Often, EEG trainees transfer from other hospital jobs, such as licensed practical nurse. Applicants for trainee positions in hospitals need at least a high school diploma, while some hospitals require postsecondary training. Formal postsecondary training is offered in hospitals and community colleges. In 1992, the Joint Review Committee on Education in Electroneurodiagnostic Technology had approved 13 formal programs. Programs usually last from 1 to 2 years and include laboratory experience as well as classroom instruction in human anatomy and physiology, neurology, neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, medical terminology, computer technology, electronics and instrumentation.
Graduates receive associate degrees or certificates.
The American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists awards the credential Registered EEG Technologist to qualified applicants. This board also accredits technologists evoked potentials as Registered Evoked Potential Technologist. Although not generally required for staff level jobs, registration indicates professional competence, and usually is necessary for supervisory or teaching jobs. Technologists should have manual dexterity, good vision, writing skills, an aptitude for working with electronic equipment, and the ability to work with patients as well as with other health personnel. High school courses in health, biology, and mathematics are useful.