How to Become a Registered EEG Technologist (R. EEG T.) 🧠
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- Опубліковано 14 жов 2024
- My name is Jared Beckwith, I’m a registered EEG Technologist. In this video I show the four pathways listed by ABRET to qualify to sit for the R. EEG T. board exam. Some pathways require one year of college and some don’t require any college! Thanks for watching, I hope you all learned how to become a registered EEG technologist like myself.
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Jared! I can't find my old comment from a couple months ago (maybe it was on a different account)
but I was talking to you abt a program near me that would take 2 yrs to complete instead of 1. It bummed me out but my local hospitals only look for graduates from there or programs around the same length!
Anyways, I attended a conference and learned more about it. Turns out the instructor is the director of the neurology lab in one of the biggest hospitals here and they regularly hire students part time! That made me super happy to hear. (Study and WORK at your future job?? Thats so coollll)
But I honestly can't thank you enough, I think a year ago I came across this career and there was hardly any useful info on Google so I came on UA-cam and came across your recently uploaded video about your first day on the job, I've watched ever since and I fell in love with this career from afar.
I'm 2 years out of highschool and had no clue what I was going to do, but now Im very confident. I cant wait to start this program :)
Also you're super accurate that 50,000 should be the minimum when you're looking for a job in this career, I've been told the same. However even that number is pretty outdated I believe. :)
Hey I’m glad I could help inspire you to become an EEG tech! It sounds like you’re making great progress toward your goal. If you have any questions during school feel free to reach out. Your support means the world to me!
I started my NDT program in last three week! And we just start measuring the hairy mannequin. Your posting videos are very helpful. Thank you!
Thank you for watching, it sounds like you’re on your way to becoming a great EEG tech!
I cannot stress to you how helpful this video was for me and on a side note congratulations on passing! 😁 🎉
Your feedback gives the the confidence to keep making vids. Thanks 🙏
@@jaredbeckwith You’re welcome! I forgot to add more to my original original reply, but I thought I’d add more through my reply! 😊 I plan on pursuing a career as an EEG technician once I’m done with high school and I’ve got to say I’ve learned so much already from your channel alone. I got done watching your video over measurement of the head and as someone who’s always struggled with measurements and math you explained it so perfectly. Definitely referencing your videos in the near future as I go through my journey to becoming an EEG technician. Also side note if you’re able to, could you do more video break downs of brain waves? They’re very entertaining and informal!
I wish I would have started EEG right out of high school. I’ll definitely make more vids explaining the brain waves 😄
I just started my NDT program this week! Thank you for posting these videos they are very helpful!
Hi Sarah thanks for your feedback! If you have any questions during your program, feel free to reach out I’m happy to teach you 😊
@@jaredbeckwith Thank you! That means a lot. I’m sure I’ll have lots of questions. I got my self a styrofoam head Monday so I started practicing my measurements. I’m a little stressed out about that already but it’s only been the first week so hopefully I’ll get better! Any study tips would be great! 😊
@@sarahconway7248 I know it can feel a little overwhelming in the beginning. Once you learn how to measure correctly, I would start timing yourself. You’ll get faster and faster & will be prepared to do it on a real patient soon!
@@jaredbeckwith I’ll start doing that, thank you! Can’t wait to see more vids!
Let me know if you guys have any questions on how to become an EEG tech!
Hi Jared! First off wanna say congrats ! And I really appreciate all the info you share with your progress in the field. I just took the test on December 2nd and unfortunately I didn’t pass, I used pathway 4 it was my first time taking it and I took a an online course through trusted neuro academy “ Larry head” and also utilized the practice exam from aset, I was scoring super high in them but I know I don’t test well and I’m going to take it again I just really want to nail it this time. That $700 hurt lol with me not passing. You have given much helpful info and I really appreciate it. If you you have any info for me while going for my 2nd attempt it would be so much appreciated. I really want to be successful in this. Thanks so much again Jared.
Hi Jeff, thanks for reaching out. I think part of your problem is a limiting belief saying “I know I don’t test well.” The first step to passing is believing you can! In a month, ABRET will send you more details about the exam and show what areas you scored the worst. I would study relentlessly whatever you scored the worst on. If you do that, I believe the next time you take the test you will pass. The question is, do you believe? Good luck my friend!
Thanks so much Jared! You are right ! I do believe and I will be awaiting my final results and I’m going to pass this exam! Thanks again Jared. Be well and enjoy your holiday season. I’ll keep you posted on my progress.
