RST Certification
As the practice of sleep medicine evolves with new technologies and policies, there is an increased need for trained sleep technologists who have demonstrated knowledge and aptitude in a clinical setting. The Sleep Technologist Registry Examination is intended to certify that successful candidates have the minimum competencies required to effectively perform the job requirements for a sleep technologist.
Exam Overview
The Registered Sleep Technologist Examination is a computer-based, multiple-choice examination administered at a testing center or at your home or office. The exam consists of 150 questions, with four hours allotted for completion. The examination tests candidates’ general body of knowledge in sleep technology in the following sleep-related domains of practice:
- Gathering and analyzing patient information
- Testing preparation procedures
- Sleep study procedures
- Sleep study record scoring
- Service management and professional issues
2019 Sleep Technologist Registry Exam Dates
| Application Deadline | Examination Date |
| January 18, 2019 | February 1 – 22, 2019 |
| March 22, 2019 | April 12 – May 3, 2019 |
| July 12, 2019 | July 26 – August 16, 2019 |
| September 20, 2019 | October 11 – November 1, 2019 |
Learn more about the Registered Sleep Technologist (RST) examination.
- Requirements to sit for the exam
- Exam Application
- Find a Testing Center
- NEW Online Proctored Examination option
- Sleep Technologist Registry Exam Suggested Reading List
- Sleep Scoring Proficiency Exam
- Appropriate use of the RST credential
The Registered Sleep Technologist Examination is not accredited by the National Commission on Certifying Agencies (NCCA). Some state licensing board and employers require that the registry examination you sit for be accredited by the NCCA. Before submitting your application, we highly recommend that you ensure that your state licensing board (if applicable) and your employer will accept the Registered Sleep Technologist credential.
The ABSM is currently exploring NCCA accreditation for the Registered Sleep Technologist Examination.