Why a Strong Neurodiagnostic Workforce Matters
A skilled and dedicated neurodiagnostic workforce is essential for delivering exceptional patient care and achieving positive outcomes within Epilepsy Centers. These professionals play a critical role in accurate diagnosis, effective treatment planning, and ongoing patient monitoring. To support Epilepsy Centers in cultivating and maintaining a thriving neurodiagnostic team, we have compiled a collection of workforce development tools.
Investing in your neurodiagnostic team directly translates to improved patient care, enhanced diagnostic accuracy, and ultimately, better outcomes for individuals living with epilepsy. By leveraging these resources, Epilepsy Centers can build a team prepared to meet the challenges of this vital field.
Resources
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). Learn more...
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. Learn more...
The ASET Core EEG Curriculum consists of 13 courses designed to provide standardized, high-quality education for the purpose of growing a qualified workforce. Learn more...
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. Learn more...
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. Learn more...
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. Learn more...
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. Learn more...
