Medical institutions are demanding 24/7 neurodiagnostic services as the standard of care, partly due to medical situations in which after-hours diagnostic care directly correlates with patient outcomes. Therefore, it is ASET's position that 24/7 staffing models be utilized to support patient and employee safety and patient outcome in Level III and IV epilepsy monitoring units (EMUs); Level I and II neurocritical care units; and Level III and IV neonatal ICUs (NICUs).
While ABRET encourages all formal neurodiagnostic training programs to strive for CAAHEP accreditation, programs meeting the required standards can be approved as a Recognized Program from ABRET. Students who complete Recognized Programs will be considered eligible for their respective ABRET credentialing exam without submitting additional education hours.
While Neurodiagnostic Technologists can undertake the specialized Ictal SPECT Scan procedure, their participation is governed by a layered framework of regulatory, credentialing, and training requirements intended to prioritize safety and quality. This position statement outlines those requirements.
The Advanced LTM Analyst is an integral part of the general care team, working closely with direct care providers and multidisciplinary team members. The Advanced LTM Analyst holds a credential in Electroencephalography (R. EEG T.*), certification in Long Term Monitoring (CLTM*), and has a minimum of seven years’ experience in LTM, ICU and/or cEEG monitoring after attaining the CLTM credential.
Hospitals and independent medical companies now provide ambulatory EEG (AEEG) monitoring in patient homes, nursing facilities, group homes, and other residential or long-term settings. The unique challenges for performing and monitoring AEEGs outside of hospital/clinic settings, and best practices for ambulatory service providers (ASP) are addressed in this position statement
The U.S. Department of Labor has approved the role of Neurodiagnostic Technologist for use in a Registered Apprenticeship Program. They also provide a list of typical work activities, as well as sample training plans, that a medical center may use to build on-the-job training.
With multiple entry points into the field of Neurodiagnostic Technology that are available in the workforce today, ASET recommends completion of the ASET 12-course online EEG Core Curriculum as a minimum for those entering the field through on-the-job training.
Recognizing the diverse pathways individuals take to enter the field, ASET advocates for completion of its 12-course online EEG Core Curriculum as a minimum standard for those entering the field through on-the-job training.
The ASET Ambassador Program provides a variety of resources and tools that can be leveraged to introduce neurodiagnostics to student and veterans’ groups.
The ASET Core EEG Curriculum consists of 13 courses designed to provide standardized, high-quality education for the purpose of growing a qualified workforce.
The ASET Formal Education Task Force created a packet to help promote the development of new neurodiagnostic technology educational programs. The packet consists of cover letters addressed to the dean of either an associate degree program or one for a bachelor’s program.
Through the dedicated efforts of volunteers representing the neurodiagnostic profession, and in cooperation with other allied health organizations, ASET has compiled a comprehensive list of guidelines to guide neurodiagnostic professionals in delivering exceptional care.
The efficacy of continuous EEG (cEEG) monitoring of critically ill patients admitted to the
intensive care unit (ICU) and patients admitted to the epilepsy monitoring unit (EMU) has been
recognized by physicians, demonstrated by researchers, and described in
The highest standard for neurodiagnostic technology and intraoperative neuromonitoring programs is signaled by accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
The flyer highlights the career path of a neurodiagnostic technologist, emphasizing its growth potential and impact on patient care.
ASET has been cultivating a career ladder for neurodiagnostic technologists to expand opportunities for greater numbers of technologists to enter the field, cross-train in multiple modalities, earn a degree and advance to higher levels of salary and responsibility.
This brochure below outlines the requirements and roles associated with clinical instructional sites, focusing on the responsibilities of instructors and clinical preceptors. It emphasizes the importance of providing practical, hands-on learning experiences that complement traditional academic training.
To grow the number of clinical sites and facilitate communication between sites and educational programs, ASET has established a clinical site database, and resources to help potential clinical sites take the next step towards taking on students.
The Clinical Sites Handbook for Neurodiagnostic Technology will help you develop and establish a clinical site program in EEG, EP, NCS, PSG, and/or IONM.
The mission of CoA-NDT is to ensure the quality of Neurodiagnostic Technology and Interoperative Neurophysiologic Monitoring educational programs through accreditation as well as fostering the development of new programs.
ASET has put together a Position Statement to identify eight criteria to match the definition of Qualified Neurodiagnostic Technologist
A qualified Neurodiagnostic Technologist possesses several key characteristics that define their professional standing and practice. Firstly, these technologists are credentialed, signifying they have achieved a recognized level of competency. This credentialing is linked to having met specific minimum education standards and demonstrated performance levels.
This page outlines the qualifications of neurodiagnostic technologists and the most common procedures they perform. Be sure to check out What is Neurodiagnostics?, a nearly 10-minute video introduction to neurodiagnostics featuring active professionals in the field.
Designed specifically for neurodiagnostic educators, these sessions provide a valuable opportunity to connect with peers, share best practices, and enhance your teaching skills.