AAET - American Association of Electrodiagnostic Technologists

What AAET - American Association of Electrodiagnostic Technologists does

The American Association of Electrodiagnostic Technologists (AAET) is a 501(c)-style professional membership association founded in 1974 and headquartered in Newhall, Iowa, operating with approximately six staff members. The organization serves nerve conduction study (NCS) technologists by administering the Registered Nerve Conduction Study Technologist (R.NCS.T.) credential — the leading certification for this specialty in the United States — and by maintaining the public credential verification database that employers use to confirm technologist qualifications. Membership is priced at $75 annually, and the one-part R.NCS.T. written examination is administered through Professional Testing Corporation at a $650 fee.

Name

AAET - American Association of Electrodiagnostic Technologists

Legal name

American Association of Electrodiagnostic Technologists

Website

https://aaet.info

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

AAET is a non-profit professional membership association founded in 1974 that certifies nerve conduction study technologists in the United States through the R.NCS.T. examination, continuing education, recertification, and on-site training programs.

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Product category

Healthcare Professional Credentialing

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PRIMARYEDADACAF

Continuing Education (CE/CPD) & Provider Accreditation Bodies

Education/Education Administration, Accreditation & Policy/Accreditation Bodies (Institutional & Programmatic)

SECONDARYEDADACAC

Programmatic Accreditors (Discipline/Profession-Specific)

Education/Education Administration, Accreditation & Policy/Accreditation Bodies (Institutional & Programmatic)

SECONDARYEDADAFAA

National/State Examination Boards & Testing Agencies

Education/Education Administration, Accreditation & Policy/Assessment, Examinations & Qualifications Authorities

Keywords

• Nerve conduction certification
• Electrodiagnostic credentialing
• Professional certification association
• Continuing education credits
• Neurodiagnostic training services

Headquarters

HQ city

Newhall

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership dues of $75 per year providing access to member-exclusive content, case studies, NCS presentations, quarterly newsletter, and discounts on all educational events and products.
2. Examination Fees: R.NCS.T. registry examination fee of $650 administered through Professional Testing Corporation (PTC). Additional location/facility fees may apply.
3. Continuing Education Materials: Sale of CE papers ($25 member/$40 non-member), CE PowerPoints ($40 non-member), webinars, and bundled courses including a 15 CE course at $300 for members/$600 for non-members.
4. Study Materials: Sale of AAET Workbook ($75 members), Practice Exams ($70 non-members), and Flashcards ($70 members/$90 non-members).
5. Job Advertising: Job posting advertising including website posting ($200), bi-monthly e-alert ($100), and combined package ($275). Exhibitor fees at $700.
6. On-Site Training: On-site nerve conduction training programs including 3-day program at $8,500, 1-day program at $3,500, additional days at $1,250, and fees for additional trainees ($500 per trainee beyond 5).
7. Recertification Fees: Recertification application fee of $75, registry extension at $50 for members, grace period at $100, and CE pre-approval at $25 per education hour.

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Core offering

AAET is the primary credentialing body for nerve conduction study (NCS) technologists in the United States, administering the R.NCS.T. registry examination through the Professional Testing Corporation and maintaining the only dedicated credential verification database for this specialty. The association complements its core credential with a continuing education (CE) library, study materials, on-site training programs, recertification services, and an annual membership program for neurodiagnostic technologists.