@@jeffjackson2098 Jeff, Did you use the Aset practice exam or Abrets ASAP practice exam? Just curious, my daughter is studying now to take the test.
I used the Abret ASAP “ official exam prep tool for Abret certification exam”
Thank you so much for providing information!! Really looking into becoming an EEG tech just don’t know where to start 😢
It’s a great career! Here is a list of all EEG schools: www.aset.org/neurodiagnostic-schools/
At the bottom of the list there are distance learning programs, that’s what I did since none were near me. The school should help you get connected with a local hospital in your area to do training 2x a week.
@@imjustagirl9756 laboure and institute of health sciences both have good distance programs
Hi Jared, I’ve been a follower since the beginning of my EEG Tech journey. I’m at a point where I want to become registered I have well over 100 documented studies. I’ve heard since in Florida that it’s not mandatory to become registered but I rather have the security to know my worth at new job opportunities.
I didn’t negotiate my first contract at my current hospital so I’m under paid but picked up a ton of experience.
My question to you is what pathway did you choose. Maybe I missed you mentioning it in your video. And also to take the exam was it somewhere local, online ?
I appreciate the help you have been contributing to the neuro diagnostic techs. Also big congratulations on your journey and software development. Hope this comment continues to contribute to the fire in you to help others.
I did the pathway with 1 year college. Once you submit all your info and documented EEGs to ABRET, they will give you a list of local testing centers.
Even though it’s not required to be registered, I think it’s a good idea so you’ll have more job opportunities (travel, remote, etc.) and easier to negotiate salary.
Thanks for your kind words, I hope you do great on your exam!!
First, CONGRATULATIONS on passing the exam! Second, Thank you so much for this video! I’ve been wanting to learn more about becoming a EEG Technologist. Does the 6 month EEG certification program count as schooling? I really don’t want to have to go back to college for an associates degree. Also, do colleges that offer EKG tech program also have the EEG program? I’ve been having a bit of a difficult time finding info on it.
Thanks, I can teach you how to be an EEG tech. It’s 12 months the one I did.
Here’s a list of all EEG schools: www.aset.org/neurodiagnostic-schools/
I did a distance program since none were close to me.
Im currently reviewing for Abret exam..thanks for this info!
Thanks so much for sharing your insight! 💪🧠
Appreciate the love my friend!
Thank you, I never thought of this until I saw your video, It sounds interesting.
What school do you recommend im in NYC .
Thanks and congratulations
Here’s a list of all schools. None in New York, but a few distance programs that will connect you with a local NY hospital: www.aset.org/neurodiagnostic-schools-2023/
Very informative video, question? can you recommend where I can take 1 year program here in the Bay Area San Francisco?
Thank you very much sir, i like your friendly nature.
I’m happy you like my videos!
Great informative video, thank you. so Is a six months EEG program is under one of these 4 pathways?
I don’t know any that are 6 months, but there are some that are 1-2 years
The one time I commented one of your videos I had just gotten excepted into a Neurodiagnostic program in San Diego,ca. I about now 3 weeks away from graduating with an Associates and Certificate in my Neurodiagnostic Program. Your videos are helpful and thank you for that!
I just wanted to ask your opinion on something. I go to school in San Diego but I live 2 hours away in an area where EEG doesn't actually exist in any hospital or clinic, so no jobs in my area. Besides San Diego, the closest place where they do EEGS is in the Palm Springs area, which is about an hour and a half away. I had my mind made up that wherever I worked I was going to have to commute for awhile until I could afford a place close to where I work. My instructors had advised that I try going up to Neurologists in my area to see if they were interested in EEG and if they needed a tech for. I don't if EEG doesn't exist in my area because there is no demand or if Neurologists in my area simply have no experience with it. I also don't if Neurologists just hire people like that or if you ever heard of techs just having their own hustle like that. If you were in my shoes what would you do?
In my experience I have known multiple neurologists who would like to hire an EEG tech, but can’t find one. Not all neurologists specialize in EEG, so you’ll have to reach out to a lot of doctors. If that doesn’t work, you can apply to a company called Corticare that might do in-home studies around your area. If that doesn’t work, you can look into moving or taking a travel EEG contract. Since there’s a low supply of people properly trained in EEG, you’ll always be able to find a job if you try hard enough. Don’t procrastinate, and start applying now so you’ll have at least one offer by graduation. Congrats on finishing your program & I wish you a great career Christian!
