Your Intro to Sleep Medicine
The opportunities as a polysomnographic technician are virtually limitless! You can work for hospitals, sleep clinics, or individual providers helping patients sleep better and literally changing lives. All you have to do, is decide in what capacity you want to help, and we'll take it from there!
Our program is specifically designed to guide you every step of the way, providing assistance as needed while letting you complete the program at your own pace and continue to help after you're certified.
One Goal, Many Options
Everyone's situation is different, and we understand this. There are four different paths to entry into sleep medicine, and your circumstances will determine the best option for you. However, if you're looking for a low-cost, quick-turnaround solution, Focus Sleep School is committed to seeing you through with our accredited ASTEP Intro to Sleep Medicine for Technologists Course.
BRPT Pathway Comparison
More information on BRPT pathways found here
| Pathway | Length (months) | Average Cost | Self Paced | Job Placement | Tutoring | Apprenticeship | Paid Training | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Pathway:
On-the-Job Training and Self-Study |
Length (months): ≥ 12 |
Average
Cost: $750 |
Self Paced: Yes |
Job Placement: No |
Tutoring:
No |
Apprenticeship:
No |
Paid Training: No | |
|
Pathway:
RCT/T Vocational Program |
Length (months): 14.5 |
Average
Cost: $11,155 |
Self Paced: No |
Job Placement: Possibly |
Tutoring:
Possibly |
Apprenticeship:
No |
Paid Training: No | |
|
Pathway:
COA-PSG Certificate Program |
Length (months): 24 |
Average
Cost: Varies |
Self Paced: No |
Job Placement: No |
Tutoring:
Possibly |
Apprenticeship:
No |
Paid Training: No | |
|
Pathway:
ASTEP Focus Sleep School |
Length (months): 6 |
Average
Cost: $3,550 |
Self Paced: Semi |
Job Placement: Available |
Tutoring:
Available |
Apprenticeship:
Available |
Paid Training: Available | learn more |
On-the-Job Training and Self-study
Easily the most cost-effective route, but depending on factors such as student motivation and availability, has the potential to be the one of the shorter or longer paths. This option allows for hands-on experience through the instructional period.
If you're motivated and want to learn at your own pace with little instructional guidance, this may be be the best option for you.
RCT/T Vocational Program
Potentially the most expensive and another lengthy option; however, it may work best for those who need a highly structured learning environment and accountability oversight. Availability might be an issue if you can't find a provider in your area.
If there's an accredited provider nearby, and you need a highly-structured environment, this may be your best choice.
COA-PSG Certificate Program
The longest option by far with a two-year completion time-frame and varying costs based on providers. This option allows for a semi-structured learning environment for students who aren't in a hurry to complete the program and need to do so on their own timeline.
If there's an accredited provider nearby, and you've got the time, this may be the best option for you.
ASTEP
With moderate fees compared to other pathways and the quickest completion time by far, Focus Sleep School provides motivated students the chance to begin their career in sleep medicine in under six months, all while equipping them to pass their certification exam.
If you’re seeking a low-cost, fast-track program backed by a committed team of instructors, tutors, and mentors, our Intro to Sleep Medicine for Technologists Course is the perfect choice!