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Neurodiagnostic Technologist
10-525-2
Associate Degree (AAS)
Full Time
60 Credits
Financial Aid Eligible
Time of Day:
Day
Location*:
Appleton
*If general education courses are required, they may be available at multiple locations.
The Neurodiagnostic Technologist program focuses on assessing neurological disorders using diagnostic techniques. You’ll receive hands-on training in clinical rotations in Electroencephalography, Nerve Conduction Studies, Evoked Potentials, Polysomnography and Intraoperative Neuromonitoring, promoting practical experience. Collaboration with healthcare professionals will enhance your comprehensive patient care understanding. Patient-centered care and effective communication are emphasized. Critical thinking is honed for accurate interpretations and decision-making. Upon graduation, you’ll be equipped for entry-level roles in hospitals, clinics and research with well-rounded skills.
COURSE LIST
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Course list for reference only. Current students please refer to your individualized program plan or see your advisor.
**Outside effort hours are an estimate based on state standards, and may vary from person to person.
Technical Studies
(42 Credits)
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Medical Terminology
10-501-101
3Credit
54
108
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 108
- Course Number: 10501101
- Credits: 3.00
Credit for Prior Learning Options Available
Focuses on the component parts of medical terms: prefixes, suffixes and word roots. Students practice formation, analysis and reconstruction of terms. Emphasis on spelling, definition and pronunciation. Introduction to operative, diagnostic, therapeutic and symptomatic terminology of all body systems, as well as systemic and surgical terminology.
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Digital Literacy for Healthcare
10-501-107
2Credit
72
36
- Instructional Hours: 72
- Outside Effort Hours: 36
- Course Number: 10501107
- Credits: 2.00
Credit for Prior Learning Options Available
Focuses on the use of technology in healthcare. Learners use common business software applications, including word processing, presentation, spreadsheet, and databases. Communication methods using technology are addressed. Learners gain experience with using the electronic health record (E.H.R.). Healthcare E.H.R. security issues, social media use, and digital healthcare resources are examined.
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Body Structure and Function
10-501-153
2Credit
54
54
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 54
- Course Number: 10501153
- Credits: 2.00
Introduces the basic normal anatomy and physiology of the human body essential for nursing practice. Medical terminology is introduced and plays a significant role in the course. Medical Terminology (10-501-101) is recommended but not required.
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NDT: EEG Basic
10-525-101
3Credit
72
90
- Instructional Hours: 72
- Outside Effort Hours: 90
- Course Number: 10525101
- Credits: 3.00
Credit for Prior Learning Options Available
Develop understanding in the field of EEG and its use in medicine and surgery. Emphasis will be place on patient hook up, history taking, and careful handling of patients. Technical principles in actual operation of a laboratory will be introduced in the classroom and applied in the clinical area of EEG.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:
Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:
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NDT: Neuroanatomy
10-525-102
3Credit
54
108
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 108
- Course Number: 10525102
- Credits: 3.00
Explores advanced neuroanatomy of the central and peripheral nervous system. Includes the study of neural tissue, spinal cord, spinal nerves, spinal reflexes, cranial nerves, sensory and motor pathways, higher order functions of the Autonomic Nervous system. Identify roles that each system plays in the field of Neurodiagnostics.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:
Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:
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NDT: Nerve Conduction Studies Basic
10-525-103
3Credit
72
90
- Instructional Hours: 72
- Outside Effort Hours: 90
- Course Number: 10525103
- Credits: 3.00
Credit for Prior Learning Options Available
Introduces the student to the field of NCS and its use in the clinical setting. Emphasis will be placed on Anatomy and Physiology, basic electronics, instrumentation and stimulation, trouble shooting, proper recording techniques and common tests performed.
Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:
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NDT: EEG Advanced
10-525-104
4Credit
108
108
- Instructional Hours: 108
- Outside Effort Hours: 108
- Course Number: 10525104
- Credits: 4.00
Credit for Prior Learning Options Available
Acquire advanced knowledge of EEG findings in neurological diseases. Demonstrate long term epilepsy monitoring, assess meds and treatments for epilepsy, assess and analyze diffuse encephalopathies, organic brain syndromes, dementias and tumors. Assess EEG findings in the neonates.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:
Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:
MEDICAL 10525105 - NDT: Evoked Potentials Basic
MEDICAL 10525107 - NDT: Theory
MEDICAL 10525109 - NDT:Nerve Conduction Study Adv
MEDICAL 10525117 - NDT: Practicum 1
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NDT: Evoked Potentials Basic
10-525-105
2Credit
54
54
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 54
- Course Number: 10525105
- Credits: 2.00
Credit for Prior Learning Options Available
Introduces the fundamentals of evoked potentials including sensory pathways, digital instrumentation, obligate wave forms and technical writing.
Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:
MEDICAL 10525104 - NDT: EEG Advanced
MEDICAL 10525107 - NDT: Theory
MEDICAL 10525109 - NDT:Nerve Conduction Study Adv
MEDICAL 10525117 - NDT: Practicum 1
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NDT: Theory
10-525-107
3Credit
54
108
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 108
- Course Number: 10525107
- Credits: 3.00
Explores the clinical correlates for EEG, NCS and EP. Correlate symptoms of trauma, metabolic/toxic/infectious diseases, demyelinating diseases, congenital/developmental disorders, myopathies, peripheral nerve disorders and more.
Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:
MEDICAL 10525104 - NDT: EEG Advanced
MEDICAL 10525105 - NDT: Evoked Potentials Basic
MEDICAL 10525109 - NDT:Nerve Conduction Study Adv
MEDICAL 10525117 - NDT: Practicum 1
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NDT: Nerve Conduction Study Advanced
10-525-109
3Credit
90
72
- Instructional Hours: 90
- Outside Effort Hours: 72
- Course Number: 10525109
- Credits: 3.00
Credit for Prior Learning Options Available
Acquire advanced knowledge of NCS procedures and takes an in-depth look at the brachial and lumbar plexuses, neuromuscular junction disorders, neurological diseases, repetitive nerve stimulation studies, blink reflexes and less common NCS tests performed.
Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:
MEDICAL 10525104 - NDT: EEG Advanced
MEDICAL 10525105 - NDT: Evoked Potentials Basic
MEDICAL 10525107 - NDT: Theory
MEDICAL 10525117 - NDT: Practicum 1
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NDT: Introduction to Practicum
10-525-116
2Credit
144
0
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 144
- Outside Effort Hours: 0
- Course Number: 10525116
- Credits: 2.00
Observe and understand Neurodiagnostic work-flow in the clinical setting. Students will be able to perform Electroencephalograms (EEG’s) and Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS’s) in the clinical setting. Observe and eventually perform Electroencephalograms (EEG’s) and Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS’s) in a clinical setting with supervision.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:
MEDICAL 10525101 - NDT: EEG Basic (Grade of C or better required)
MEDICAL 10525102 - NDT: Neuroanatomy (Grade of C or better required)
MEDICAL 10525103 - NDT: Nerve Cond Study Basic (Grade of C or better required)
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NDT: Practicum 1
10-525-117
3Credit
216
0
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 216
- Outside Effort Hours: 0
- Course Number: 10525117
- Credits: 3.00
Perform Electroencephalograms (EEG’s) and Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS’s), Evoked Potential (EP’s) and long term monitoring (LTM’s) with direct supervision in the clinical setting.
Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:
MEDICAL 10525104 - NDT: EEG Advanced
MEDICAL 10525105 - NDT: Evoked Potentials Basic
MEDICAL 10525107 - NDT: Theory
MEDICAL 10525109 - NDT: Nerve Conduction Study Adv
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EEG Symposium
10-525-118
1Credit
18
36
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 18
- Outside Effort Hours: 36
- Course Number: 10525118
- Credits: 1.00
Emphasizes reevaluating difficult Electroencephalography (EEG) topics. Students will examine and review areas such as neonates, age-related patterns, EEG pattern recognition (normal and abnormal), filters, polarity and localization, neuro-anatomical structures and clinical correlates.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:
Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:
MEDICAL 10525119 - Intro to IOM
MEDICAL 10525120 - NDT: Practicum 2
MEDICAL 10525121 - Principles of Polysomnography
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Intro to Intraoperative Neuromonitoring
10-525-119
1Credit
18
36
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 18
- Outside Effort Hours: 36
- Course Number: 10525119
- Credits: 1.00
Integrate the fundamentals of clinical Evoked Potentials (EP's) and learn how these are applied during Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IOM).