@@jaredbeckwith I will take all that into account. Thank you so much !
@@christiancoronado929 hi! Just found this video because I’m interested in becoming an EEG tech. I’m also in the San Diego area, may I ask what school you had attended? & how do you like it?
@Molida Chhorm hey! I went to Mesa College. We were the first cohort and they have the second going right now. Honesty I really enjoyed the program. You spend about six months in lab practicing measurements and hooking up electrodes before you ever go into clinicals, so you already have the foundation. You get to work with the 3 different types of EEG machines (Cadwell, Natus, Nihon Kohden) The instructors are all very nice. I never had an issue with any of them. All the techs I worked with in clinical were very supportive and patient with me while I improved my skills. All the lecture courses were online, so you only had to show up for lab, which made it flexible for my schedule with work. So overall, great experience for me.
@@christiancoronado929 omg thank you!!! I’ll probably look into Mesa then since it isn’t too far! Thank you sooo much
Hi Jared. Thank you for posting this video. I'm now thinking of becoming an EEG Tech. I have an associate degree in general studies where I did anatomy and physiology 1&2, medical terminology, and general biology. What would your advice to me be regarding entering this future with what I currently have? Thanks in advance.
You can go to a 1 year EEG program with in person clinical training at a hospital near you. Usually the college will help secure you the clinical site. List of all schools including remote: www.aset.org/neurodiagnostic-schools-2023/
I saw some videos to u talking about the machine learning hope u are doing well with it
And I have a qstn if u don't mind where did u start is it with Andrew Ng or other resources??? And thanks 🙏👍
I am doing well, we are training our first seizure detection model today! If you want to get started, Andrew Ng and Lex Fridman from MIT are good people to learn from. For your first AI project google “MNIST dataset.” This project has a lot of tutorials showing how to teach AI to recognize handwritten digits. After that, you can move on to something more difficult.
@@jaredbeckwith thanks dude appreciate 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
This is SUPER helpful! thank you. Im a CMA, Looking into EEG tech, I came across institute of Health sciences program. I saw they are recognized but i want to make sure to get all education so I dont have to go back. also have you heard any good things from anyone who went there? thank you for any tips.
Hey Karina, thanks for watching. EEG tech is a great career! That is one of multiple schools that would work. Here is the full list to choose from: www.aset.org/neurodiagnostic-schools/
I will like to travel to Canada and becoming an EEG Tech is one of my dreams. Are they schools you recommend I go the to study? Please I really need advice.
Interesting in Quebec we are Technologue in Electrophysiology medical. So we can do EEG, ECG, EMG, Polysomno etc. But it's only in the province of Quebec
Pretty cool! I think it would be fun doing all those different tests, but difficult to be an expert in all of them.
Thank you for the information! I graduated with my AAS few years ago. Would I look into pathway III?? I am in Texas.
Yeah you should ideally go for pathway III if you have associates. You’d have to teach yourself how to measure a head and all the electrode names beforehand. If you can’t find a hospital to work at, you can do pathway 1 but it will cost money and time at school 12 months.
@@jaredbeckwith thank you!
hello. I watched your passionate and great video. Curiously, I live in an Asian country where English is not spoken. I work full-time at a university hospital. Experience spans over 10 years. I hope for R.EEG.T. Can you tell me which one I should choose for the EEG Exam?thanks.
I think you should choose pathway IV since you have the required 5 years of experience
Hi Jared Beckwith,
thanks for posting this useful video. one technical question. suppose you only connect one electrode on the head and another as a reference near the ear. instead of connecting the other ends of those electrodes to the EEG device, what if you connect to a sensitive nano or micro voltmeter, can we get any digital value for the voltage (not a wave pattern)? please reply soon. thank you. ramesh
If you want to record the voltage of the brain with a scalp electrode it will be in microvolts. A typical voltage you’ll see is between 30uV-150uV.
@@jaredbeckwith
thanks a lot for your prompt reply. it means one can measure the signals in micro volts. thank you. ramesh from FL.
No problem, I am glad to help!
Jared, which school did you choose and why? I’m trying to decide between Institute of Health Sciences and Laboure . I appreciate any advice you may have. Thanks !
They’re both 12 months and will get you ready for EEG board exam. I would talk to them both and see which one can help you secure a clinical site closest to you.
