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Earning your R.NCS.T. is a straightforward process when you know what’s required. This page walks you through eligibility, the documentation you’ll need to gather, and upcoming exam dates — step by step, so nothing gets overlooked.

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Eligibility Requirements

In addition to the eligibility requirements listed below it is recommended that the candidate:

Experience

Has received education through an Accredited Neurodiagnostic Technology program and/or have at least six months’ experience involving training in both practical applications and theory directly related to Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS).

Study Resources

Download and review the AAET Examination Handbook. AAET also strongly recommends purchasing study materials such as the AAET Workbook, Practice Exam, and AAET Flashcards.

Documents Needed for Application

Candidates are required to provide the following supporting documentation with submission of the AAET National Registry Examination for Nerve Conduction Studies. The application will let you upload each file as you go.

Option A or B

and

Pathway 1 & 2

and

Required Documentation

Option A

AAET Attestation Statement signed by the supervising physician attesting that the technologist is not performing invasive (needle) examinations and that the physician is responsible for interpreting the data.

OR

Option B

A copy of the certificate for the superseding active board certification which allows EMG and interpretation as stated by your state and regional guidelines.

Along With

Pathway 1

1 year of experience and proof of 100 patient encounters

Or

1 year of experience and 30 AAET CEU’s*. For the purposes of AAET registration, a patient encounter is defined as an individual patient visit. Use this form to submit documentation of patients.

Pathway 2

NDT CAAHEP graduate and proof of performance of 100 patient encounters

Or

NDT CAAHEP graduate and 30 AAET CEU’s*.

Additional required documentation for all pathways:

A copy of certification card for Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider under the American Heart Association.

Complete and file the application for the AAET National Registry Examination for Nerve Conduction Studies.

Pay $650 by credit card.

A candidate may sit for the AAET R.NCS.T examination after receiving confirmation of supporting documentation and payment.

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Upcoming Written Exams

Plan ahead and watch application deadlines closely. Each testing window has a cutoff several weeks in advance. Browse upcoming dates so you don’t miss it.

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