowledge that certification as a surgical assistant through the ABSA does not allow for any independent performance of any medical or surgical procedures, within the United States of America or its territories.

Please Note: Anyone found guilty of "Practicing Medicine Without a License," in the United States of America or its territories, either by court trial or plea agreement, will lose their certification and never be eligible to certify with the ABSA again.

Applicant Validation of Information Statement

I certify that I understand all statements in this application and affirm all information contained in this application to be true and correct. I understand that any misrepresentation will result in rejection of this application and/or revocation of any certification, obtained through the ABSA. I agree to hold the American Board of Surgical Assistants free from damage or complaint, by reason of any action its directors, officers or agents may take in connection with this application, or failure of the ABSA to issue certification to me.

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Demographic Information Approval

The ABSA abides by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Demographic Privacy Laws. ABSA collects personal and professional demographic information to better serve the organization. (e.g.,Professional photo, name, address, telephone numbers, date-of-birth etc.)

These demographics are required in order to fully process your application.

Individual personal demographic information is not distributed or disseminated, without your approval.

Not accepting this information will cause a rejection of your application.

Release of Information

I acknowledge and agree that the ABSA may release my examination scores and credential status to organizations such as those which regulate the practice of surgical assisting and current or potential employers.

Code of Ethics

Applicants and certificants must abide to practice surgical assisting in a manner consist with the certification standards and responsibilities set forth in the ABSA Code of Ethics.

Audit Information

Make sure you retain your recertification documents until your certification expires (2 years) as your certification number might be pulled for an audit.

• If your certification number is selected for audit, you will be required to submit additional documentation to validate the claimed activities, such as CME certificates of completion
• If your certification number is selected for audit, you will be required to submit documentation verifying the case count submitted in the case log or that your supervisor signed off on.
• If any areas of non-compliance are identified during the verification and review process, the individual will have 30 days to submit any required information. If the required information is not provided the individual’s certification will expire at the end of the 30 days or on the normal expiration date (whichever comes last) or certificant will need to retest.

Do you want to opt out of having your certification number, name, original certification date, recertification date and expiration date visible in the ABSA verification database? By selecting yes your information will not be visible and anyone trying to verify your certification will need to contact [email protected] to obtain this information.