CPSGT pathway
Certified Polysomnographic Technician
Entry-level preparation in patient setup, study performance, event recognition, basic calculations and PAP application.
Blueprint-organized curriculum
8 linked modules
Each module contains practice questions in both study and exam modes.
Patient Assessment and Preparation
Verify orders, interview the patient and establish a safe baseline.
4 questions →Domain 1Electrode Placement and Instrumentation
Apply EEG, EOG, EMG, ECG and respiratory sensors correctly.
4 questions →Domain 1Polysomnography Procedures
Follow adult, pediatric, daytime and home-testing protocols.
4 questions →Domain 1Artifact Recognition and Troubleshooting
Recognize common artifacts and take appropriate corrective action.
4 questions →Domain 2Sleep Staging
Recognize wake, N1, N2, N3 and REM features.
4 questions →Domain 2Respiratory and Cardiac Event Recognition
Identify basic respiratory events, desaturation and cardiac changes.
4 questions →Domain 2Movements, Arousals and Calculations
Recognize movements and calculate common sleep indices.
4 questions →Domain 3CPAP, Bilevel and Oxygen Therapy
Apply PAP interfaces, recognize intolerance and follow oxygen protocols.
4 questions →Official blueprint
Confirm current exam content and administrative requirements directly with BRPT.