Polysomnography Technology - Associate's Degree Program

Polysomnography Technology
The Polysomnography Technology diploma program prepares students to work under the supervision of a physician to evaluate and treat sleep disorders. Through classroom instruction and clinical experiences, students learn sleep-related anatomy and physiology, respiratory physiology, and the procedures used to conduct and monitor sleep studies in healthcare settings.

Sample of reported job titles:

  • Polysomnographic Technologist
  • Sleep Technician
  • Sleep Medicine Technician
  • Clinical Sleep Technician

Wages & Employment Trends:

  • Median Wages (2024): $61,000
  • Projected Growth (2024-20234): 6% (Faster than average)
  • Projected Job Openings (2024-2034): 17,000

Source: Registered Polysomnographic Technologist Job Outlook And Growth In The US [2026] - Zippia

Program Information for Students and Parents

  • Will this pathway require an additional year of college after high school graduation? No
  • Will this pathway exceed their 30 hours of Georgia Student Finance Commission (Dual Enrollment) funding? Yes
  • Dual Enrollment (DE) Hours Required for the Pathway: 54
  • Age Requirements for the Pathway: None
  • Class Size: 18 students 
  • How many students will be admitted per high school in Houston County? 3-4
  • Number of Clinical Hours Earned: 270
  • Are prerequisites required? Yes. Students must take DE Biology 2113 and 2114 as a junior to be eligible for this program.
  • This program also requires a background check.
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