Hi, congrats! Heard in your video that you dont have to be registered to be paid as an EEG tech. Does that mean I can work as an EEG Tech without having to be registered? Where do I find the rules for the same in the stat of Texas? Thank you.
Yeah it’s correct you don’t have to be registered to be paid. Your only problem will be it’s hard to get your foot in the door with no experience.
@@jaredbeckwith You are awesome! Thank you for the quick reply. If the facility is willing to train, will it be good enough to be the EEG tech for all clients for all insurance carriers? Or does the insurance carriers require me to be a registered tech to see their clients and the facility to bill for them?
@@TheKindrobI know great EEG techs who have been in the field 10 years and never got registered. It’s not necessary, but very helpful to get interviews and job offers.
Hey Jared, I started my NDT program but I’m having trouble reading the EEG graphs. Any tips on them?
First get used to counting the waves per second at O1/O2 with the patient’s eyes closed and relaxed. The only way to get better is to ask your coworkers questions, or read textbooks. Exposing yourself to more labeled examples is what will allow you to improve. I also have videos where I review EEGs on my channel which I think will be helpful. Don’t stress out too much, it takes years to get perfect at reading EEG & it’s really the doctor’s responsibility.
Hello, do you know schools in california sacramento? I love to know. And thank you for your work for this Chanel
Here is the list of schools: www.aset.org/neurodiagnostic-schools/
At the bottom if the list it has remote programs where you can do online college and in-person at a local hospital if the California programs are not nearby. Thanks for watching my vids!
@@jaredbeckwith I don't know why I have so hard time to find any :( even online
Can you please help me to find hospital to work when preparing for exam .as I'm international medical graduate with diploma in clinical neurophysiology.
I saw that you were a EEG TECH I was wondering if you went to a program forEEG or you went to college
Because I saw that you needed a associate degree in applied science I was wonder if this was true and sorry for so many questions but how did it go for you. If I get my degree would I just need clinical hours in order to get my license or do I need to do the eeg program as well Thank you
Here is a good list of schools, some are online: www.aset.org/neurodiagnostic-schools/
The school will connect you with a hospital in your area for clinical hours. It only takes 1 year to become registered in EEG.
@@jaredbeckwith so if I finish my associate degree in applied sciences I would still need to do the eeg program? Or can I just get clinical hours and then I’ll get licensed
If you have associates already you just need one year clinical hours.
@@jaredbeckwith okay thank you so much do I just contact a eeg tech in my area
Is this something that requires you to be good at math, for as far as the education and job goes ? I’m interested in this. However, math was my worst subject in high school so I’m wondering if it’s worth trying to pursue or not .
There is no advanced math or calculus involved. Here’s a short video I made on the topic ua-cam.com/users/shortsoTgmCkFm1gY?si=2aT045myEzcE42PS
@@jaredbeckwith Thank you, I’ll check it out
Thanks! I'm about to complete my BS Neurophysiology Degree from Pakistan.... Which pathway should I follow?
I think pathway III since you will have a degree.
@@jaredbeckwith I did clinic rotation alone with degree in teaching hospitals during degree. But I don't have Post graduate experience. is that necessary for pathway 3?
It says the average pay in MI is 93k... would that be after a number of years? Because that's a big jump from 50k. I'm looking at maybe going to school for this...
You’d make a minimum $50k starting after 1 year of college, and can make $100k as a travel EEG tech after 2 years experience. It’s a great career to go into
Appreciate it! Hi is there a difference between EEG technician Vs Neurophysiologists?
Thanks for watching! I think neurophysiologist refers to a neurologist doctor.
@@jaredbeckwith Ok. Can the pay scale increase?
@@waynegomillion4976 EEG tech can make like $50k starting. Makes more when you’re experienced and can do travel contracts.
Hi Jared. There is a one year eeg program in my state that I'm interested in. But they have only the clinical part and not the theoretical part. So they recommend me to take 3 ASET cources to pass the ABRET exam. What is your opinion?
Yeah you can do the ASET courses if required and study my videos to pass the board exam no problem
Thank you very much Jared. Do you think it will be better to find a school that has both parts, to be better prepared for the ABRET exam?
@anastasiakael1850 I think the one in your state will be fine as long as you ask a lot of questions to the people teaching you in clinicals & study.
Thank you))
And also thank you for your channel, it is really helpful and inspiring!!!
