Sleep Technologist Certificate

Courses and Requirements

(Offered in Hybrid Format)

The Sleep Technologist Certificate program prepares graduates for a career in sleep medicine. Graduates of the program will be prepared to take the Registered Polysomnography Technologist (RPSGT) examination. Students must earn a C or better in all required courses in order to graduate. A minimum of 28 credits is required for graduation.

Additional Admissions Criteria:

Enrollment Services will provide additional admissions criteria for this program. Admission Criteria can be found on Health Required Forms.

Information Session Dates:

The dates of Information Sessions can be found on the Health Information Sessions.

CORI/CHRI/SORI:

Students interested in participation in this academic program may be required to undergo a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, a Criminal Records Central Repository (CHRI) check and/or a Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) check. For more information, visit the CORI/CHRI/SORI page on the NECC website.

Northern Essex Community College is committed to the success of every student. Students with legal issues in their background will meet with a committee as part of the CORI/SORI/CHRI process and will receive guidance and counseling throughout the review of their records. NECC personnel make every effort to help students prepare for careers in their chosen field. Students are encouraged to seek assistance and support.

Drug and Alcohol Screening:

Students enrolled in this academic program may be required to pass a drug and alcohol screening analysis.

CPR:

Students are required to be CPR Certified at the Health Care Provider Professional Rescuer level prior to the start of clinical courses.

Health:

Students are required to complete a health evaluation, including the Hepatitis B immunization series, prior to final acceptance to the Program.

Student Professional Liability Insurance:

Students are required to carry professional liability insurance. The premium is to be paid at the time of course registration.

Requirements:

Course NumberTitleCredits
ENG101English Composition I

3

HES130Introduction to Patient Care

3

PSG101Polysomnography I

3

PSG102Polysomnography II

3

PSG105Physiology for Sleep Technologists

3

PSG110Polysomnography Clinical I

2

PSG111Polysomnography Clinical II

3

PSG120Therapeutic Procedures for Sleep Technologists

2

PSG122Sleep Disorders of Pediatrics and Special Populations

2

Select FOUR CREDITS from the following:

Course NumberTitleCredits
BIO101Human Biology

3

BIO102Human Biology Laboratory

1

HES140Introduction to the Human Body

4

Course with Prerequisite and Co-requisite: BIO102

Courses with Prerequisites: HES140, PSG101, PSG102, PSG105, PSG110, PSG111, PSG120, PSG122

Select FOUR CREDITS from the following

Course NumberTitleCredits
BIO101Human Biology

3

BIO102Human Biology Laboratory

1

HES140Introduction to the Human Body

4

Milestone Courses: PSG101, PSG102, PSG110, PSG111

Course with Prerequisite and Corequisite: BIO102

Courses with Prerequisites: HES140, PSG101, PSG102, PSG105, PSG110, PSG111, PSG120, PSG122

Program Notes

Students considering a career as a polysomnography technologist, or sleep technologist, must have good interpersonal and communication skills; a caring and compassionate attitude; the ability to organize time and prioritize tasks; and, an active interest in the field of medicine. Sleep technologist, by the nature of the work, often work at night. They must possess good observational skills and the ability to document changes in a person’s sleep patterns.

Helpful Hints

Students who are interested in becoming a sleep technologist are encouraged to learn more about the profession using such resources as a visit to your local hospital or by visiting the website for the Association for Polysomnographic Technologist.

The program is offered in a hybridformat. (See Sleep Technology Brochure on website). Because of the time required to complete classroom, lab, and clinical assignments, some students find it helpful to complete at least some of the general education courses before entering the career courses in polysomnography.

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Gainful Employment Disclosures
Course NumberTitleCredits

Recommended Course Sequence Sleep Technologist Certificate

Course NumberTitleCredits

Year 1

Course NumberTitleCredits
Fall
Course NumberTitleCredits
BIO101Human Biology

3

and

BIO102Human Biology Laboratory

1

OR

HES140Introduction to the Human Body

4

 

HES130Introduction to Patient Care

3

PSG101Polysomnography I

3

PSG105Physiology for Sleep Technologists

3

PSG110Polysomnography Clinical I

2

Spring
Course NumberTitleCredits
ENG101English Composition I

3

PSG102Polysomnography II

3

PSG111Polysomnography Clinical II

3

PSG120Therapeutic Procedures for Sleep Technologists

2

PSG122Sleep Disorders of Pediatrics and Special Populations

2

Advanced standing is granted to credentialed respiratory therapists (CRT or RRT) who apply to this program. Applicants should speak to the program Coordinator for more information about this advanced standing option.