FAQ OF A-STEP PROGRAM
How is this going to help my career in sleep medicine?
- Sleep technologists who participate in A-STEP emerge highly prepared for their professional positions as sleep technicians and qualified candidates for the Board of Registered Technologists (BRPT) certification exam.
Why choose the Sleepcare Diagnostics Program?
- Our instructors not only instruct, they play a vital role in running a 20 bed facility everyday. They are Doctors, and Technologists that work in sleep medicine themselves, and are up to date with what is expected from someone who is just starting out in Sleep Medicine. They all carry the RPSGT credential.
- We strive for excellence everyday, and we achieve it.
- Our staff is trained and ready to take you to a new level of success in sleep medicine.
Does Sleepcare Diagnostics offer career opportunities at their facility?
- Sleepcare Diagnostics has multiple locations in Cincinnati and in Sarasota, FL. While most participants in this program have positions in other facilities, Sleepcare Diagnostics will accept resumes from those seeking entry into the sleep medicine field.
Will I be working with actual patients?
- There is “hands on” training as well as the classroom setting. This training is completed at a state of the art 20 bed lab facility. (Please note scrubs are the preferred attire to wear throughout the A-Step Training Course.)
What is the job market for sleep technologists?
- Sleep Medicine is the fastest growing field in health care.
- There is a huge demand nationwide for qualified sleep technicians.
What local accommodations are available?
- We are located in a suburb of Cincinnati, OH surrounded by multiple hotels and restaurants within a short distance of our facility.
What is provided by Sleepcare Diagnostics during my stay?
- All course materials.
- A $20 a day meal allowance.
- Discount lodging at certain participating hotels.
How successful is Sleepcare Diagnostics’ training program in leading to credentials by the BRPT?
- Over 90% of eligible technicians have passed their exam under the tutelage of Dr. Malik.