Hello sir. I have a couple of questions on what’s the best path. From my understanding you became an NDT first and then moved up? Is it easier doing it that way or just biting the bullet and do the two years version.
I did 1 year EEG college and then took the exam to get registered. I think that method works best because the college connects you with a hospital to train at.
Thank you!!. Another question by college you mean working at one of the credited hospitals in the handbook?
@@emperor_preme5114 here’s a list of all schools. At the bottom it also has online programs that connect you with hospital too: www.aset.org/neurodiagnostic-schools-2023/
Is there any books you can recommend for me to start reading before school starts.
Do you also know any books or online I have do practice quizzes also. Thank you sooo much for helping me during this journey. I really appreciate you
What tips would you recommend for preparing for boards?
@@clearedhot6146 I’d do a little studying maybe an hour a day on things you’re not confident in. It’s better to study a little bit every day instead of trying to cram and memorize everything the week before. If there’s anything you don’t understand, I’m happy to make a video to help. Best of luck to you!
@@jaredbeckwith Cool, I'm gonna subscribe and will keep in touch.
I am Sri Lankan ( Asian) EEG Technician with 20 years Government hospital experience and 1 year diploma holder. What is the short and quick path to be A REEGT
I would look into pathway IV since you already have the required 5 years hospital experience. I think that is your best pathway to become REEGT.
I am Sri Lankan trainee EEG technician with 2 year ENDT higher national diploma holder.As a student what is the pathway to do ABRET EEG exam ?
I would send an email to ABRET on their website get clarification since you are from Sri Lanka
Hi I’m interested in becoming an EEG Technician but I cannot find a school that offers the program in Georgia? Do you know of any online courses?
@@bbbabytinker1 I can teach you how to become an EEG technologist remotely. My program starts in September. To sign up, pre order my EEG machine @ aioneeg.com. You can contact me any time while learning if you need help.
@@jaredbeckwith😢 I can’t afford it at the moment, I wish.
@@bbbabytinker1 No worries, you don’t need the EEG machine to practice with until you’ve learned the electrode names and know how to measure. Here’s some videos to get started free:
First learn 10-20 system electrode names: ua-cam.com/video/7dCiBzlCjKc/v-deo.html
Then learn how to measure a patient: ua-cam.com/video/t3BcWa43H2w/v-deo.html
Here’s some extra tips after you learn the basics of measuring: ua-cam.com/video/OIhN-i1ZGCI/v-deo.html
Jared I have a masters degree but not in a medical field. I was a teacher. Do I get any credit for my degrees? I just got offered a job as a traveling EEG technician. So what else do I need to do to be a EEG technologist ?
You don’t need any degree to work as EEG tech. You can use your degree to become registered after a year with pathway III. You don’t need to be registered to work, but it’s easier to find a job. With more experience, you may be able to get a management position in the future because you have a masters. Good luck on your travel job!
How can i apply for registerd IONM Technologist and what is the syllabus for this
Hi Jared I work as a ER tech wondering how do I get started as an EEG tech do I do schooling first or do I try to find a job at the hospital I work at? Wondering if they hire without schooling thank you for this video.
@@omar403o7 I have friends who skipped EEG college and trained themselves. The first steps are to learn the 10-20 system electrode sites, and learn to measure a head. If you submit your email on my website I can send you a free step-by-step guide to become an EEG tech @ aioneeg.com
I can check your measurements and give feedback if you email me jared@aioneeg.com. Teaching yourself should save $10k+ in student loans, and the wasted time not getting paid as a student.
I'm currently studying physiology but want to become a NDT
Please can you tell me the steps and processes
You have to stop studying physiology and go to EEG school for a year. Here’s a list of all colleges with remote at the bottom: www.aset.org/neurodiagnostic-schools-2023/
Can you please tel me Wich pathway goes for me and if i need to go to college.i'm international medical graduate with experience in performing EEG and EMG with diploma in clinical neurophysiology ???
If you already have EEG experience and a diploma in clinical neurophysiology, you don’t need more college.
How do you go from certified to registered? Would that just be the documentation of 100 eeg’s?
Any of the 4 pathways allow you to take the registry exam. Some have college required and some don’t: abret.org/apply/eeg/
Thank You
I have a AA in Education
how can I move into this career?
First learn the 10-20 system measurements, then you have to find a hospital to train you. If you can’t find one, you can do a 1 year college program that will connect you with a hospital.
Hello, I recently came across your channel..
