Clinical Neurodiagnostic Technology
The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Clinical Neurodiagnostic Technology (NDT) degree provides students with knowledge and practical skills in both electroneurodiagnostic technology and sleep medicine technology and prepares them to become neurodiagnostic technologists. Students will learn how to assess, provide treatment, and perform diagnostic procedures in the field of NDT, including both Electroencephalography (EEG) and Polysomnography(PSG) with introduction to other testing modalities.
Upon successful completion of the AAS degree in Clinical NDT, students will meet the requirements to sit for the American Board of Registered Electroneurodiagnostic Technologists (ABRET) examination to become a Registered EEG Technologist and the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists examination to become a Registered PSG Technologist.
Details
Field of Interest
Health Sciences
Degree Type
Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
Academic Plan
Clinical Neurodiagnostic Technology (DEG)
Academic Plan Code
3215
Total credits required
70.5-91.5
Catalog Year
2025-2026
Effective Term
Fall 2025
Admission criteria
1. Formal admission to the Clinical Neurodiagnostic Technology program is required.
2. Formal application can be made at any time.
3. Background check requirements: Admission to an Allied Health program requires that students be in compliance with the Maricopa County Community College District Background Check Standards. Upon conditional program enrollment, the student must comply with all requirements of the MCCCD Background Check Policy.
4. Clinical health and safety requirements must be met. Upon conditional program enrollment, the student must comply with all requirements of the MCCCD Clinical Health and Safety Policy.
5. Inability to comply with background check requirements and/or clinical health and safety requirements at the start of classes may result in cancellation of enrollment.
6. Proof of current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR Certification.
Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
HCC courses may be taken prior to admission or concurrently during enrollment in the program.
What You'll Learn
- Perform neurodiagnostic testing procedures, including electroencephalograms (EEGs) and sleep studies (polysomnograms) independently.
- Explain the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system and respiratory system and their related disorders.
- Define the fundamental purpose and function of neurodiagnostic equipment and testing.
- Describe how and why to perform specialized neurodiagnostic testing procedures.
- Demonstrate problem solving during neurodiagnostic procedures by applying critical thinking and practical skills.
- Identify typical and atypical neurological waveforms in EEG and sleep studies.
- Interpret neurodiagnostic testing results.
- Evaluate patient needs based on medical records and history.
- Provide patient care that adheres to safety standards.
- Exhibit ethical and professional standards, cultural competence, and respect for diversity.
Career statistics
Successful completion of this degree may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Arizona-based wages* for this degree. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Neurodiagnostic Technologists
* Career and wage information provided by Pipeline AZ using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources. Sources
Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
- Consult with your faculty mentor or academic advisor to determine educational requirements, including possible university transfer options, for your chosen career field.
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG102 or ENG108 or ENG111 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL or Technical and Professional Writing | FYC or FYC or L | 3 | ||
| COM | Oral Communication | Any approved general education course from the Oral Communication area | 3 | ||
| CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment (0) | L | 0–3 | |
| HU | Humanities, Fine Arts & Design | Any approved general education course from the Humanities, Arts and Design area. | HU | 3 | |
| PSY101 | Introduction to Psychology | SB | 3 |
Fall Semester (Term 2)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HCC/RES109 | CPR for Health Care Provider | OR Proof of Current Health Care Provider CPR Certification. | 0–0.5 | ||
| HCC130 | Fundamentals in Health Care Delivery | OR Work experience or equivalent course education as evaluated by the GateWay Health Core Curriculum Coordinator. | 0–3 | ||
| HCC145 or HCC146 |
Medical Terminology for Health Care Professionals or Common Medical Terminology for Health Care Professionals | 2–3 | |||
| HRC101 | Overview of Healthcare Compliance | 1 | |||
| FYE101 or FYE103 |
Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success or Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success | 1–3 |
Spring Semester (Term 3)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NDT101 | Introduction to Neurodiagnostics | 3 | |||
| NDT101LL | Introduction to Neurodiagnostics Lab | 1 | |||
| NDT102 | Applied Neuroanatomy and Physiology | 3 | |||
| PSG201 | Fundamentals of Polysomnography | 3 | |||
| NDT103LL | Intermediate Neurodiagnostic Laboratory | 1 |
Summer Semester (Term 4)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSG202 | Sleep Therapeutics | 2 | |||
| PSG202LL | Sleep Therapeutics Laboratory | 0.5 | |||
| PSG203 | Record Scoring | 1 | |||
| EEG202 | Intermediate Electroencephalography (EEG) | 3 | |||
| EEG202LL | Intermediate Electroencephalography (EEG) Laboratory | 1 | |||
| EEG203 | Advanced Electroencephalography (EEG) | 2 | |||
| NDT200LL | Clinical Preparation Laboratory | 1 | |||
| HCC164 | Pharmacology for Allied Health | 0.5 | |||
| HCC200 or Work Experience |
Basic Client Care for Allied Health or Work Experience | OR Work experience or equivalent course education as evaluated by the GateWay Health Core Curriculum Coordinator | 0–0.5 |
Fall Semester (Term 5)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSG215 | Polysomnography (PSG) Clinical Rotation I | 3 | |||
| EEG215 | Electroencephalography (EEG) Clinical Rotation I | 3 |
Spring Semester (Term 6)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSG225 | Clinical Rotation II | 3 | |||
| EEG225 | Electroencephalography (EEG) Clinical Rotation II | 3 | |||
| NDT282 | Volunteering for Clinical Neurodiagnostic Technology | 0.5 |
Term 7
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NDT202 | Introduction to Nerve Conductions and Evoked Potentials | 3 | |||
| NDT202LL | Introduction to Nerve Conductions and Evoked Potentials Laboratory | 1 | |||
| PSG235 | Polysomnography (PSG) Clinical Rotation III | 3 | |||
| EEG235 | Electroencephalography (EEG) Clinical Rotation III | 3 |
Course Area Key
- FYC = First Year Composition
- HU = Humanities, Fine Arts, and Design
- L = Literacy & Critical Inquiry
- SB = Social-Behavioral Sciences
Disclaimer
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm13?id=190326).
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