(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. All admission criteria are available on the NECC website at http://www.necc.mass.edu/academics/courses-programs/areas/health/required-form/.

Information Session Dates:

http://www.necc.mass.edu/academics/courses-programs/areas/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 http://www.necc.mass.edu/cori-sori.

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.