I have tons of questions to ask you but don't know how to reach you.
Hello, I read my UA-cam comments or you can email me jared@aioneeg.com
Hey I’m currently looking forward to attend pathway number 2 which the non caahep formal NDT program because it’s cheaper. How do i get my documentation of 100 EEGs? Is it through clinical? Or after my certification?
You have your clinical supervisor sign off that you did 100 EEGs. Here is the form to document them: abret.org/files/8614/7507/5986/EEG-Documentation-Form-2015.pdf
@@jaredbeckwith thanks for answering and also does it affect jobs opportunities and salary in the future if I don’t go to a accredited school or pathway 1
As long as you’re board registered, nobody really cares what school you went to. It would only be harder to get a job if you didn’t pass the board exam.
Hi Jared, does this job requires long standing hours ?
It takes at least 30 mins standing to measure a patient and put on all the wires. I sit down while the study is running for 30 mins. I’d say the day is about half standing and half sitting.
Hey Jared I work full time and can’t afford to work part time.. quick question how many days do you go to school in a week to become EEG TECH? .. what is the schooling like how many hours you spend in school and if you don’t mind me asking which state you went to school in. I live in Florida and I’m currently looking for school to go to to become an EEG TECH please if you are able to answer that will help a lot.
Here is a list of EEG schools: www.aset.org/neurodiagnostic-schools/
Scroll down to bottom where there are distance learning online programs. You would have to go to a hospital 2 days a week for 8 hours and the rest online school. It’s a one year program, I had to live with my parents to do it.
Do you think this method would work without any prior EEG schooling ?
I am am EEG tech who got on the job training. I want to become registered. I don’t have any EEG school back round.
Do you think if I did this method in the video I can still pass the test ?
Yes I know people who passed the test and didn’t go to EEG college. I’ll try to make more videos to help you pass!
Tips on measuring would be awesome ! The measurement portion is super intimidating to me
i'm certified EEG, NCV, EP's technologist from India. I wanted to apply for a job in the USA for the same . is that necessary to do a certified course in the US too ?
If you already have experience, you should be able to get a job without any school in USA
@@jaredbeckwith Then how should i apply for the same ?
Hi. I want to become a EEG tech. I have associate in medical assisting. What are my next steps to become a tech?
Here is list of all EEG schools: www.aset.org/neurodiagnostic-schools/
Pick a college close to you, or choose a distance learning one like I did. The college will help connect you with a hospital in the area for clinical training. Pick a 12 month program and you’ll be a registered EEG tech in no time!
Hi. I'm from Guam U.S. A small island in the pacific. Going off island is not an option.
can you help me find a program near me i just dont understand which maryland community colleges has one i live in the 21009
Here is a list of all EEG colleges. At the bottom it also has remote distance programs if none are near you. I suggest picking one that is 12 months: www.aset.org/neurodiagnostic-schools-2023/
Hey I was wondering if I needed to go to a eeg program even though I already have a associate of science degree or does that degree not work? I read too that if I have a degree you just need 1 year of eeg clinicals is this true
Yes it’s true there is a pathway to be registered in EEG with any associates degree and 1 year of EEG clinicals.
Hi Jared. If i may ask. Which country are you based in?
Hello, I live in USA. Thanks for watching!
What about a neurobiology student (Master 2 ) ? what do i need to start this job ?
If you have at least an associates degree, you should do pathway III to get registered. In order to get a job, you have to know how to measure a head for an EEG (10-20 system). If you show basic EEG knowledge, you’ll have a better chance of a hospital hiring you. If that doesn’t work, you can do EEG college for 12 months, and they’ll connect you with a hospital to train at.
@@jaredbeckwith thank you so much , that was so helpful
Do eeg tech make more money then sleep tech?
@@mrstj7431 I’m not exactly sure how much sleep techs make, it’s probably similar though. I’d choose based on if you’re more interested in sleep studies or seizure monitoring (EEG).
Do you have to work for free after you've completed the one year program to gain experience?
What school did you go to?
After finishing your 1 year program, the clinical site will give you a full job offer. Here is a list of schools: www.aset.org/neurodiagnostic-schools/
@@jaredbeckwith thank you.
@jaredbeckwith what school from this list did you go to?
