Study electroneurodiagnostics (END) – a fascinating field focusing on the inner workings of the brain. Get ready to learn how to record the brain's most intricate electrical activity with EEG and help doctors diagnose strokes, headaches, sleep disorders, and more.
END Technology at Kirkwood is a cooperative program with the world-renowned Department of Neurology at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. It's one of the first programs of its kind in the U.S.
You'll graduate with in-demand skills to work in a hospital, outpatient clinic, or sleep center.
Kirkwood offers more than $3 million in scholarships every year! The Electroneurodiagnostic Technology is eligible for the Kibbie Grant.
The program takes two years to complete, including five semesters (68.5 total credit hours), one of which occurs over the summer.
END courses include:
A one-hour program conference is required prior to acceptance to the program. You'll learn more about the program, specific admissions requirements and have the opportunity to have questions answered by program faculty and staff.
School Year: 2024–2025
Program Entry Semester: Fall (Program utilizes multiple starts dates for students rather than fall or spring semesters specifically.)
| Pre-Reqs | Fall | Spring | Summer | Fall | Spring | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Credit Hours per Semester | 5.5 | 13.5 | 16 | 6 | 15.5 | 12 | 68.5 |
| In-State Tuition | $1,193.50 | $2,929.50 | $3,472 | $1,302 | $3,363.50 | $2,604 | $14,864.50 |
| Technology Fee per Semester | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $300 |
| Clinical Expenses (mileage, lodging, screenings, etc.) | $0 | $788 | $288 | $288 | $288 | $288 | $1,940 |
| Conferences/Seminars | $0 | $0 | $35 | $0 | $0 | $35 | $70 |
| Course Resources (textbooks, software, etc.) | $190 | $750 | $380 | $125 | $170 | $390 | $2,005 |
| Course/Section Fees | $0 | $15 | $10 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $25 |
| Laptop (required devices) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Testing Fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Third Party Credentials | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Tool Sets | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Uniforms | $0 | $75 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $75 |
| Other | $0 | $86 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $86 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $1,433.50 | $4,693.50 | $4,235 | $1,765 | $3,871.50 | $3,367 | $19,365.50 |
Costs provided are estimated and based on the following current tuition rates: $217 (In-State), $290 (Out-of-State), $400 (International).
Fees and costs are subject to change.
To view all costs associated with attending college visit our Tuition and Costs page.
To get into the Electroneurodiagnostic Technology program, you must meet the following additional standards. These steps/requirements are in addition to Kirkwood's steps to become a student.
Students in Kirkwood's Electroneurodiagnostic Technology program are encouraged to join the Kirkwood chapter of HOSA, a global student-led organization exclusively for students enrolled in health science education and biomedical science programs or have interests in pursuing careers in health professions.
HOSA is one of eight recognized members of the National Coordinating Council for Career and Technical Student Organizations (NCC-CTSO). CTSOs are co-curricular groups that help students in career and technical education programs further their knowledge and skills by participating in activities, events, and competitions.
What career could this lead to?
END graduates get great jobs! Our innovative coursework, knowledgeable faculty, and unique partnership with the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics delivers great outcomes for Kirkwood END graduates:
| Year | Number of program graduates |
Number employed after graduation |
Number decided to not pursue END |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| 2022 | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| 2023 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 3-Year Totals | 21 | 20 | 1 |
Program graduates can take the Registry Exam of American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists.
The Electroneurodiagnostic Technology program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation for Education in Neurodiagnostic Technology.
Successful completion of this program leads to a professional licensure or certification. View the state listing guide to identify which Kirkwood program fulfills state guidelines for professional licensure and certification.
Kirkwood’s Electroneurodiagnostic Technology (END) program does not require a R. EEG T. certification to practice as an END technologist in the state of Iowa. Please see the exam tab on the END webpage to learn more about the Registry Exam of American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists that END program graduates can take.
However, licensure is required by the state of Iowa for polysomnography (sleep study). The Registered Polysomnographic Technology (RPSGT) exam is administered by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT).
Students who graduate from Kirkwood’s END program are immediately eligible to sit for either exam.
A passing score on the RPSGT exam will lead to licensure in polysomnography in the state of Iowa. For the class of 2023 (9 students), 1 student opted to take the RPSGT exam due to their decision to work in polysomnography. The pass rate was 100 % (1/1).
Please note that updated pass rate information will be provided when additional data is available.