Overview
The Neurodiagnostic Technology Certificate program has been designed for individuals who want a flexible classroom schedule and who may not have access to local NDT education. The curriculum includes a variety of courses in Neurodiagnostic Technology with a primary focus on electroencephalograms (EEG). This is an asynchronous program and requires weekly online class assignments. Students are also required to attend a minimum number of synchronous online meetings each semester. Students have to complete a minimum of 672 hours of clinical experience. Students in this program will have to be technologically competent in the use of computers, self-motivated, independent, and possess a strong desire to work in this field. The program is CAAHEP accredited and, as such, graduates are eligible to apply for examination by ABRET to earn the designation of R. EEG T.
For more information on this program please go to www.laboure.edu/NDT.
Curriculum
The online certificate program provides an accelerated professional course background that prepares the student to assist in the delivery of patient-centered care as a valued member of the healthcare team.
The program has many outstanding clinical affiliates nationwide. Students will gain valuable experience in these facilities and will learn how to perform electroencephalograms (EEG), as well as receive an introduction to long-term epilepsy monitoring (LTM), evoked potentials (EP), polysomnograms (PSG), and nerve conduction studies (NCS). Each specialized procedure aids in the diagnosis and treatment of neurological problems such as seizures, sleep disorders, and tumors.
Program Outcomes
Completers of the Neurodiagnostic Technology on line certificate program will learn to accomplish the following:
- Practice patient-centered care in accordance with the ethical and legal framework of the neurodiagnostic profession to ensure the highest standards of practice;
- Collaborate as members of the healthcare team to ensure clinical effectiveness;
- Engage in evidence-based practice that integrates the latest research and clinical expertise;
- Use information technology to effectively communicate, support decision-making, and uphold management principles; and
- Apply quality-improvement principles to ensure safe practice according to professional standards.
Articulation Agreements
The program in Neurodiagnostic Technology fosters educational mobility for its graduates who want to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree. The College has formal articulation agreements with Northeastern University College of Professional Studies for the Bachelor of Science in Health Management and Health Science. Additionally, graduates of the program have earned Bachelor’s degrees at the University of Massachusetts Boston and other area colleges.
Course Sequences and Prerequisites
Online Neurodiagnostic Certificate Program (EOL)
Course Sequence:
Program of Study
While the College makes every effort to avoid schedule changes, the College may cancel courses or alter course schedules without prior notification.
Semester I
Semester II
Semester III
EOL 2350: More extensive clinical experience may be necessary to further develop skills.
Total: 29 credits
Students are required to take courses in the sequence in which they are offered. Students are awarded the certificate after meeting the criteria below:
- Successful completion of the certificate program as prescribed by the College
- A cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher
- A minimum grade of C (2.0) in all NDT professional courses
- Completion of all NDT program requirements within two years of enrollment at the College