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Polysomnography Certificate (Open Learning) at Thompson Rivers University

Thompson Rivers University, Canada

Programme overview

Polysomnography technologists perform overnight sleep assessments used to diagnose various sleep disorders. The program consists of three theory courses completed by distance, followed by a two-week clinical component held in a board-approved sleep facility. Or (in BC or elsewhere in Canada). Program capacity may be limited due to the availability of clinical placements.Graduates are eligible to write the Certified Polysomnographic Technician exam under Pathway 3 eligibility. The CPSGT is an entry-level certification earned by individuals new to the sleep field. It is time limited, meaning that certificate holders must earn the Registered Polysomnographic Technologist credential within three years or lose the CPSGT designation.Program graduates with nine months' work experience may write the RPSGT exam under Pathway 4 eligibility.This program is approved by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists https://www.brpt.org/.

Faculty: Faculty of Science  |  Department: Allied Health  |  Duration: 12 credits  |  Study mode: online  |  Intake: Ongoing  |  Location: Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada

Career pathways

Related roles: Sleep technologist, Sleep and CPAP therapy educator.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Open admission A diploma in a health profession or an equivalent is strongly recommended Consent to a Criminal Record Check Residency Requirements A minimum of six TRU credits (distance or on-campus)

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intakes: Fall (September), Winter (January) and Summer (May). Not all programmes have winter and summer intakes.

International applicants: applications open October 1 for all intakes; Fall (September) intake open until further notice, Winter (January) intake closes November 1, Summer (May) intake closes February 1. Application fee $100, one time and non-refundable.

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