CEC Opportunities

2025 AAST Annual Meeting

June 8 – 11 | 2025 AAST Annual Meeting in Seattle
Earn up to 11.0 CECs

Attend the 2025 AAST Annual Meeting in Seattle

The American Association of Sleep Technologists (AAST) invites you to attend the 2025 AAST annual meeting, which will be held June 8 – 11 at the SLEEP 2025 annual meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies (APSS) in Seattle. The AAST annual meeting is the premier educational and networking event for sleep technologists.

The AAST Annual Meeting Content Work Group has developed an educational program that includes a wide variety of relevant topics and expert speakers. Sessions will be of interest to sleep technologists from all practice settings and will offer attendees the opportunity to earn up to 11.0 continuing education credits (CECs). Attendees can also earn up to an additional 9.0 CECs through the SLEEP 2025 plenary session and general sessions.

Manager Justification Letter

Are you considering joining us for the upcoming AAST2025 Annual Meeting? We’ve got great news! The AAST has prepared an insightful manager justification letter highlighting the incredible benefits of attending this event. This year’s annual meeting promises to be an exceptional opportunity for professional growth, networking with industry peers, and discovering the latest innovations in the sleep field. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your career and expand your knowledge! #AAST25

Registration Discount for AAST Members

AAST members will receive the discounted Sleep Team rate when you register, which will give you access to all general sessions for both the AAST annual meeting and SLEEP 2025. To register, simply go to the SLEEP 2025 registration page, select “Create a new account,” and use the same email address that is linked to your AAST membership.

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2025 AAST Annual Meeting Schedule

Sunday, June 8

Up to 3 CECs
12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
The Future of Sleep Medicine Panel
60 mins. Session A-01
Emerson Kerr, RRT, MBARobert Miller, RPSGT
Join industry leaders for an insightful discussion on emerging trends and future directions in sleep medicine.
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
AAST Membership Meeting
1 hour
Annual membership meeting for all AAST members.
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Restructuring the Sleep Laboratory for a 2030 Strategy: One Lab's Story
60 mins. 1 CEC Session A-02
Daniel L. Herold, RPSGT
Learn how one sleep laboratory restructured its operations to prepare for future healthcare trends and technologies.
3:00 p.m.-3:15 p.m.
Break
15 mins.
3:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
A Breath of Fresh Care: Advocating for Sleep Apnea Patients
60 mins. 1 CEC Session A-03
Monica Mallampalli, PhD
This session focuses on effective advocacy strategies for sleep apnea patients and the role of sleep technologists in patient advocacy.
4:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Women and Sleep – How ST can contribute to screening, education, management?
60 mins. 1 CEC Session A-04
Nancy Collop, MD
Explore the unique sleep challenges women face and how sleep technologists can improve screening, education and management for this population.

Monday, June 9

Up to 5 CECs
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Plenary Session
2 hour 1 CEC Session I-01
SLEEP 2025 Plenary Session
10:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m.
Posters & Exhibit Hall
105 mins.
Browse research posters and visit exhibitors.
11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Lunch Break
75 mins.
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Pediatric Sleep and The Family: Integrating Family Dynamics, Clinical Care, and Treatment Success
60 mins. 1 CEC Session A-05
Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown, MD
Learn how family dynamics impact pediatric sleep disorders and how to integrate family-centered approaches into clinical care.
2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Your Future in Sleep Technology Is Evolving
60 mins. 1 CEC Session A-06
Kathryn Hansen, BS, REEGT, CPC, CPMA
Explore evolving career paths and opportunities for sleep technologists in the changing healthcare landscape.
3:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Break
30 mins.
3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
Understanding Home Sleep Apnea Test Interpretations
60 mins. 1 CEC Session A-07
T. Massey Arrington, RST, RPSGT
This session provides guidance on interpreting home sleep apnea test results and understanding their clinical significance.
4:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation: From Practice to Excellence in Your Sleep Center
60 mins. 1 CEC Session A-08
Renae Davis, RPSGT, CCSHChristopher Hope, MD, MHA
Learn about implementing and optimizing hypoglossal nerve stimulation therapy in sleep center practice.

Tuesday, June 10

Up to 4 CECs
8:00 - 9:00 am
Exploring the Role of Oral Appliance Therapy in the Management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A Practical Guide for Sleep Technologists
60 mins. 1 CEC Session A-09
Kevin Adley, RPSGT, CCSH
This session provides sleep technologists with practical knowledge about oral appliance therapy for OSA management.
9:00 - 10:00 am
Difficult titrations - NIV
60 mins. 1 CEC Session A-10
Russell Rozensky, RRT-SDS, RPSGT, CCSH
This practical session addresses challenging aspects of non-invasive ventilation titrations and strategies for success.
10:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m.
Posters & Exhibit Hall
105 mins.
Browse research posters and visit exhibitors.
11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Lunch Break
75 mins.
1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Heart Rate Variabilty (HRV) and Suicide among Veterans
60 mins. 1 CEC Session A-11
Alexander Gomez, MD
Explore the relationship between heart rate variability and suicide risk among veterans, with implications for sleep medicine.
2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Endophenotyping in Sleep Medicine
60 mins. 1 CEC Session A-12
Danny Eckert, MD
Learn about the emerging field of endophenotyping in sleep medicine and its implications for personalized patient care.