I picked one of the distance learning programs at the bottom. Any one will work. Pick whatever one that can help you get a clinical site
@jaredbeckwith that's the thing, if they help you find a hospital where to practice, it would be excellent, but if it's my responsibility to find a place, it could be hard. I actually live close to one of the colleges in the list, but I'd rather take online courses.
I'm going to hopefully do pathway 1 or 3. When it says 50 EEGs required, when do you do them if you're not certified?
Do you earn an associates from the 1-2 year "programs" or just the knowledge in order to take the exam?
I'd prefer to get my associates (a life fulfillment thing for me plus maybe higher pay?) but the closest college is far. Do you think this would be a waste of time opposed to doing i.e. Laboure online classes?
Thanks, sorry it's so wordy
1. You technically don’t need to be certified to do an EEG. Being board registered only gives better job security and small pay raise.
2. The 1-2 year programs give a certificate but not associates. Although there are a few colleges that will give you credit towards a associates/bachelors degree from your EEG credentials.
3. I think getting an associates is a waste of time and will not get you any extra pay in this field. There are many accomplished EEG techs who never did any college. In my opinion it only makes sense to work towards associates/bachelors if you plan to manage an EEG lab one day.
@@jaredbeckwith thanks for the info. Rephrasing my 1st question, do you recommend getting certified before looking for a job? If yes, when do I get the opportunity to do the 50 EEGs? Clinical studies?
How is the program at laboure? As in how intense is the education/studying portion? Having ADHD and other issues I'm worried cramming it all into 1 year I won't be able to do
Thanks
Some hospital might hire you without any college if you can prove that you know how to measure and mark a head with the 10-20 system. That might be a little difficult, so a good backup plan is a college that will help you secure a clinical site to teach you. You do online classes and 2 days a week at a local hospital. As long as you don’t have another job, the online college programs are completely doable.
@@jaredbeckwith big thanks. Eyeing in on laboure and institute of health services.
Question what if You work at neurology at PVT practice .
The routine EEGs at a neurology office count toward experience as well.
@@jaredbeckwith thank you Very helpful. I’m going for my R.EEG .
is there any math you use daily basis its my weakest subject and Im worried
The only math we use on a daily basis is when measuring a patient’s head. You need to be able to calculate 10% and 20% of numbers.
For example, 10% of 34 is 3.4. After enough experience, you will end up memorizing a lot of the measurements. This is because most people’s heads are similar sizes. I can make a video on the math to help as well. Don’t let it intimidate you 😊
thank you and yess please!!!
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How can you get certified as a Nigerian
Hopefully I’ll get mine registry by the end of fall!?
I’m excited for you man! Good luck 👍
What is the 10-20 System.
First learn 10-20 system electrode names: ua-cam.com/video/7dCiBzlCjKc/v-deo.html
Then learn how to measure a patient: ua-cam.com/video/t3BcWa43H2w/v-deo.html
Here’s some extra tips after you learn the basics of measuring: ua-cam.com/video/OIhN-i1ZGCI/v-deo.html
How many EEG’s do you perform in an 8hr shift?
Between 3-5 over a 12 hour shift depending on if it’s busy at the hospital
Good evening sir. I m from india sir can i get registered for abret from here. If yes then what i had to do
I think they may have ways for international students to become registered. I would go to ABRET website and send them an email. I’m happy to help you learn EEG
@@jaredbeckwith sir i have already done bsc medical technology and now working as a neurotechnecian from last 2 years so now I want to get regesteted for abret.
@@jaredbeckwith can u please share me email
Can i become an R. EEG T.? I'm from Philippines. Thanks
I think there are a few international people with REEGT. You can still do the job without the credential though. The hardest part will be finding a hospital nearby that will train you.
Sir iam a eeg technician in india how will I come to abroad please give me information I want to do job in abroad ..
Hey sorry I’m not sure how that process works.
I would like to know the average pay
In Florida at least $50k to start, maximum about $100k with experience doing travel contracts
@@jaredbeckwith thank you this helps a lot..
as I have green card ,I found that your vedeos are very helpful for me.
Do you this this will be phased out by AI
Possibly the reading of the EEG waveforms will be done by Ai in a decade. That won’t matter much for us because reading the EEG is the neurologist’s responsibility. I think EEG techs will always have a job hooking up wires to patients. Good question!
Can you be my teacher?
Sure, I’ll send you my software and 15 eeg examples if you put your email in my website aioneeg.com
Can you teach one?
I can teach you all about EEG in my videos for free. I’m happy to help with any questions you have while learning
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