The Magazine for Sleep Professionals
Thursday, February 26, 2026
The BRPT has announced the launch of the Advanced Titration Certificate (ATC) Exam, a new specialty assessment developed in response to strong demand from BRPT credential holders for advanced titration recognition. The ATC Exam is designed for experienced sleep professionals who manage patients with complex sleep therapy needs. It assesses […]
The global field of sleep medicine is at a critical inflection point, and at the heart of it lies a shared challenge—the shortage of qualified sleep technologists. With rising awareness of sleep disorders and their link to chronic health conditions, the demand for structured training and certification has surged, particularly […]
As patient complexity in sleep labs increases, so does the need for precise titrations and a deeper understanding of pathophysiology and clinical presentations. Developed in response to valuable feedback from BRPT credential holders, the new Advanced Titration Certificate (ATC) will enable technologists to demonstrate proficiency in advanced titration techniques, recognizing […]
Over the years, the BRPT has played a pivotal role in shaping the field of sleep technology, setting high standards for professional competency and ensuring that patients receive quality sleep care that highlights the program’s evolution. One of the key ways in which the BRPT has done that is in […]
Today, the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) announced the winner of its A-STEP/STAR Educational Grant Program for individuals interested in pursuing a career in sleep technology and/or those who are currently working as sleep technicians who would like to become a registered polysomnographic technologist (RPSGT). Beatrice Blanch, a sleep […]
Entering its 46th year, the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) has reached this milestone by continuously adapting to advances in technology, shifts in healthcare delivery, and the evolving needs of sleep professionals. The BRPT has credentialed more than 26,000 RPSGTs and 1,100 CCSHs. Its commitment to rigorous credentialing processes […]
For many years, sleep technologists were primarily responsible for conducting overnight polysomnography (PSG) studies, performing continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP)/bilateral positive airway pressure (BiPAP) titrations, and ensuring the accuracy of diagnostic data. Their principal goal was gathering and analyzing sleep data to help physicians diagnose sleep apnea, narcolepsy, and other […]
The year 2024 marked the 45th anniversary of the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT), and much has been accomplished over the ensuing years, none of which could have been possible without the support, passion, and hours upon hours of volunteer work of so many forward-thinking leaders in our field. […]
Pediatric sleep health professionals share their insights on how certification aids professional development and growth. The BRPT first began offering the pediatric sleep certificate exam in 2020—and already more than 200 sleep health professionals have earned this certificate to demonstrate their pediatric-specific expertise. Any active RPSGT and/or CCSH credential holder […]
The COVID-19 pandemic served to shine a bright light on some issues of perennial concern in healthcare: accessibility, efficiency, and effectiveness. Simultaneously, sleep disorders—once overlooked—gained the attention they deserve as significant contributors to overall health and well-being. In this environment, home sleep apnea tests (HSATs) rose in prominence as a […]
