Course
Sleep Technician Training Program
Certified Polysomnography Technician (CPT) – 6 Months
Sleep Technician Training Program (Offline) • Nithra Sleep and Health Care
Duration: 6 Months
Format: Theory + Extensive Hands-On
Certification: Yes
Course Overview
The Certified Polysomnography Technician (CPT) – 6 Months Program is a comprehensive,
skill-based offline training designed to prepare participants to work confidently in a clinical sleep
laboratory. The program includes in-depth theory, hands-on PSG training, patient handling, scoring
fundamentals, CPAP titration support, and real-time sleep lab exposure.
Program Objectives
- Understand sleep physiology and common sleep disorders.
- Prepare patients and conduct overnight Polysomnography (PSG) studies.
- Apply electrodes/sensors correctly and perform calibration checks.
- Monitor signals and patients, identify artifacts, and troubleshoot issues.
- Learn basic scoring of sleep stages and respiratory events.
- Assist in CPAP titration studies and patient counselling basics.
- Follow sleep lab documentation standards and workflow protocols.
Course Structure (6 Months)
Phase 1 – Foundation in Sleep Science
- Basics of sleep physiology
- Sleep stages & architecture
- Circadian rhythm fundamentals
- Overview of sleep disorders
- Introduction to sleep-disordered breathing
Phase 2 – Polysomnography (PSG) Training
- Types of sleep studies (Level 1–4)
- PSG equipment and components
- EEG, EOG, EMG lead placement basics
- ECG, respiratory channels, pulse oximetry
- Sensor application, calibration, and montage basics
- Sleep lab setup and patient preparation
Phase 3 – Hands-On Clinical Training
- Live overnight sleep study observation
- Conducting supervised PSG studies
- Signal monitoring and artifact recognition
- Troubleshooting common technical issues
- Infection control and safety protocols
Phase 4 – Scoring & Reporting Basics
- Introduction to scoring concepts (AASM-based approach)
- Sleep stage scoring basics
- Respiratory event identification fundamentals
- AHI/ODI overview and desaturation events
- Report workflow and documentation overview
Phase 5 – CPAP & Advanced Studies
- CPAP & BiPAP basics
- Mask types and fitting techniques
- Assisting CPAP titration study workflow
- Patient education and adherence basics
Career Opportunities
- Polysomnography Technician
- Sleep Lab Technician
- CPAP Technician
- Sleep Study Monitoring Specialist
- Assistant Sleep Technologist
Opportunities in multispecialty hospitals, dedicated sleep centers, pulmonology clinics, neurophysiology labs,
and international sleep labs.
Who Should Apply?
- BSc / MSc (Allied Health Sciences)
- Respiratory Therapists
- Neurophysiology Technicians
- Nursing Professionals (GNM / BSc Nursing)
- Diploma in Medical Lab Technology (DMLT)
- Life Science Graduates
- Healthcare professionals seeking specialization in Sleep Technology
Practical Training Highlights
- Real sleep lab exposure
- Supervised overnight PSG participation
- Electrode application practice
- PSG software familiarization
- Case-based learning sessions
- Interaction with sleep physicians
Certification
Participants will receive a Certified Polysomnography Technician (CPT) Certificate
issued by Nithra Sleep and Health Care upon successful completion.
Why Choose Nithra?
- NABH accredited sleep center environment
- Experienced Sleep Medicine faculty
- Structured clinical training model
- Real patient exposure
- Industry-oriented curriculum
Enroll / Contact
Limited seats to ensure hands-on training and personalized guidance.
Nithra Sleep and Health Care
Education & Training Division
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