Product overview

AAET (American Association of Electrodiagnostic Technologists) is a professional membership organization, not a software technology company. It provides credentialing and certification services for nerve conduction study technologists through its core R.NCS.T. Registry Examination, complemented by a portfolio of continuing education products (CE Papers, CE PowerPoints, Webinars, and the multi-credit Peripheral Nervous System course), study materials (Workbook, Practice Exam, Flashcards), and training services (Onsite Nerve Conduction Training Programs ranging from 1-day to 3-day sessions). Additional services include membership, recertification, credential verification, job postings, and CE pre-approval requests. The organization partners with Professional Testing Corporation (PTC) for examination administration and uses ProProfs for CE material delivery.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• R.NCS.T. Registry Examination One-part written registry examination administered by Professional Testing Corporation (PTC) for candidates seeking to become Registered Nerve Conduction Study Technologists. Exam fee is $650, with additional location and facility fees that vary by testing center.
• CE Papers Continuing education papers covering topics such as Facial and Trigeminal, Instrumentation, Neuropathy, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ulnar Neuropathy, Neuromuscular Junction Disorders, F Waves & A Waves, Brachial Plexus, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, and The Peroneal Nerve. Each paper includes an associated quiz for earning 1.0 CE credit. Members pay $25; non-members pay $40, with $5 bundle discounts available.
• CE PowerPoints Self-narrated PowerPoint slide presentations covering Brachial Plexus, Cubital Tunnel, Late Responses, Lumbosacral Plexus, Neuromuscular Junction Disorders, Radiculopathy vs Peripheral Nerve Entrapment, Technical Considerations, Peripheral Neuropathy, Fundamentals of NCS, Clinical Syndromes, Cranial Nerves/Blink Reflex, ALS, NCS Parameters, and Basic Electrical Concepts. Each presentation is worth 1.0 CE credit.
• Peripheral Nervous System and Nerve Conduction Study Correlations Course A comprehensive 15-credit continuing education course utilizing the textbook Electromyography and Neuromuscular Disorders: Clinical-Electrophysiologic Correlations, Edition 3. Consists of brief PowerPoint presentations, eight reading assignments with correlating quizzes, and a final exam. Approximately 15 hours to complete. Members $300; non-members $600.
• AAET Workbook A detailed digital guide covering fundamentals of NCS, proper setup for NCS, normative data, and guidelines for performing individual nerve studies. Available as an electronic workbook for exam preparation. Priced at $75 for members.
• Practice Exam A 100-question multiple choice practice exam covering nerve conduction studies, anatomy, and NCS parameters. Delivered in digital format via email. Priced at $70 for non-members.
• AAET Flashcards Approximately 250 digital flashcards covering a wide range of topics relating to nerve conduction studies, anatomy, NCS parameters, and more. Can be printed and used as flashcards for exam preparation. Priced at $70 for members and $90 for non-members.
• Onsite Nerve Conduction Training Program (3-day) A 3-day on-site consultation providing personnel with basic knowledge and ability to perform nerve conduction studies. Covers Upper Extremity (Median, Ulnar, Radial nerves) and Lower Extremity (Peroneal, Tibial, Sural nerves) studies. Fee is $8,500 for members and non-members, with additional days at $1,250 and additional trainees beyond 5 at $500 each.
• Onsite Nerve Conduction 1-Day Training Program An individualized 1-day on-site training session providing basic knowledge and ability to perform basic nerve conduction studies. Covers Upper and Lower Extremity studies. Fee is $3,500.
• Annual Membership Annual membership providing access to Member's Only section with case studies, NCS presentations, quarterly newsletter, mentorship programs, committee access, and discounts on all educational events including workshops, webinars, and annual meeting. Membership dues are $75 per year (January 1 – December 31).
• Recertification Service Recertification service for R.NCS.T. credential holders, requiring either 30 CEs over a 5-year period (including 5 mandatory AAET CE hours) or retaking the written examination. Application fee is $75.
• Credential Verification Public credential verification service allowing employers and others to verify if a technologist holds a valid R.NCS.T. credential. Searchable by R.NCS.T. number, name, city, and state.
• Job Postings / Advertising Job posting and advertising services including bi-monthly e-alert ($100), website posting ($200), or combined website posting with bi-monthly e-alert ($275). Job posting extension available for $200 to extend visibility by one month.
• AAET CE Pre-Approval Request Service to validate that lectures, course tracks, webinars, and conferences qualify for AAET CE credits. Costs $25 per education hour. Upon approval, recipients receive a CE approval letter for advertising and recertification use.
• Extension for Registry Provides a 6-month extension to submit recertification documents for candidates who need additional time. Must be submitted prior to registration expiration. Member fee is $50.
• Grace Period 30-day grace period from credential expiration date for recertification candidates who have not submitted documentation. Cannot be combined with registry extension. Fee is $100 for members.

Quantifiable outcome

• Recertification every 5 years through 30 CE credits (5 must be AAET courses)
• +1 more outcomes

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Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ABRET (ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership announced to enhance credential verification through dual-site verification capability, creation of virtual badges aligned with other neurodiagnostic credentials, and increased marketing visibility. The partnership helps AAET expand reach while maintaining control of the R.NCS.T. credential and does not affect grandfathered credentials. AAET retains control of its certification and continues its CE and recertification programs.
• ASET - The Neurodiagnostic SocietyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerListed as a helpful resource on AAET's educational resources page. AAET recognizes ASET NCS Module CEUs as acceptable for recertification requirements.
• CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs)minorOthersListed as a helpful resource. CAAHEP accreditation of Neurodiagnostic Technology programs is recognized in AAET's examination eligibility requirements as Pathway 2 for NDT CAAHEP graduates.
• Professional Testing Corporation (PTC)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerThird-party testing corporation that administers the R.NCS.T. registry examination including application processing, payment collection, and test center coordination. Also handles duplicate certificate and score report requests.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• ABRET - Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation: ABRET is the principal credentialing body for neurodiagnostic technologists (EEG, EP, CNIM, etc.) and AAET's strategic partner. It is the most direct peer — both administer registry exams and continuing education in the same neurodiagnostic field, with AAET specializing in nerve conduction studies.
• ASET - The Neurodiagnostic Society: ASET is the broader professional society for neurodiagnostic technologists, offering NCS modules, CE credits, and educational resources comparable to AAET's catalog. AAET recognizes ASET NCS Module CEUs for recertification, underscoring their parallel scope.

Broad incumbents

• National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC): NBRC is a long-established allied health credentialing organization for respiratory therapists, offering multiple credential levels, examinations, and CE. It represents a scaled, mature version of the same registry-and-CE model AAET runs.
• American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA): AAMA offers the CMA (AAMA) certification, recertification, and continuing education for medical assistants — a comparable professional association model combining membership, certification, and CEU offerings.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT): ARRT is a much larger allied health credentialing body that administers registry exams, recertification, and CE for radiologic technologists. It is a scaled analog of the same credentialing/CE business model AAET operates for NCS technologists.
• American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS): ARDMS credentials diagnostic medical sonographers through specialty exams and recertification, closely mirroring AAET's registry exam + 5-year recertification structure. A useful comparable for unit economics of a mid-sized allied health credentialing nonprofit.

Emerging players

• Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT): BRPT administers the RPSGT credential for sleep technologists — a similar small-niche allied health certification body with comparable exam-and-recertification mechanics. Its scale and operating model are closer to AAET than the larger incumbents.
• American Board of Magnetic Resonance Safety (ABMRS): ABMRS is a small specialty credentialing body for MR technologists, analogous to AAET in operating a niche registry exam with limited staff. Useful as a near-size peer for small-specialty credentialing economics.

Market position

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Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Profiles5 records

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