How long does it take to become a sleep tech?
Sleep technicians can complete a program in as short as six months or as long as two years. These programs will vary in their exposure to the field but can prepare you to take the Registered Polysomnographic Technologist test and become certified.
What colleges offer sleep tech programs?
Polysomnographic Technologist Schools and Certifications
- Atlanta School-Sleep Medicine.
- Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists.
- Alvin Community College.
- Oregon Institute of Technology.
- Concorde Career College – Portland, OR.
- Presbyterian Sleep Medicicine.
- American Academy of Sleep Medicine.
What degree do you need to be a sleep specialist?
You must hold a Bachelor’s degree and a current BLS certification or international equivalent for healthcare workers. You’re required to provide clinical experience verification on the application. A clinical manager, CCSH specialist or sleep medicine practitioner must validate and approve your clinical experience.
How much does the A-STEP program cost?
The cost to attend A-STEP: Accredited Sleep Technologist Education Program ranges from $100 to $500 depending on the qualification, with a median cost of $500. When asked how they paid for their training, most reviewers responded, “I paid for it myself”.
What education is required to become a sleep technologist?
What Is A Sleep Technologist?
| Degree Required | Certificate or associate’s degree |
|---|---|
| Education Field of Study | Polysomnography technology |
| Certification Option | Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) credential is optional |
| Job Growth (2020-2030) | 11% (for all clinical laboratory technologists and technicians)* |
What is the a-step Sleep Technologist education program?
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine’s (AASM) Accredited Sleep Technologist Education Program (A-STEP) equips trainees with the education needed to excel as a sleep technologist and prepares you for taking a sleep technologist certification exam.
How do I become a Sleep Technologist?
Thank you for your patience. The American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM) and the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (BRPT) are the credentialing boards that confer registration and certification as a sleep technologist. Learn more about the specific pathways, eligibility requirements and credentials offered at ABSM or BRPT.
When will the next sleep Tech course start?
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