Master of Science in Surgical Neurophysiology

The UConn Master of Science (MS) in Surgical Neurophysiology is an intensive, one-year degree program that provides the educational foundation and clinical experience needed to become a skilled surgical neurophysiologist.

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Program Highlights

Through our master's program, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, neural signal acquisition, and the practical application of neurophysiological monitoring techniques in surgical settings. In addition to rigorous coursework, you’ll complete hands-on clinical rotations that prepare you to work directly in the operating room.

Upon completion, graduates are fully equipped to enter the workforce as surgical neurophysiologists. The program is ideal for students seeking thorough, real-world training in both the science and clinical practice of intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM).

Degree Requirements

Students must complete 34 credits of coursework in physiology and neurobiology (PNB) and related life science fields. Students must also complete clinical practicum credits through the PNB 5104 course, which provides hands-on experience in neuromonitoring surgical cases within the operating room setting.

Upon completion of the program and participation in 100 surgical cases (during or after the clinical practicum), students become eligible to take the national Certification in Neurophysiologic Intraoperative Monitoring (CNIM) exam, administered by the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists (ABRET).

Program Outcomes and Jobs

Graduates of our MS in Surgical Neurophysiology consistently enter the workforce or advanced training with exceptional results. Over recent years, our retention, credentialing pass rates, and job placement outcomes have ranged between 90% and 100%, demonstrating the strength of our curriculum and the value of our clinical partnerships.

With hospitals and industry actively seeking trained professionals, our graduates are well‑positioned to launch meaningful careers from day one.

Apply to the MS in Surgical Neurophysiology

Application deadline: March 15

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the deadline. The program begins in Summer Session I of the same year.