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ASATT Certified Anesthesia Technologist (Cer.A.T.T.)

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Cer.A.T.T. ASATT Cer.A.T.T. Certified Anesthesia Technologist License: Complete Roadmap

Follow this path to organize your licensing and exam preparation

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Phase 1You are here

Master anesthesia machine systems: high/low-pressure circuits, vaporizers, gas cylinders, and pre-use checkout.

28
hours
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Phase 2

Cover pharmacology: induction agents, opioids, volatile agents, NMBAs, reversal, and MAC concept.

32
hours
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Phase 3

Study monitoring standards (ASA, BIS, ETCO2, invasive lines, TEE) and clinical support procedures.

30
hours
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Phase 4

Complete timed 125-item simulations, reinforce MH protocols, infection control, and BLS/ACLS.

24
hours
Estimated total study time
114 hours
That's about 12 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the Cer.A.T.T. Exam?

Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements

Age
Education
Graduation from a CAAHEP-accredited Anesthesia Technology Program (primary pathway)
Experience
Practical experience pathway for non-program candidates with documented supervised anesthesia technology hours
Additional Requirements
  • Advancement pathway available for holders of the Cer.A.T. (Technician) credential
  • Complete ASATT application and submit with exam fee
  • Exam administered at Scantron secure assessment centers nationwide
  • Recertify every 2 years with 30 CEUs ($100 member / $450 non-member)

Cer.A.T.T. Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

8-14 weeks for most candidates

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Scantron (ASATT secure assessment centers)

In-Person Only
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Retake Policy

Candidates must submit a new application and pay the applicable exam fee for each retake attempt.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$225 ASATT member / $450 non-member ($450/$550 international)
Total Estimated Cost$225-$550 per attempt depending on membership and location
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Anesthesia machine, pharmacology, monitoring, MH, NMBAs, infection control, and clinical support scenarios.

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Cer.A.T.T. Exam Details

ASATT Certified Anesthesia Technologist (Cer.A.T.T.)

Administered by American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians (ASATT)

Official Source
Scaled passing score (determined by ASATT psychometric standard-setting)
Passing Score
125
Questions
3
Hours
$225 ASATT member / $450 non-member ($450/$550 international)
Exam Fee
Study time: 80-120 hours
Prerequisites: CAAHEP-accredited Anesthesia Technology program graduate with current AHA/ARC BLS and ACLS; OR practical experience pathway; OR advancement from Cer.A.T. credential.
Valid for: 2 years

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians (ASATT) content outline

Anesthesia Equipment & Technology~35%

Anesthesia machine systems, vaporizers, breathing circuits, gas cylinders, scavenging, ventilators, and pre-use checkout procedures.

Pharmacology & Patient Monitoring~30%

Induction agents, opioids, NMBAs, reversal agents, volatile agents, MAC concept, and ASA monitoring standards (SpO2, ETCO2, BIS, invasive lines).

Clinical Support & Safety~20%

Malignant hyperthermia response, LAST, airway management, BLS/ACLS, OR turnover protocols, and infection control (Spaulding classification).

Specialty Procedures & Regional Techniques~15%

Invasive monitoring (arterial line, CVP, PA catheter), TEE probe care, ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia, and cerebral oximetry.

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What's Next After the Cer.A.T.T.?

After passing the Cer.A.T.T., you can pursue these career paths

CCRN

Advance into critical care nursing with overlapping ICU pharmacology and hemodynamic monitoring competencies.

CSFA

Add surgical first-assistant credentials to broaden perioperative career options.

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Use Cer.A.T.T. as a foundation to transition into anesthesia technology education and program leadership.

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