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Step 2: Complete Your Admissions Application

If you’re new to GateWay or the Maricopa Community Colleges, or if you need to reapply, click the button below and follow the instructions to complete your admissions application:

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• New Students: Click "Join Now" to create an account.
• Returning Students: Click "Log In" and enter your MEID and password. If you do not
  remember your MEID or password, select “Forgot your Username?” and/or “Forgot your
  Password?” for assistance.

What to Enter on Your Application:

Duo Two-Factor Authentication 

After completing your admission application, you will need to set up Duo two-factor authentication. Click on the link to set up your Duo two-factor authentication account.  

For further assistance, contact Enrollment Services at (602) 238-4350 or visit the Enrollment Services department at our Washington Campus  campus in person at 108 North 40th Street Phoenix, AZ 85034 

Step 3: Prerequisites 

Students must complete the following courses with a grade of A or B before program admission
(Total credits vary 10 to 21, depending on course selections and transfer credits)

*Students selecting BIO201 must first complete BIO156 or BIO181

Students may satisfy the math requirement with an equivalent or higher level math course.

Official Transcripts

Submit your official transcripts for all previous college coursework to the Admissions, Records, and Registration Office.

Transfer Course Credits

Please note that the Clinical Neurodiagnostic Technology Program at GateWay Community College does not accept credits for experiential learning for the required NDT courses.

Step 4: Program Application and Checklist

To view and apply for the Clinical Neurodiagnostic Technology program, Click Here.

Email the completed document and any questions regarding your application status to [email protected] using your official Maricopa student email address.

After you are admitted into the program, you will receive a welcome email with next steps and important onboarding information.

Step 5: Background Check, Fingerprints, and CPR

After you are accepted into the program, you will receive instructions on how to complete the MCCCD Background Check and will need to present a copy of the Level-One Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Card (FCC).

To begin the program, you must:

• Obtain a valid Level-One AZ DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Pass the MCCCD Background Check
• Present a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR Certification.

Important Notes

• Students cannot be placed in clinical experiences without meeting these requirements.
• You are responsible for all associated costs.
• It is strongly recommended that you apply for the fingerprint clearance card early. Please allow at least eight weeks for processing.
• The Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card is valid for six years from the date of issue.  

Step 6: Payment Options / Funding

You must have Financial Aid or a payment plan set up before your program start date.

Students who do not arrange payment in advance may be dropped from their classes for non-payment.

Financial Aid

Payment Plans

Scholarship Opportunities

Veterans Services

Important Reminders: 

★ Regularly check your Maricopa student email and Student Center for updates on payment balances and deadlines. 

★ If you’ve applied for financial aid, check for any pending "To Do List" items that may delay your award. 

★ Your seat in the program is not secured until your funding is confirmed. Failure to meet payment deadlines may result in being dropped from the program.

Health and Safety Requirements

Maricopa Community Colleges requires all Clinical Neurodiagnostic Technology students to meet the Health and Safety standards set by our most stringent clinical partner.
This ensures that students are eligible for immediate and flexible placement at any assigned clinical site.

Health and Safety Requirements

If you have questions, you may contact the Health and Safety Administrators for assistance.

Program Contacts

Bali Gill, MBBS, RPSGT

Program Director, Electroneurodiagnostics Technology
[email protected]
 

Healthcare Advising

[email protected]

Program Course Sequence

Course Sequence By Term

What will you learn in the program?

• Electroencephalography (EEG)
  Study brain wave patterns to support diagnosis of epilepsy, brain injuries, and other neurological conditions.
• Polysomnography (PSG)
  Conduct and analyze sleep studies used to identify and provide therapy for sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, insomnia, and narcolepsy.
• Evoked Potentials and Nerve Conduction Studies
  Learn foundational concepts used to assess sensory and motor pathway function in neurological evaluations.
• Advanced Diagnostic Techniques
  Interpret neurophysiological data and operate state of the art diagnostic equipment used in clinical settings.
• Healthcare Collaboration and Communication
  Build strong communication skills and learn to work effectively with physicians, technologists, and other healthcare professionals.

What qualities make someone successful in Neurodiagnostic Technology?

