The ARC/STSA Board of Directors consists of ten representatives: five appointments from the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) (four surgical technology educators and one surgical assisting educator), and two surgeon representatives appointed by the American College of Surgeons (ACS). The ARC/STSA appoints one public member, one academic administrator of allied health and one surgical technology educator. The members of the Board of Directors constitute the Accreditation Committee.

The ARC/STSA Board of Directors meets six times annually to review and evaluate program applications and formulate accreditation recommendations. The Board also votes on policies, develops strategic and fiscal planning, provides financial oversight, and oversees the implementation of ARC/STSA’s mission.