On January 1, 2018 the American Academy of Sleep Medicine made several updates and changes to the A-STEP Modules. Effective June 1, all CPSGT & RPSGT exam candidates using the Eligibility Pathway 1 or 4 (RPSGT) or Pathway 1 or 3 (CPSGT) must complete the new series of 26 modules in their entirety in order to meet […]
Effective September 1, 2017, a new, shorter version of the RPSGT went into effect. Specifically, the new version of the RPSGT exam consists of 175 questions, versus 200. In addition, all items on the BRPT exams (CPSGT, RPSGT and CCSH) are referenced to version 2.4 of the AASM Scoring Manual.
The RPSGT credential is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) confirming it complies with NCCA’s stringent standards for a professional certification program. Accreditation validates the integrity of the RPSGT program and is a mark of quality. Every five years, the BRPT must apply to have the credential reaccredited; the BRPT is pleased […]
This month, the BRPT reached an important milestone awarding RPSGT #20,000. Since awarding the first RPSGT credential in 1979, the field of sleep technology has grown a tremendous amount and has established itself as an integral component of sleep medicine. Sleep disorders are more widely recognized and understood by the general public; use of technology […]
BRPT Announces RPSGT Examination Eligibility Change; Adds New Pathway The BRPT recently announced one change to its eligibility requirements: Under RPSGT Pathway 3 (CAAHEP/CoARC Graduate) BRPT removed the requirement that the education program be completed within a 3-year period prior to taking the exam. For more on the different Pathways go here. In addition, BRPT […]
RPSGT Exam Eligibility Changes – Effective March 1, 2013 Background In an effort to make the BRPT examination requirements for clinical experience more flexible for those working adjustable schedules, effective March 1, 2013 the BRPT changed how candidates track the clinical experience requirement. Also, to meet clinical experience requirements in states where on-the-job training is […]
McLean, VA – September 29, 2011 – The BRPT read with interest the recent ABSM press release regarding the number of RPSGT credential holders opting to accept the offer of ABSM RST equivalency — for a fee of $25 — without a requirement to sit for the RST exam. The RST exam has not been […]
The Board of Registered Polysomnograhic Technologists has announced a modification in the A-STEP self-learning module requirement for RPSGT Pathway #1 and Pathway #4 candidates. Candidates testing after January 1, 2011 will not be required to complete the following four basic A-STEP modules: Evaluation of Sleep Pediatrics Patient Assessment Patient Interaction and Professional Behavior The following […]
» Summary of Findings Available for Download McLean, VA – April 26, 2010 – Findings from the Board of Polysomnographic Technologists’ (BRPT) 30th Anniversary Survey of RPSGTs are available for download. Highlights include the following: Satisfaction with the RPSGT credential remains high. Despite the slow economy, half of respondents feel that RPSGTs are in great […]
McLean, Virginia – April 2, 2010 –The Board of Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) announced the Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) and Certified Polysomnographic Technician (CPSGT) exam applications will be available on April 16 at www.brpt.org. Applications for the RPSGT and CPSGT exams may be submitted at any point after that date. Approved candidates may schedule to test […]
