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Module 1 (4hrs)
Chapter I Perspectives in Neurofeedback
HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT OF EEG BIOFEEDBACK
ASSUMPTIONS UNDERLYING THE FIELD
1. Barry Sterman & Joel Lubar (Margaret Ayers): The Neuropsychological Arousal Model
2. Joe Kamiya & Tom Budzynski: A Psychological Model
3. Robert Thatcher & Jay Gunkleman: qEEG Medical Perspective
4. Siegfried and Susan Othmer: Regulatory Systems model
5. Elmer Green, Gene Peniston, & Nancy White: The Alpha-Theta Model
6. Les Femi & Adam Crane: The Profound Attention Model
7. Valdeen Brown
8. Anna Wise: The High Performance Mind

Chapter II Learning Theory
1. Learning Theory and EEG Training
2. Operant conditioning
A. Reinforcement
B. Establishing operations
C. Shaping
D. Extinction
E. Variable ratio reinforcement schedule
F. Ratio strain
G. Dichotomous reinforcement
H. Proportional reinforcement
I. Tones
J. Optimal Training
3. Classical conditioning
A. Neutral stimulus
B. Reflexive response
C. Subcortical system
D. Amygdalic network
E. Systematic Desensitization
F. Post Reward Synchronization
G. Length of Training

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Module 2 (4hrs)
Chapter III Basic Neuroanatomy
1. Cerebrum (beta)
2. Limbic System (theta)
3. Brain Stem and Cerebellum (delta)
4. Thalamus (alpha)
5. Somatosensory Cortex (SMR)
6. Split Brain
7. Neuron
8. Synapse
9. Neurotransmitter Systems
10. Neurotransmitter EEG Connection
11. Cortical Systems: Pyramidal Cells, Cell Columns, and Layers
12. Fiber Systems
13. Brodmann's Areas
14. Projection Tracts
15. Thalamic Projection System
16. Thalamic Gating

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Chapter IV EEG and Electrophysiology
1. Electrophysiology-.Neocortical Dynamics: Oscillators, Wavefronts, and Networks
Oscillators
A. Excitatory postsynaptic membrane
B. Inhibitory postsynaptic potential
C. Standing wavefronts
2. Global, Regional, & Local Activity
A. Resonant loops
A1. Local resonances
A2.Regional resonances
A3. Global resonances
B. Standing Waves
3. Hypercoupling, Hypocoupling, and Coherence

Module 3 (8hrs)
Chapter V Morphology of Waveforms
1. Rhythmic delta
2. Non-rhythmic delta
3. Rhythmic Theta
4. Non-rhythmic Theta
5. Alpha
6. Beta
7. Spikes & Sharp Waves
8. Kappa
9. Lambda
10. Mu
11. Gamma & Sheer Rhythms
12. Sleep Spindles etc
13. Slow Cortical Potentials

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Chapter VI Artifacts
1. Poor connections
A. Clean scalp
B. Hair out of way
C. Sufficient paste
D. Proper Grounding
2. Eye blinks
3. Eye Movement
4. Heat from scalp
5. Gum Chewing
6. Gritting the Teeth
7. Holding Tongue at roof of Mouth
8. Swallowing
9. Physical Movement
10. Heart Beat
11. Scalp Tension
12. Electrostatic interference

Chapter VII Montages

1. Reference areas
A. Ear lobes
A1. Linked-ears
A2. Single Ear
B. Mastoid
2. Ground
3. Bipolar Montage or Serial Montage
4. 10-20 system
5. Spectral analysis

Chapter VIII Instrumentation
1. Concepts and Terms in Electronics
A. Voltage
B. Amperage
C. Resistance
D. Power
E. Current
F. Impedance
G. Capacitance
H. Phase
2. How Your Equipment Works
A. Waveforms
B. Amplifier
C. Frequency ranges
D. Filters
3. Differences in Equipment
A. Number of leads
B. Type and number of filters
C. Viewing raw EEG
D. Dichotomous & Continuous feedback
E. Graphics
F. Display
G. Session Averaging
H. Voltage
H1. Peak to Peak
H2. RMS (root mean square)
4. Sources of Artifact - Electrostatic Interference & 60-cycle hum
5. Buying Equipment
A. Service Is #1
B. Manufacturer's theoretical perspective with respect to EEG
C. Practice on yourself
D. The “Which computer is right game”

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Module 4 (2hrs)
Chapter IX Research and Statistics
1. Design
A. Multivariate
B. Correlational
C. Case study
2. Reading Research Articles
A. The Structure of the Research Article
B. Abstract
C. Introduction
D. Literature review.
E. Methods section.
F. Results
G. The discussion
3. The Experiment
A. Causal relationship
B. Co variance
C. Control
D. Measurability
E. Observation.
F. Groups of subjects
G. Experimental group
H. Control group
I. Dependent variable
J. Independent variable
K. Random assignment
L. Placebo effect
M. Double-blind
4. Statistics
A. Average
B. Mean
B. Variance
C. Range
D. Standard deviation
E. Coefficient of variability
F. parametric tests
G1. t-test
G2. ANOVA, or analysis of variance
G3. MANOVA or multivariate analysis of variance
G4. “p” or alpha level
G5. F-ratio
G6. type one or type two error
G7. Correlations
G8. Pearson product-moment correlation
GCoefficient of determination

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Module 5 (2hrs)
Chapter X Psychopharmacology
1. Psychopharmacology and EEG
2. Drug Classifications
A. Sedative-Hypnotics
A1. benzodiazapines
A2. Alcohol
B. Behavioral Stimulants and Convulsants
B1. Amphetamines
B2. MAO's
B3. Tricyclics
B4. SSRI's
B5. Caffeine
B6. Cocaine
B7. Wellbutrin
C. Narcotic Analgesics
C1. Opiates
D. Antipsychotic Agents
E. Psychedelics and Hallucinogens
E1. Marijuana

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MODULE 6 (12hrs)
Chapter XI Intake, Evaluation, and Treatment Planning
1. Intake
2. Initial Interview
3. History
4. Forms
5. Testing
6. History and Meds
7. Initial Assessment Without qEEG
8. Taking Baselines
9. Hemispheric Dominance
10. Monopolar Analysis: The MiniQ
11. Treatment Planning
12. Ongoing Assessment
13. When to Evaluate Progress
14. Keeping Record
15. The Big Picture
16. Plasticity
17. Do What Works
18. Training Offsite
19. The Brain Has Its Own Wisdom
20. How Often Should I Come In?
21. Outsources
22. Session Myth
23. Client Etiquette
24. Client Resources
25. AVE

Chapter XII qEEG Brain Maps
1. Overview
A. Absolute Power
B. Relative Power
C. Asymmetry
D. Coherence
E. One Hertz Bins

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Chapter XIII Disorders and Protocols Part I
1. Seizure
2. AD/HD
3. Headaches, Chronic Pain, TMJ
4. Depression
5. TBI, Stroke, Coma, Dementia
6. Parkinson's, Tourettes
7. Schizophrenia

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Chapter XIV Disorders and Protocols Part II
1. Anxiety, PTSD, OCD
2. Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue, Lyme's Disease
3. Hypertension
4. Dissociative Disorder
5. Bipolar Disorder
6. Addictions

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MODULE 7 (4hrs)
Chapter XV Professional Ethics
1. Ethics and EEG Biofeedback
2. Respect, Responsibility, Competence, Confidentiality
3. Informed Consent
4. Recognizing Your Limitations
5. Professional Competence
6. Liability
7. BCIA Requirements
8. Continuing Education Units
9. Record Keeping
10. Healthcare Providers

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by Richard Soutar, PhD
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