RPSGT Eligibility

There are 5 eligibility pathways for the RPSGT exam:

RPSGT Pathway 1:

Clinical Experience. For candidates with a minimum of 1,638 hours of experience in the field and who have also completed a STAR-designated Self-Study education program. Please note:  Effective 7/1/2024 hours change to 960.

RPSGT Pathway 2:

Healthcare Credential. For candidates with a minimum of 546 hours of experience and who have another healthcare credential. Please note:  Effective 7/1/2024 hours change to 960.

RPSGT Pathway 3:

CAAHEP/CoARC Student. For graduates of a CAAHEP or CoARC-accredited polysomnography education program.

RPSGT Pathway 4:

Focused Training. For candidates with a minimum of 819 hours of experience in the field and who have also completed STAR-designated Focused education, or a combination of Self-Study and Focused 2 education. Please note:  Effective 7/1/2024 hours change to 960.

RPSGT Pathway 5:

International Option. For international candidates with a minimum of 546 hours of experience in the field. Please note:  Effective 7/1/2024 hours change to 960.

Specific RPSGT Eligibility Pathway Requirements

RPSGT Pathway 1: Clinical Experience

Candidates for Pathway 1 must:

Complete:

1. A STAR-designated Self-Study education program completed according to the guidelines listed within the RPSGT Candidate Handbook.
2. A minimum of 1,638 hours of clinical experience that includes on-site polysomnography duties performed as direct patient recording and/or scoring. Please note:  Effective 7/1/2024 hours change to 960.
3. Clinical experience within a 3-year period prior to the exam.

Submit:

1. Proof of completion of secondary education. Proof can include high school or college unofficial transcript, official transcript or copy of the diploma.
2. Proof of completion of the required STAR education.
3. Documentation of current CPR/BLS certification for healthcare workers that follows the most recent AHA Guidelines or international equivalent.
4. Verification of Experience section on application must be completed.

RPSGT Pathway 2: Healthcare Credential

Candidates for Pathway 2 must:

Complete:

1. A minimum of 546 hours of clinical experience that includes on-site polysomnography duties performed as direct patient recording and/or scoring. Please note:  Effective 7/1/2024 hours change to 960.
2. Clinical experience within a 3-year period prior to the exam.
3. Must have current allied health credential listed on our List of Accepted Allied Health Credentials.

Submit:

1. Proof of a current and accepted healthcare credential.
2. Documentation of current CPR/BLS certification for healthcare workers that follows the most recent AHA Guidelines or international equivalent.
3. Verification of Experience section on application must be completed.

Please Note: The CPSGT Credential is not accepted as a healthcare credential for this pathway.

RPSGT Pathway 3: CAAHEP/CoARC Graduate

Candidates for Pathway 3 must:

Complete:

1. Graduate or be eligible for graduation within 2 months from an education program in polysomnography accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC). CAAHEP and CoARC-accredited programs include stand-alone programs for polysomnography and add-on programs attached to an electroneurodiagnostic or respiratory care program. The list of approved programs can be found here: CAAHEP/CoARC Accredited Program

Submit:

1. Proof of graduating from the CAAHEP or CoARC polysomnography program.  Proof can be submitted by way of an official transcript in a sealed envelope, an official letter from your Program Director, or a copy of your diploma.  Those who are eligible for graduation within 2 months can submit proof by way of an official letter from your Program Director.
2. Documentation of current CPR/BLS certification for healthcare workers that follows the most recent AHA Guidelines or international equivalent.

RPSGT Pathway 4: Focused Training

Candidates for Pathway 4 must:

Complete:

1. A minimum of 819 hours of clinical experience that includes on-site polysomnography duties performed as direct patient recording and/or scoring. Please note:  Effective 7/1/2024 hours change to 960.
2. A STAR-designated Focused education program OR both a STAR-designated Self-Study education program AND a STAR-designated focused 2 program, within a 3-year period prior to the exam. Click here to see a list of all the STAR Programs.
3. Clinical experience within a 3-year period prior to the exam.

Submit:

1. Proof of completion of the required STAR program(s).
2. Proof of completion of secondary education. Proof can include high school or college unofficial transcript, official transcript or copy of the diploma.
3. Documentation of current CPR/BLS certification for healthcare workers that follows the most recent AHA Guidelines or international equivalent.
4. Verification of Experience section on application must be completed.

RPSGT Pathway 5: International Option*

Candidates for Pathway 5 must:

Complete:

1. International tertiary/post secondary qualification in science/medical science or related discipline with a major component of human anatomy and physiology included in the curriculum.
2. A minimum of 546 hours of clinical experience that includes on-site polysomnography duties performed as direct patient recording and/or scoring. Please note:  Effective 7/1/2024 hours change to 960.
3. Clinical experience within a 3-year period prior to the exam.

Submit:

1. Proof of completion of tertiary/post secondary education from a country outside of the United States.
2. Proof of residency outside of the United States.
3. Documentation of current CPR/BLS certification for healthcare workers that follows the most recent AHA Guidelines or international equivalent.
4. Verification of Experience section on application must be completed.

* International candidates include candidates from Canada and any countries outside of the United States.

The BRPT’s Credentialing Director’s Quick Guide to Answering Your Questions is an excellent resource for frequently asked questions.