| Neurodiagnostic Technology is an allied health specialty used for diagnosing and treating patients with neurological disorders such as epilepsy, stroke, coma, multiple sclerosis, and many others. A competent Neurodiagnostic Technologist has knowledge of the nervous system and knows how to properly operate many types of diagnostic instrumentation. Neurodiagnostic technologists are employed in hospitals, outpatient clinics, physicians’ offices, research centers and remote services. The Neurodiagnostic Technology program provides theory, laboratory practice and clinical experience in electroencephalography (EEG) and in evoked potential (BAEP, VEP, SSEP) testing as well as an introduction to other neurological testing procedures. Testing procedures include polysomnography (PSG), nerve conduction studies (NCS), long-term monitoring (LTM) for epilepsy, intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM) and transcranial doppler (TCD) studies. A grade of "C" or better must be maintained in all courses to continue in the program. Course repetition in this program is not permitted. The program is governed by the Allied Health Department Policies. Eligibility for enrollment in this program is determined by a special admission procedure. Interested persons should review program information at http://www.sdmesa.edu/academics/schools-departments/allied-health/. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be eligible to sit for the national credentialing board exam (ABRET - American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists). DIRECTED CLINICAL PRACTICE (DCP) REQUIREMENT Students accepted into this program will be required to successfully complete DCP, clinically-based courses held in health care facilities. These facilities may require background checks, including fingerprinting and drug screening, as a condition of placement at the clinic. Refusal to submit to a background check, or failure to meet clearance criteria established by the health care facility, may prevent placement in DCP courses and thus, it may not be possible to successfully complete the program. Health care facilities also require adherence to strict standards of conduct. Facilities may refuse educational access to any person who does not adhere to the facility's standards of safety, health and ethical behavior. This may be cause for removal from the program. |
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| Program Goals: At the completion of the program, the job-ready graduate will be able to work safely and effectively under the supervision of a licensed physician. Objectives: The Neurodiagnostic Technology Program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills required for an entry-level position as a Neurodiagnostic Technologist in a variety of settings. Students who complete the Neurodiagnostic Technology Program will be able to: • Provide safe and accurate neurodiagnostic recordings. • Apply critical thinking skills to be competent in various neurodiagnostic recording environments. • Demonstrate knowledge of state and federal regulations. • Establish and maintain ethical and professional behaviors consistent with standards and practices. • Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with the neurodiagnostic team, staff and patients. • Participate in self-assessment and develop plans to improve knowledge, skills, and practices in the field of neurodiagnostic technology. • Incorporate an understanding of the implications of individual and cultural differences, and adapt behavior and delivery of patient care accordingly, with respect to patient’s values, preferences and needs. |
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| Program Goals: At the completion of the program, the job-ready graduate will be able to work safely and effectively under the supervision of a licensed physician. Objectives: The Neurodiagnostic Technology Program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills required for an entry-level position as a Neurodiagnostic Technologist in a variety of settings. Students who complete the Neurodiagnostic Technology Program will be able to: • Provide safe and accurate neurodiagnostic recordings. • Apply critical thinking skills to be competent in various neurodiagnostic recording environments. • Demonstrate knowledge of state and federal regulations. • Establish and maintain ethical and professional behaviors consistent with standards and practices. • Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with the neurodiagnostic team, staff and patients. • Participate in self-assessment and develop plans to improve knowledge, skills, and practices in the field of neurodiagnostic technology. • Incorporate an understanding of the implications of individual and cultural differences, and adapt behavior and delivery of patient care accordingly, with respect to patient’s values, preferences and needs. |
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| Program Emphasis: The program exposes students to all aspects of the neurodiagnostic technology profession. Students must show safe, competent administration of neurodiagnostic procedures. |
| Career Options: Neurodiagnostic technologists are employed in a variety of settings including hospitals, outpatient clinics, physicians’ offices, university medical centers, research centers and remote services. |
| Award Description: The Neurodiagnostic Technology (NDTE) Associate of Science degree is designed for students working toward (or who have completed) the NDTE Certificate of Achievement who elect to also complete required general education coursework. |
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| Program Description: Neurodiagnostic Technology is an allied health specialty used for diagnosing and treating patients with neurological disorders such as epilepsy, stroke, coma, multiple sclerosis, and many others. A competent Neurodiagnostic Technologist has knowledge of the nervous system and knows how to properly operate many types of diagnostic instrumentation. Neurodiagnostic technologists are employed in hospitals, outpatient clinics, physicians’ offices, research centers and remote services. The Neurodiagnostic Technology program provides theory, laboratory practice and clinical experience in electroencephalography (EEG) and in evoked potential (BAEP, VEP, SSEP) testing as well as an introduction to other neurological testing procedures. Testing procedures include polysomnography (PSG), nerve conduction studies (NCS), long-term monitoring (LTM) for epilepsy, intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM) and transcranial doppler (TCD) studies. |
| Course | Title | Units | Year/Semester (Y1 or S1) |
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| HEIT 130 | Basic Pharmacology | 1 | S1 |
| NDTE 101 | Basic Electroencephalography | 5 | S1 |
| MEDA 115 | Pathophysiology | 3 | S1 |
| NDTE 121 | Neurodiagnostic Lab Practice | .5 | S1 |
| NDTE 131 | Advanced Electroencephalography | 4 | S2 |
| NDTE 140 | Directed Clinical Practice I | 2 | S1 |
| NDTE 133 | Introduction to Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology | 3 | S2 |
| NDTE 135 | EEG Record Review | 2.5 | S2 |
| NDTE 150 | Directed Clinical Practice II | 2 | S2 |
| NDTE 203 | Neurologic Disorders | 3 | S2 |
| NDTE 250 | Directed Clinical Practice III | 3 | S3 |
| NDTE 260 | Directed Clinical Practice IV | 3 | S3 |
Cassandra Storey · 02/18/21
SDCE support program mod.
Jesse Lopez · 02/17/21
Based on available LMI and COE's endorsement, Miramar College supports this program modification.
Nichol Roe · 02/17/21
Program modification = Palomar recommends approval
Larry McLemore · 02/16/21
Cuyamaca supports modification
Dr. Javier Ayala · 02/16/21
Bachelor's degree referenced by LMI.
Dr. Al Taccone · 02/05/21
MiraCosta College endorses approval of this program.
Tina Ngo Bartel · 02/03/21
Mesa College submitted the appropriate LMI from the COE. There is a supply gap (378 annual job openings), entry-level wages average $17.61 per hour. Based on available LMI, the COE supports the program modification.
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