Sleep Technologist Overview
Rhodes State provides excellence in training through the Sleep Technologist certificate program, because the study of sleep disorders (Polysomnography) is a rapidly growing diagnostic area. Coursework in the program includes online and clinical instruction as well as clinical practice at free-standing and hospital-based sleep laboratories. This practices is required for students to be awarded a certificate of completion and be eligible to register for and attempt national credentialing examinations such as the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) for the RPGST and the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) for the RRTSDS.
Sleep Technologist Highlights
- Flexible course offerings: The online lecture and flexible clinical hours will fit into every student’s life.
- Improved marketability: Many hospital based sleep centers are connected to the respiratory department and prefer respiratory care practitioners who are credentialed in both respiratory and sleep
Career Opportunities
The field of sleep medicine is growing rapidly. There's a greater need for sleep medicine professionals today due to a growing public awareness of sleep disorders and their health consequences as well as new advancements in sleep technology and medicine.
Sleep Technologist Plan of Study
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Following successful completion of all courses the student will be eligible to take the following examinations for the certificate desired:
- Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) for the RPGST
- National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) for the RRTSDS
Accreditation Information
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Rhodes State College Sleep Technologist Certificate program number 400324 is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC)
Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC)
264 Precision Blvd
Telford, TN 37690 USA
(817) 283-2835