Individuals who excel in Neurodiagnostic Technology typically:

• Enjoy providing direct patient care
• Enjoy working with high-tech medical equipment
• Think quickly and problem-solve in real time
• Work well as part of a healthcare team
• Adapt easily to dynamic and changing clinical environments
• Adjust well to variable work schedules, including day, evening, and night shifts

What are the essential job functions and physical requirements of a Neurodiagnostic Technologist?

Neurodiagnostic Technologists must be able to:

1. Demonstrate manual and physical dexterity to operate neurodiagnostic equipment and troubleshoot technical issues
2. Use fine motor skills to manage small devices and electrodes
3. Maintain visual and auditory acuity to accurately monitor and analyze neurodiagnostic tests and respond to patient needs
4. Assist patients safely with ambulation, bed positioning, and transfers (bed, wheelchair, car, or gurney)
5. Lift or carry equipment and supplies up to 50 pounds
6. Sustain physical stamina for extended periods of standing, bending, sitting, or pushing equipment
7. Maneuver neurodiagnostic equipment in patient care areas and hospital rooms
8. Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members in both verbal and written formats
9. Read, write, understand, and speak English to meet clinical and academic requirements
10. Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to technical and patient-care challenges
11. Follow established protocols and clinical guidelines for neurodiagnostic procedures
12. Adhere to safety and infection-control standards
13. Manage stressful situations in patient-care settings
14. Maintain patient confidentiality and uphold ethical standards
15. Work collaboratively within a healthcare team while respecting diversity and cultural differences

Students who are unable to perform these functions, with or without reasonable accommodations, may be unable to safely meet clinical requirements and may not be successful in the program.

What if I experience extenuating circumstances during clinical placement?

In the event of extenuating circumstances, including but not limited to pregnancy, medical conditions, or personal emergencies, adjustments to clinical hours may be considered by the program director. Prolonged absences may require an individualized plan for program completion, which could result in delays in graduation.

It is the student’s responsibility to communicate with the program director to determine the appropriate course of action. All program and institutional graduation requirements, as outlined in the college catalog, must still be completed prior to graduation.

What credentials and certifications will I be eligible for after completing the program?

Graduates of an accredited Associate Degree program in Clinical Neurodiagnostic Technology are eligible to sit for the following professional credentialing exams:

R. EEG T.
Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist (ABRET)
Validates proficiency in performing electroencephalography (EEG)
Requires completion of an ABRET-recognized program

RPSGT
Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (BRPT)
Specializes in sleep studies and polysomnography
Requires clinical training or accredited program completion and CPR/BLS certification

Is financial aid or scholarship assistance available?

Yes. Financial assistance is available to eligible GateWay Community College students and may include grants, scholarships, employment opportunities, or loans. Aid may come from a single source or be combined from multiple sources, depending on student eligibility, financial need, packaging policy, and available funds.

For more information or assistance, please visit the GateWay Financial Aid page

 Financial Aid 

What career opportunities and advancement options are available after graduation?

Graduates of the Clinical Neurodiagnostic Technology Program have a variety of career advancement pathways. With continued education and/or additional on the job training, Neurodiagnostic Technologists can advance into roles such as:

• Research specialist
  Contribute to clinical studies and neurological research.
• Educator or trainer
  Teach future technologists in academic programs or lead professional development within healthcare organizations.
• Clinical manager or supervisor
  Oversee neurodiagnostic departments, manage teams, and ensure quality standards in patient care and testing.
• Multi modality neurodiagnostic specialist
  Earn additional credentials in areas such as:
  • Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (CNIM)
  • Long Term Monitoring (CLTM)
  • Evoked Potentials (R. EP T.)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies (R.NCS.T.)
  • Sleep Technology (RPSGT)

Can I enter this program or profession if I have a criminal record?

Clinical partnerships require students to hold a valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card and to not appear on the federal Office of Inspector General (OIG) Exclusion List. Students who cannot obtain either of these clearances will be unable to participate in clinical rotations, which are required for program completion.

Estimated Program Costs*

The estimated program costs are outlined below. Students are responsible for transportation, housing, and uniforms.

* https://www.maricopa.edu/students/tuition-payment-information/tuition-fees