Computed Tomography (CT) Certificate, Credit Certificate
The Computed Tomography program is designed to provide the working Radiologic Technologist with the theoretical background and documented clinical experience necessary to sit for the Computed Tomography registry examination offered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).* The certificate is based on the curriculum suggested by the American Society for Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) and the clinical standards required by the ARRT. Required didactic components will be offered as well as optional clinical components based on student need. The didactic component of the curriculum will be delivered both on-line using Brightspace and in a classroom setting with lectures and discussion. The clinical component will be gained in an array of clinical affiliate sites.
For students who wish to pursue an A.A.S. degree in Radiography or the Certificate in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), please refer to the Programs of Study page for further information.
* CCBC does not guarantee that students will complete all requirements for the ARRT exam.
Program objectives
The CT Program's program goals are as follows:
- Students will demonstrate the behavior and skills necessary to function as a competent, entry-level Computed Tomography technologist.
- Students will demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to produce cross-sectional images to aid radiologists in diagnosing diseases and disorders.
- Students will use critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
- The program will constantly measure its effectiveness in graduating entry-level technologists.
CT Program Learning Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this certificate, students will be able to:
- provide appropriate patient care;
- practice appropriate radiation safety principles for the protection of patients;
- demonstrate the ability to analyze cross-sectional images;
- identify common pathologies on scans;
- recognize signs and symptoms of contrast reactions;
- adjust imaging parameters and options;
- demonstrate comprehension of CT principles and instrumentation;
- complete the CT program with a certificate;
- pass the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification exam on the first attempt; and
- obtain employment in the radiologic/medical imaging field within six months of graduation.
