Description:

This course is designed as a capstone experience to facilitate final preparation for employment and the BRPT examination for the RPSGT credential. Students will demonstrate knowledge and skill competency attainment expected of a polysomnographic technologist. Students will also be required to pass a comprehensive exam based on the current BRPT matrix. 5 hrs. integrated lecture lab./wk.

Supplies: Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Textbook(s): For information see - http://bookstore.jccc.net

Course Fees: NONE

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

1. Demonstrate the ability to collect, comprehend, apply, evaluate and communicate information relevant to the role of a polysomnographic technologist.
2. Demonstrate technical proficiency in all the skills necessary to fulfil the role of a polysomnographic technologist.
3. Demonstrate personal behaviour consistent with professional and employer expectations as a polysomnographic technologist.

Content Outline & Competencies:

I. Polysomnographic Knowledge Domain
   A. Demonstrate the necessary knowledge related to analyzing pre-testing
information.
   B. Demonstrate the necessary knowledge to perform and score
polysomnographic studies
   C. Demonstrate the necessary knowledge to provide patient support and
education
   D. Demonstrate the necessary knowledge for site management

II. Polysomnographic Skill Domain
   A. Demonstrate the necessary skills to analyze pre-testing
information.
   B. Demonstrate the ability to perform and score polysomnographic
studies
   C. Demonstrate the ability to provide patient support and education
   D. Demonstrate the ability to manage the site

III. Polysomnographic Behavior Domain
   A. Comply with the BRPT Standards of Conduct
   B. Follow protocols, guidelines, and standards regarding
polysomnographic procedures and safety and infection control issues
   C. Demonstrate effective written, non-verbal and verbal communication
skills
   D. Maintain a professional demeanor and interactions at all times with
staff, supervisor, patients and other health care professional
   E. Maintain professional responsibilities as it relates to attendance,
punctuality, appearance and conduct.
   F. Recognize personal limitations and demonstrate ability to follow
directions
   G. Recognize and respond appropriately to patient safety and emergency
situations

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods:

80-100%   Cognitive, Psychomotor &Affective Domain Competency
Assessments	                         
0-20%     Case Presentations and Project Assignments					

Grade Criteria:

A  =   92-100%  	
B  =   83-91%  	
C  =   75-82%*	
D  =   67-74%	
F  =    0 - 66%

*minimum required to continue in program

Caveats:

1. Students are expected to comply with the JCCC Student Code of Conduct as detailed in the JCCC College Catalog. Failure to comply may result in a faculty decision regarding program promotion and constitute a reason to fail the course.
2. Students will be required to pass all competency assessments in order to pass the course
3. Students will need basic word processing and Internet skills for the completion of some papers, exercises and projects.

Disabilities:

If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged.

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.