Computed Tomography
Program Type
Certificate
Delivery Method
Online
Course Length
16 Weeks
Program Objective
The certificate in Computed Tomography (CT) program is intended for ARRT registered radiologic technologists to prepare for work within an advanced modality. The online courses are designed to build upon existing skills and add the structured education requirements needed to safely and effectively perform diagnostic CT scans. The curriculum prepares the radiologic technologist for advancement through instruction in procedures, cross-sectional anatomy, radiation safety, and physics and instrumentation.
Graduates of this program receive a certificate. This program has been approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) for meeting the structured education requirements for the Computed Tomography registry exam; however, candidates must also document completion of specific procedures and repetition of procedures to be eligible to apply to sit for this exam.
What Will Students Learn in Our Computed Tomography Program?
Computed Tomography Admissions Requirements & Disclosures
Admissions Requirements:
Applicants to this program must hold a current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration as a radiologic technologist.
There is no clinical experience in this program; therefore, applicants must document current employment as a radiologic technologist. They must also document either current or past cross-training in CT, or the employer’s intention to cross train the applicant as a CT technologist.
State Enrollment Disclosures
Pima Medical Institute has determined that the Computed Tomography (CT) program does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in the following states. Therefore, the institution does not enroll students into the CT program who are physically located in the following states and territories: Colorado, Florida, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oregon, Wisconsin, Vermont, American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and US Virgin Islands.
State educational requirements for licensure or certification are subject to change.
See the Disclosures and Accreditations section at the bottom of this page for more information.
Career Opportunities
What Can I Do With a Certificate in Computed Tomography?
What Can I Do With a Certificate in Computed Tomography?
Computed tomography (CT) uses ionizing radiation, a scanner and a computer to create three-dimensional images of sections of the human body. CT technologists play a vital role in guiding patients though this exam and preparing the scan results for healthcare providers.
Graduates apply their skills in a variety of environments, such as:
- Hospitals
- Clinic or diagnostic imaging center
Job Outlook
Job Outlook
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, overall employment of radiologic and MRI technologists is projected to grow 6 percent from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations.
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Program Outline
Learn more about the courses in this program.
Semester I (16 weeks)
Weeks 1-8
Weeks 9-16
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Disclosures And Accreditations
State Licensure Determination Disclosure
The Computed Tomography (CT) program is offered via online distance education method of delivery out of the PMI Tucson campus. Pima Medical Institute is an approved institution through the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (NC SARA) which allows Pima Medical Institute Tucson to offer distance learning programs to residents of states other than Arizona. Participation in NC SARA does not exempt an institution from state professional licensing requirements.
A student’s physical location is determined at the time of enrollment by submission of government-issued identification as well as a student attestation of their physical location in the enrollment agreement. Students agree to update the institution if their physical location changes. Students are able to notify the institution of a change to their physical location in the Pima Medical Institute Student Portal. Prospective students and enrolled students should understand that a change in physical location may adversely impact a student’s ability to complete the program. If a student is planning to relocate he or she is required to discuss this with the Student Services Coordinator and/or Program Director. Pima Medical Institute (PMI) has determined that the Computed Tomography (CT) program does not meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in the following states. Therefore, the institution does not enroll students into the CT program who are physically located in the following states and territories: Colorado, Florida, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oregon, Wisconsin, Vermont, American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands.
In compliance with 34 CFR 668.43 Pima Medical Institute has made a reasonable effort to determine graduate eligibility for licensure in all states for programs designed and advertised as leading to licensure. The document below lists Pima Medical Institute programs and states where the curriculum meets licensure requirements, states where the curriculum does not meet licensure requirements, and states in which Pima Medical Institute has been unable to determine if the curriculum meets state licensure requirements. All consumers should be advised that due to the frequent changes to state statutes, rules, and regulations Pima Medical Institute cannot guarantee licensure based on the lists below.
State Licensure Determination Disclosure – Online Programs
Contact information for state licensing boards in which Pima Medical Institute has determined the program does not meet state licensure requirements or where Pima Medical Institute has been unable to determine if the program meets state licensure requirements can be found below.
State Licensing Board Contact Information – Computed Tomography