Polysomnography and Neurodiagnostics
Welcome
Did you know there are over 80 sleep disorders that impact many persons worldwide? Sleep disorders are diagnosable and treatable. Our Polysomnography Technology (PSGT) Program provides learners with the knowledge, technical skills, and abilities to become a Sleep Tech. As a Sleep Tech you have an important role that will help improve a person’s quality of life. If you like problem-solving and are great with people, join us at Temple College.
The Polysomnography program at Temple College is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions as a polysomnographer, or sleep technologist. Sleep technologists use instrumentation to acquire overnight sleep study data. A sleep technologist is a skilled sleep disorders team member that assists a sleep specialist in providing a comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. The program and faculty facilitate learning opportunities that provide the student with exposure to the knowledge, skills, and technology necessary for a polysomnographer. The curriculum provides courses in succession and build on each other to provide progression in the development of sleep technology skills. Coursework specific to the Polysomnography program and the general core curriculum, as outlined by the college, comprises the formal education plan for the Associate of Applied Science, Polysomnography degree.
Programs of Study
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Jesse Castillo Polysomnography/Neurodiagnostic Phone:254-298-8673 |
Important Dates
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NEXT APPLICATION DEADLINE December 5, 2024 |
CLASSES START Spring 2025 |
Program Information
Admission Steps
- Apply to Temple College
- Submit transcripts indicating completion of prerequisite courses
- Take and pass the TSI (Texas Success Initiative) or equivalent and TEAS test
- Apply to the Polysomnography program
- If selected, submit for drug test, background check, attend orientation, and complete CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) training (AHA (American Heart Association) hands on only)
- Must be 18 years of age by the first day of class
- You must complete all prerequisite courses before being seated in the program. It is highly recommended that all co-requisites are completed also.
- HPRS 1304 Basic Health Profession Skills *
- BIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology I
- BIOL 2402 Anatomy and Physiology II
* Contact jesus.castillo@templejc.edu if you have a healthcare certificate and are currently working in healthcare to determine if you are eligible to receive credit for this course in the Polysomnography program.
In-Person Information Sessions
Session 1
Thursday November 21, 2024 at 6 p.m.
Health Sciences Center RM 1866 (Large Conference room, 2nd floor)
Session 2
Thursday December 5, 2024 at 5 p.m.
Health Sciences Center RM 1866 (Large Conference room, 2nd floor)
Virtual Information Sessions
If you cannot attend one of our in-person sessions, view our Virtual Information Session selecting the button below, and open the fact sheet below to follow along.
| Info Session | Fact Sheet |
The Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) is the credentialing body for Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (RPSGT) and is recognized worldwide for the highest sleep credentialing and education standards. To become an RPSGT, the graduate must hold a Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification or equivalent, adhere to the BRPT Standards of Conduct, and pass the RPSGT credentialing exam. The BRPT offers two credentials for sleep technologists, the Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) and the Certified Polysomnographic Technician (CPSGT).
Board of Registered Polysomnographic TechnologistsHospital systems in this region have expressed the need for more registered sleep technologists (RPSGT)
The average hourly rate is $24.67**
- Job Growth (2020-2030) - 11% (for all clinical laboratory technologists and technicians) *
- Median Salary (2020) - $51,876 (for all registered Polysomnographic technologists) **