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APT NewZzzPublication of the Association of Polysomnographic Technologists • 2006, Volume 15, Number 4 • www.aptweb.orgPresident’s MessageBY CYNTHIA MATTICE, MS, RPSGTProviding, Preserving and Promoting theSleep Technology ProfessionAs this year comes to a close, it is a great time to reflect on all that theAssociation of Polysomnographic Technologists (APT) has accomplished tomeet the needs of our members and to look to the future of our profession.Name Change, Bylaws and Articles ofIncorporationI am pleased to announce that ballots are in! Representing thelargest number of responses in the history of the organization, 612members voted to accept the name change from the Association ofPolysomnographic Technologists to the American Association of SleepTechnologists. The revisions to the Bylaws and amendments to theArticles of Incorporation were also accepted. Thank you once again forproviding your input and participating in this important process. Over thecoming months, additional information about transitioning to the newname of our association will be published in A2Zzz Magazine, listed inthe APT Member Update as well as posted on the APT Web site.A Successful 2006 Because of YouThe APT continues to provide the Sleep Technology Profession with aunified voice that represents more than 2,900 polysomnographic technologistsacross the United States. This is possible because of the supportfrom each of you as APT members, the leadership of your Board ofDirectors, and the valuable work of committee members. A heartfelt“thank you” to each member for the countless hours you dedicated to theAPT and the valuable contributions you made to the organization.Highlights of Our YearThe APT is committed to providing educational programs that broadenour knowledge, advocating on behalf of its members to protect theprofession and creating professional standards that ensure quality care.The APT took action this past year to accomplish its mission and toenhance educational goals.The APT continued collaboration with the Board of RegisteredPolysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) and the American Academy ofSleep Medicine (AASM) to advance sleep technology to make certain thatenough well-trained technologists are available to meet current as well asexpected growth of the field. Let’s take a look at how the national educationalstandards for our profession, formal educational programs, on-going4training and certification requirementshave shaped our profession in 2006.The Continuing Education Credit (CEC)Program has been expanded to meet theneeds of sleep technologists by addingCECs for reading A2Zzz Magazine,Computer Based Learning Activities, InServices/Case Conferences and SingleLectures. To meet BRPT recertification APT President Cynthia Matticerequirements the APT is pleased to reporta two-fold growth in 2006 with 284 educational programs requesting andawarded APT CECs as compared to 130 in 2005. Check www.aptweb.orgfor a list of educational opportunities granting APT CECs near you.The Committee on Accreditation for Polysomnographic TechnologyEducation (CoA PSG) has received 13 requests for accreditation. Twoeducational programs have now been accredited by the Commission onAccreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and a thirdhas been recommended for accreditation during CAAHEP’s November2006 meeting. To view the listing of these programs visit www.caahep.org/programs.aspx.The Accredited Sleep Technologist EducationProgram (A-STEP) provides for standardized entry level training and hasaccredited 16 programs (www.aasmnet.org/ASTEP/Providers.aspx). Inaddition, the APT Textbook is near completion. It is anticipated that ourtextbook will be available for sale at the APT Annual Meeting inMinneapolis, MN (June 10-13, 2007).As you can see, there are many exciting developments and opportunitiesfor education of sleep technologists. With your ongoing support,the APT will continue to work on your behalf to advance our professionand provide you with the latest educational products and courses.The Value of APT MembershipOur profession is unique because of the multidisciplinary nature of apolysomnographic technologist. It is this diverse membership that makesus a strong, vital professional membership association. For less than$10 per month each of you as an APT member are investing in your professionaldevelopment and the future of your career as well as ensuringthe vitality of sleep technology. You can realize the value of investing inour career through membership in the APT.Members receive several tools and resources to support continuedprofessional development. These benefits include A2Zzz Magazine, animportant resource for your career development; online forum, anavenue for members to ask questions, exchange ideas and discussissues facing our profession; and important e-mail updates on issuesand trends that affect our professional environment. Members also benefitfrom educational programs that keep them abreast of new trendsand practices in the field and educational products that enhance theirknowledge of sleep technology — all at discounted prices.Grow Your Profession by Giving BackI challenge you to join APT’s growing ranks and get involved withshaping your career! There are many ways to broaden your involvement➟
APT NewZzzPublication of the Association of Polysomnographic Technologists • 2006, Volume 15, Number 4 • www.aptweb.orgin the APT. Choosing APT membership provides you the support youneed to make a commitment to be a lifelong learner.As a member, you can volunteer to serve as a committee memberand be part of a team that provides input and recommendations toadvance our profession. The diversity of committee members is integralin providing fresh perspectives, fulfilling the mandate of the committee,and contributing to the overall strength of the APT. If you are interestedin participating as a committee member, look for information in thisissue about the 2007 Call for Volunteers. Being a volunteer is a wonderfulway to be actively engaged in your profession.Volunteer membership organizations rely on members’ commitmentof both time and expertise at not only the national level, but also locally inyour state, region or health care organization. To recognize the individualmembers for their contributions to the profession, the APT has establishedthe Awards Nomination process. I encourage you to recognize theaccomplishments of your peers by nominating them for an APT Award.Additional information on the 2007 APT Award Nominations will be availableon the APT Web site (www.APTWeb.org) in December 2006.You will find many interesting facts and tidbits in this edition of A2ZzzMagazine. I hope you will enjoy reading the articles from cover to coveras I do and I know you learn something new with every issue and it is agreat way to get those CECs!I am proud of the APT and its members and know we are moving ina direction that will benefit each of you as a member and a provider ofsleep technology services. The APT Board of Directors welcomes inputfrom its members. Let me know if you have questions or ideas to pro-NewZzzAPTpose, just take a few minutes to submit them to aptaction@aptweb.org.The FUTURE IS YOURS for the taking — shape it by your continuedAPT membership. Your membership and active participation in the APTactivities not only provides financial support to build on the strong foundation,but it also insures that we have well trained sleep technologiststo care for patients with sleep disorders far into the future. ★Call for AwardsEach year the Association of Polysomnographic Technologists(APT) recognizes individual members of the APT for professionalexcellence, service and commitment to the association and thesleep technology profession. For more information on how to nominatemembers of the APT for one or more of the APT awards visitthe APT Web site at www.APTWeb.org.Call for VolunteersAre you interested in contributing to the future of the SleepTechnology Profession? Through committee service, a volunteermember has an opportunity to actively participate in many new projectsthe APT will be working on in 2007. Members interested inserving on one of the APT Standing Committees (Communications,Education, Membership, Program, Standards and GuidelinesRegional Activities/Government Affairs) are invited to visit the APTWeb site at www.APTWeb.org.5
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