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:
Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:
MEDICAL 10525118 - EEG Symposium
MEDICAL 10525120 - NDT: Practicum 2
MEDICAL 10525121 - Principles of Polysomnography
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NDT: Practicum 2
10-525-120
5Credit
360
0
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 360
- Outside Effort Hours: 0
- Course Number: 10525120
- Credits: 5.00
Application and performance of skills and knowledge on the techniques of recording quality Electroencephalograms (EEG’s), Polysomnogram (PSG), Long Term Monitoring (LTM), Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS), and Evoked Potentials (EP’s) with minimal supervision in the clinical setting.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:
Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:
MEDICAL 10525118 - EEG Symposium
MEDICAL 10525119 - Intro to IOM
MEDICAL 10525121 - Principles of Polysomnography
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Principles of Polysomnography
10-525-121
2Credit
54
54
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 54
- Course Number: 10525121
- Credits: 2.00
Acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to perform sleep studies, including recording and interpreting events observed during sleep. Treatment of sleep related disorders and discuss the major sleep and arousal disorders based on age-specific criteria.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:
Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:
MEDICAL 10525118 - EEG Symposium
MEDICAL 10525119 - Intro to IOM
MEDICAL 10525120 - NDT: Practicum 2
General Studies
(18 Credits)
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English Composition 1
10-801-136
3Credit
54
108
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 108
- Course Number: 10801136
- Credits: 3.00
Credit for Prior Learning Options Available
Learners develop and apply skills in all aspects of the writing process. Through a variety of learning activities and written documents, learners employ rhetorical strategies, plan, organize and revise content, apply critical reading strategies, locate and evaluate information, integrate and document sources, and apply standardized English language conventions.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:
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Oral/Interpersonal Comm
10-801-196
3Credit
54
108
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 108
- Course Number: 10801196
- Credits: 3.00
Credit for Prior Learning Options Available
Focuses on developing effective listening techniques and verbal and nonverbal communication skills through oral presentation, group activity, and other projects. The study of self, conflict, and cultural contexts will be explored, as well as their impact on communication.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:
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College Technical Math 1A
10-804-113
3Credit
54
108
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 108
- Course Number: 10804113
- Credits: 3.00
Credit for Prior Learning Options Available
Included topics are solving linear equations; graphing; percent; proportions; measurement systems; computational geometry; and right triangle trigonometry. Emphasis will be on the application of skills to technical problems. Successful completion of College Technical Math 1A and College Technical Math 1B is the equivalent of College Technical Math 1.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ANY of the following options:
Accuplacer Algebra 250+ OR HS GPA 2.75+ OR ACT Math 18+ OR MATH 10804133 - Math & Logic OR Algebra Level 1 Coursework
Student is not in progress in Associate Degree, Apprenticeship, or Technical Diploma (31 or 32 level)
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Think Critically & Creatively
10-809-103
3Credit
54
108
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 108
- Course Number: 10809103
- Credits: 3.00
Provides instruction about critical and creative thinking that is in high demand in all occupations. Models, theories, and processes provide the foundation for learning logical thinking strategies. Students will apply a systematic approach to problem solving by analyzing the problem, assessing possible solutions, and making effective decisions. In addition, students will generate ideas and analyze complex issues. This course assists students with developing a critical thinking mindset which is essential at every level of personal and professional life.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:
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Introduction to Diversity Studies
10-809-172
3Credit
54
108
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 108
- Course Number: 10809172
- Credits: 3.00
This course introduces the study of diversity from a local to a global perspective using a holistic, interdisciplinary approach that encourages exploration and prepares students to work in a diverse environment. The course introduces basic diversity concepts, examines the impact of bias and power differentials among groups, explores the use of culturally responsive communication strategies, and compares forces that shape diversity in an international context.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:
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Intro to Psychology
10-809-198
3Credit
54
108
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 108
- Course Number: 10809198
- Credits: 3.00
Credit for Prior Learning Options Available
Focuses on the theoretical foundation of human functioning and looks at learning, motivation, emotions, personality, deviance and pathology, physiological factors and social influences. Students consider the complexities of human relationships in personal, social and vocational settings.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following: