Polysomnography Admissions Requirements

ADMISSION STANDARDS

Students requesting admission into the Polysomnography Program will be reviewed by the program admissions committee.  Selected will be based on the following criteria:

1. Preference will be given to applicants with prior health care experience.

2. Students should have completed a minimum of 60 college hours of credit.

3.  Preference will be given to applicants with a grade point   average greater than 2.5 (C+) on of a 4.0 scale.

4. Proof of a current CPR healthcare provider “C” card.

5. Eight hours of observation in a sleep center.

The Polysomnography Program is a technology enhanced program with internet based learning modules, clinical rotations, and periodic classroom instruction.  Students should have access to a computer and the internet, be able to open and send attachments, and have the ability to navigate online course materials.

Once accepted into the program, students will be required to submit a completed physical form indicating appropriate vaccinations. Prior to starting the program, students will need to show proof of malpractice insurance and completion of a criminal background check.

**Registered Polysomnography Technologist Credential Eligibility

Upon successful completion of the program the graduate will be eligible to sit for the Registered Polysomnography Technologist (RPSGT) credential. This is the highest sleep credential achievable by a non-physician. The credential is offered through the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) and is considered the gold standard in sleep credentialing.

Clinical Affiliates

Bristol Regional Medical Center
Holston Valley Hospital and Medical Center
Huedo Diagnostics
Indian Path Medical Center
Johnson City Medical Center
Laughlin Memorial Hospital
Morris Hamblin Hospital
Sleep Evaluation Center
Sycamore Shoals Hospital

                                                                                                               

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