BSc Sleep Technology
Eligibility: 10+2 with PCB
BSc Sleep Technology is a 3-year programme after BSc. Check eligibility, the study path and where to apply.
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Most of the sleep disorders can be diagnosed clinically, however, some require objective assessment for proper diagnosis. Common objective diagnostic methods involve use of actigraphy and polysomnography. Besides diagnosis, these techniques are also required for management of sleep disorders as well as monitoring the therapeutic response.
Sleep Technology is a specialty that requires special training for the assessment and management of disorders. Despite a high prevalence of sleep disorders, there is a dearth of certified sleep technologists in India. It leaves many patients in poorly treated state.
Goals:
At the end of the course, student must be able to:
- Comprehend nature of sleep disorders based upon history and able to communicate with Sleep Physician
- Understand sleep disorders so as to provide patient care as per prevalent standards
- Understand nuances of polysomnography technology, neurophysiology and respiratory technology
- Conduct diagnostic as well as therapeutic procedures in the sleep laboratory, neurophysiology laboratory and respiratory laboratory in patients of all age groups
- Able to generate a comprehensive report based upon the clinical and electrophysiological data for patients of all age groups
- Understand latest research and develop research proposals related to the field
- Design and engage in public awareness programs related to disciplines
- Provide basic life support to the patients admitted in laboratory
- Guide and supervise work of younger colleagues
- Work as a part of team in various laboratories
- Maintain documentation as per prevalent standards of care
- Perform periodic audits as a part of self-improvement
- Ethically practice the disciplines