Polysomnographic Technology Certificate Programs Online

Polysomnography Technology from the Institute of Health Sciences

Learning "Sleep Diagnostics"

Polysomnographic Technologists perform sleep

diagnostics working in conjunction with physicians to
provide comprehensive clinical evaluations that are
required for the diagnosis of sleep disorders.

By applying non-invasive monitoring equipment, the

technologist simultaneously monitors EEG
(electroencephalography), EOG (electrooculography),
EMG (electromyography), ECG (electrocardiography),
multiple breathing variables and blood oxygen levels
during sleep.

Interpretive knowledge is required to provide sufficient monitoring diligence to recording

parameters and the clinical events observed during sleep.

Technologists provide supportive services related to the ongoing treatment of sleep related
problems. The professional realm of this support includes guidance on the use of devices for
the treatment of breathing problems during sleep and helping individuals develop sleeping
habits that promote good sleep hygiene.

Why the Institute of Health

Sciences?

The Institute of Health Sciences (IHS)

recognizes that quality focused
education is important to the adult
learner.

1st Semester
Total Credits: 13

Course # Credit Hours Course name

HSC – 101 1 Emergency Preparedness
PSG – 101 3 Polysomnographic Technology I
PSG – 102 3 PSG Procedures & Sleep Staging I
PSG – 102 6 Clinical Practicum I
2nd Semester
Total Credits: 12
Course # Credit Hours Course name
PSG – 201 3 Polysomnographic Technology II
PSG - 202 3 PSG Procedures & Sleep Staging II
PSG - 203 6 Clinical Practicum II
Required Credits for PSG Certificate: 25
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Pathway #2: How to become an RPSGT:- for candidates with 6-months of PSG experience
(credentialed health professionals)

1. Candidates must complete a minimum of 6 months of paid clinical experience where at

least 21 hours per week per calendar year of on-the-job duties performed are
Polysomnography direct patient recording and/or scoring. Duties must be within a 3-year
period prior to the exam.
2. Candidates must hold one of the following credentials:
i. Nursing - (RN, LPN)
ii. Respiratory Care - (RRT, CRT)
iii. Electroneurodiagnostic - (R. EEG T., R. EP T., CNIM)
iv. Physician's Assistant - (PA)
v. PhD.
vi. Medical Doctor - (MD)
vii. Doctor of Osteopathy - (DO)
viii. Doctor of Chiropractic - (DC)
ix. Paramedic - (EMT-P)
x. Doctor of Dental Surgery - (DDS)
xi. Radiology - (RT, RT (R), RT (CT), RT (BD) )
3. Candidates DO NOT need to complete the A-STEP Self-Study (online) Modules.
4. Candidates DO NOT need to submit proof of secondary education.

These changes are effective for the June 2009 window and onward. If you
have begun completing the modules, you may stop now and apply for the
RPSGT Exam if you meet the above requirements. If you have completed the
modules, you may still apply for the RPSGT Exam but do not need to send
proof of completion.
.

Pathway #2 Applicant, here are your next steps on the road to becoming an RPSGT:

• Read the RPSGT Candidate Handbook

• Download the Insider's Guide to Applying
• View the Applying for the RPSGT Exam webcast
• Complete your RPSGT Exam Application
• Read Study Tips from RPSGTs

Pathway #3 - Graduates of a CAAHEP-Accredited Polysomnographic Technology Program

1. Successfully complete a program in polysomnographic technology accredited by the

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). This
pertains to all CAAHEP-accredited programs whether stand-alone or attached to a
program in respiratory or electroneurodiagnostics. For a list of programs go to the
BRPT's Education Webpage.
 i. An official transcript documenting graduation from a qualified program
must be included with the application.

Pathway #3 Applicant, here are your next steps on the road to becoming an RPSGT:

• List of CAAHEP-Accredited Programs

• Read the RPSGT Candidate Handbook
• Download the Insider's Guide to Applying
• View the Applying for the RPSGT Exam webcast
• Complete your RPSGT Exam Application
• Read Study Tips from RPSGTs

PATHWAY #1, #2, or #3 Candidates Must ALL:

Hold certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) or the equivalent (international
only) that remains current at the time of testing. These programs must include a hands-on
practical training evaluation segment and you must provide documentation that shows
demonstration of skills. A copy of the current BCLS card or the equivalent must be included
with the application or separately mailed if applying online. Note: Online CPR courses do NOT
fulfill this requirement.

AND

Follow the BRPT Standards of Conduct and Policies and Procedures.

The BRPT randomly audits candidate eligibility and may request additional documentation or
validation of clinical experience. The signatory of the experience verification section on the
application is responsible for verifying any experience the candidate may have had with a
previous employer.

This chart provides an overview of future eligibility requirements for the RPSGT exam.
These changes have been instituted by BRPT in cooperation with the American Academy of
Sleep Medicine to set a minimum standard of skills and competency for those sleep technologist
professionals who serve the public. These are BRPT’s guidelines:

July 1, 2008 To be eligible for the RPSGT exam, 18-month experiential pathway applicants
must complete all 14 A-STEP Self-Study (online) Modules, or an equivalent
program*
There are no A-STEP requirements for 6-month (Pathway #2) applicants or for
graduates of a CAAHEP program.
July 1, 2010 To be eligible for the RPSGT exam, 18-month experiential applicants must
complete both the A-STEP introductory course AND the A-STEP Self-Study
(online) Modules, or an equivalent program*
There are no A-STEP requirements for 6-month (Pathway #2) applicants or for
graduates of a CAAHEP program.
July 1, 2012 To be eligible for the RPSGT exam, applicants must complete a comprehensive
training program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied
Health Educational Programs (CAAHEP) under the CoA-PSG, or an add-on
sleep technology program under the CoA-END or the CoA-RC.

– Visit "Accreditation" or www.CAAHEP.org for additional information.

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