IONM
Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring
Discover the instrumentation, signal awareness, teamwork, and supervised learning involved in neurophysiological monitoring during surgery.
Program at a glance
Distinguish earlier published descriptions from information the Academy must confirm before enrollment.
Duration
10 months in earlier program description; current duration requires confirmation
Learning format
Online academic coursework, described Indianapolis workshop, and supervised clinical components
Program Eligibility
Applicants should have at least an associate degree; a bachelor's degree is preferred. Degrees may be in any field; health science preferred. Applicants with a current neurodiagnostic credential will also be considered.
Practical workshop
Earlier description includes an in-person Indianapolis workshop; dates and travel requirements require confirmation
Supervised clinical experience
Operating-room observation and activities require site approval, appropriate supervision and onboarding
Tuition and fees
$17,990 tuition; approximately $350 for books/study materials; $30 application fee - Currently free; $300 non-refundable deposit upon acceptance, separately from tuition. Ask admissions about any additional clinical or travel expenses.
Next cohort
Ask admissions for confirmed dates and application deadlines
Credentialing direction
Explore ABRET CNIM examination eligibility; completion is not automatic certification
The tuition and additional fees shown above are from the Academy’s published program information and are subject to change; confirm all charges and terms in writing. Other planning details are not a guarantee of admission, program length, clinical placement, examination eligibility, or employment. Review Program Eligibility.
Online coursework
Online study introduces the concepts that support practical training and supervised experience. Ask for the approved syllabus and instructional calendar.
- Neuroanatomy, neurophysiology and electrophysiological foundations
- Monitoring modalities, instrumentation and signal-awareness concepts
- Operating-room communication, patient safety and surgical workflow
Skills and workshops
Demonstration and simulated practice are different from patient-care responsibilities. Confirm the hands-on requirements for your cohort.
- Understand monitoring equipment, safe setup and simulator-based preparation
- Discuss the Indianapolis workshop described in prior program materials
- Confirm practice requirements, evaluation, travel and lodging arrangements
Supervised clinical experience
Clinical learning requires agreed objectives, qualified supervision, and site-specific permission.
Clinical experiences take place only under appropriate supervision and site arrangements
Confirm operating-room access, onboarding, availability and permitted student activities
CNIM exam eligibility is governed by ABRET's current requirements
Understand tuition and additional charges.
Published IONM tuition is $17,990. Books and materials are approximately $350. The $30 application fee is currently free for both programs. A $300 non-refundable deposit is due upon acceptance, separately from tuition. Ask admissions about any additional clinical or travel expenses. Fees are subject to change. Confirm your cohort’s total, payment terms and refund policy in writing.
Compare tuition and feesCertification is a separate process.
Check the ABRET recognized-program directory and applicable examination eligibility rules. Program recognition, school accreditation, course completion, exam eligibility, and individual certification are different concepts.
Read credentialing guidanceExplore your IONM next step.
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