The BRPT is committed to supporting the education, growth, and advancement of sleep technology professionals. Through our scholarship and grant programs, we help aspiring and current sleep professionals pursue educational opportunities, prepare for certification, and build rewarding careers in sleep medicine.
Explore the opportunities below to learn more about available funding and educational support.
Jomo Martin Nkunika Memorial Scholarship
The Jomo Martin Nkunika Memorial Scholarship provides up to $3,000 in tuition assistance to promising students pursuing an education in polysomnography through a CAAHEP-CoA accredited program. Named in honor of Jomo Martin Nkunika, MSHCA, BS, CCSH, RPSGT, a former BRPT Board member and passionate advocate for sleep education, this grant celebrates his lasting contributions to the field and his commitment to developing the next generation of sleep professionals. The award covers the actual cost of tuition, up to $3,000.
The BRPT is currently accepting applications for the Jomo Martin Nkunika Memorial Scholarship. Please click here to learn more about this opportunity and to submit an application.
A-STEP/STAR Educational Grant
The A-STEP/STAR Educational Grant provides up to $800 toward an A-STEP or STAR-designated educational program. This opportunity supports individuals interested in beginning a career in sleep technology, as well as current Certified Polysomnographic Technicians (CPSGT) who are working toward becoming a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT).
The BRPT offers the A-STEP/STAR Education Grant opportunity annually. The next call for applications will occur in Spring of 2027.
Future Global Sleep Technologists Scholarship — Sponsored by Cadwell
The Future Global Sleep Technologists Scholarship supports aspiring sleep professionals worldwide by helping cover the cost of the RPSGT examination fee. This scholarship opportunity is made possible through funding from Cadwell, and promotes the support of global workforce development in sleep medicine, helping to address the shortage of qualified sleep technologists. Funding covers one exam fee per recipient ($550), with support available for up to three RPSGT exam fees in total.
The BRPT offers the Future Global Sleep Technologist Scholarship annually. The next call for applications will occur in Winter of 2026.