CFETP4N1X1-B-C-D — Surgical Technologist

CFETP4N1X1-B-C-D governs specialty qualification requirements and training across the 4N1X1X surgical service career field.

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  • Publication number: CFETP4N1X1-B-C-D
  • Title: SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST
  • Date: 2023-05-01

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It defines apprentice, journeyman, and craftsman requirements for skill-level entry, award, retention, and upgrade training. It also covers specialty training standards, surgical service courses, qualification training packages, and electronic training records.

Applies to: This section applies to all enlisted surgical service personnel assigned to all Air Force Reserve (ARC) and Air National Guard (ANG) units.

Topics covered

  • Surgical service specialty qualifications
  • Skill-level training requirements
  • Surgical Technologist training
  • Specialty Training Standard core tasks
  • Qualification Training Packages
  • Urology, orthopedic, and otolaryngology specialties
  • Air Force in-residence courses
  • Electronic training records

Questions and answers

What education is required to enter the 4N131 AFSC?

Completion of high school or general educational development equivalency is mandatory for entry into this AFSC. (paragraph 2)

What training is required for the apprentice skill level?

Completion of the basic surgical technologist course is mandatory for award of the apprentice skill level. (paragraph 2)

When does job qualification training start after the 3-level course?

After 3-level course completion, job qualification training starts when an individual is assigned to their first duty position. (paragraph 2)

What is required to receive the 5-skill level AFSC?

Completion of the following requirements is mandatory for the award of the 5skill level AFSC: (1) obtaining CST certification; (2) certification in all STS core tasks; (3) completion of any QTPs for assigned duty position. (paragraph 2)

What must 4N151B/C/D upgrade training include?

Upgrade training consists of completing: (1) all STS core tasks; (2) any QTPs assigned for the duty position. (paragraph 2)

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