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Certification in Clinical Sleep Health (CCSH)

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CCSH BRPT Sleep Technology Certifications License: Complete Roadmap

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1

Phase 1You are here

Master sleep fundamentals: stages, cycles, circadian biology, two-process model, and validated questionnaires.

25
hours
2

Phase 2

Deep dive into clinical evaluation: ICSD-3 disorders, OSA/CSA/hypersomnias/parasomnias/movement disorders.

45
hours
3

Phase 3

Practice communication and education competencies: CBT-I, PAP education, adherence strategies, cultural competency.

35
hours
4

Phase 4

Complete timed 100-item simulations and review program administration topics.

20
hours
Estimated total study time
125 hours
That's about 13 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the CCSH Exam?

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Age
Education
Associate's degree minimum (bachelor's for Pathway 1); exact requirements vary by pathway
Experience
Pathway 1: 1,000+ hours clinical sleep health + bachelor's; Pathway 2: approved healthcare credential/license + associate's; Pathway 3: active RPSGT recertified ≥1× + CCSH STAR program
Additional Requirements
  • •Adhere to BRPT Standards of Conduct
  • •Application processing: 7–10 business days
  • •Eligibility window: 1 year from payment date
  • •Testing at Pearson VUE professional centers

CCSH Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

8–14 weeks for most candidates

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Pearson VUE

In-Person Only
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Retake Policy

Candidates may reapply and retake the exam; new application and fee required.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$550 (U.S.)
Total Estimated Cost$550 per attempt
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100 Practice Questions

Patient education, OSA management, sleep disorder recognition, and care coordination scenarios covering topics from CCSH blueprint domains.

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Adaptive support for clinical sleep health scenarios, PAP troubleshooting, and patient counseling skills.

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Review current BRPT eligibility requirements, ICSD-3 diagnostic criteria, and Pearson VUE testing policies.

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What You'll Study

15 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide

CCSH Exam Details

Certification in Clinical Sleep Health (CCSH)

Administered by Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT)

Official Source
350 scaled score
Passing Score
100
Questions
3
Hours
$550 (U.S.)
Exam Fee
Study time: 80-140 hours
Prerequisites: One of three pathways: (1) 1,000 hrs clinical sleep health experience + bachelor's degree + BLS; (2) approved healthcare credential/license + associate's degree + BLS; (3) active RPSGT recertified ≥1× + CCSH STAR program within 3 years + BLS.
Valid for: 5 years

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) content outline

Sleep Fundamentals30%

Sleep physiology, stages and cycles, circadian biology, two-process model, lifespan changes, and validated screening questionnaires.

Clinical Evaluation and Management45%

ICSD-3 sleep disorder classification, OSA/CSA/hypersomnias/parasomnias/circadian/movement disorders, PAP therapy, oral appliances, surgery, and pharmacotherapy.

Communication and Education20%

Patient education, health literacy, motivational interviewing, cultural competency, adherence support, drowsy driving counseling, telehealth, and ethics/HIPAA.

Program Administration5%

Quality improvement, outcomes tracking, OSHA, infection control, emergency procedures, and documentation standards.

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What's Next After the CCSH?

After passing the CCSH, you can pursue these career paths

RPSGT

Add technical polysomnography expertise to complement the clinical coordination role.

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CPSGT

Entry-level polysomnographic technician credential for those building toward RPSGT.

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CBSM

Behavioral sleep medicine specialist credential for expanding CBT-I practice.

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CCSH Exam FAQ

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