Computed Tomography Imaging (CT) Career Studies Certificate

Career Studies Certificate
221-172-02

This program is not eligible for federal or state financial aid.

Purpose: The Computed Tomography Imaging Career Studies Program is designed to prepare selected ARRT eligible or Registered Technologists to qualify as contributing members of the allied health interdisciplinary team which has need for highly skilled CT technologists. Upon completion of the curriculum and successful completion and documentation of all required clinical competencies as set forth by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), the student will be eligible to apply to take the national registry examination leading to advanced certification in CT by the ARRT.

Occupational Objectives: The technologist is eligible to apply to take the national registry examination leading to advanced certification in CT by the ARRT.

Admission Requirements: This is a restricted admissions program. Applicants must meet the requirements for admission to credit-level coursework established by the college. Please see program-specific admission requirements at the bottom of this page. 

Retention Policies: Technologists who receive a final grade lower than “C” in any course will not receive the certificate until a grade of “C” or better is obtained. Technologists can petition to retake courses.

A limited clinical component is available. Students must have a current CPR Healthcare Provider certification and must maintain that certification throughout clinicals. Additionally, the student must complete educational requirements as stated in the clinical affiliation agreements, such as, but not limited to, Background check, drug screen, proof of immunization, etc. If interested, please contact the Radiography Program Head.

Program Notes: This program is offered in the fall semester of odd years (for example Fall 2019; Fall 2021).  This program can be completed online.