Complete Your Certificate in Computed Tomography (CT)
16-week online program for ARRT-registered radiologic technologists
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16-Week Program
100% Online
Designed for Registered Radiologic Technologists
16-Week Program
100% Online
Designed for Registered Radiologic Technologists
At Pima Medical Institute, Your Success is Our #1 Priority
For more than 50 years, Pima Medical has remained focused on providing a student-centered approach to education. Our experienced faculty and staff work tirelessly to prepare students for the next steps in their careers. If you’re a current radiographer looking to become a CT tech, our program is designed to help you advance with confidence.
The certificate in Computed Tomography (CT) program is intended for ARRT registered radiologic technologists to prepare for work within an advanced modality. Our flexible and accessible CT tech training helps working professionals build on their existing skills to prepare to become a CT Tech.
Please speak with our team for more information regarding admissions requirements.
CT technologists play a vital role in guiding patients though exams and preparing the scan results for healthcare providers. A CT scan tech is an essential part of modern diagnostic imaging teams, working in a variety of fast-paced health care environments.
Graduates of Pima Medical Institute’s CT certificate program are eligible to apply for the American Registry of Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Computed Tomography registry exam, and can apply their skills in a variety of environments including hospitals, clinics and diagnostic imaging centers.
Graduates will be prepared to ensure high diagnostic quality, safe radiation use and improved patient care. By earning a CT credential, radiographers may find opportunities to expand their scope of practice, such as:
- Perform a wider range of examinations
- Work independently in CT departments
- Support imaging in other departments, such as trauma, oncology and emergency medicine
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. This comprehensive CT tech training ensures students are prepared to apply to sit for certification and for real-world application.
The curriculum prepares the radiologic technologist for advancement through instruction in procedures, cross-sectional anatomy, radiation safety, and physics and instrumentation. Learn more in the video below.
Complete Your CT Certificate 100% Online
Take the next step in your radiography career.
Experience Online Learning with Pima Medical Institute
Just because you’re taking courses online doesn’t mean you get less experience. Our flexible coursework is designed to deliver real-world, applicable learning outcomes, and our dedicated team is here every step of the way to help you succeed.
Personalized
Receive individualized attention from experienced faculty
Collaborative
Interact with peers and faculty across a variety of modalities
Applicable
Our courses provide real-world learning to help you succeed not just in class, but in your career
Comprehensive
Experience learning with a multimedia approach, including videos, knowledge checks, instructor experience and artificial intelligence
Flexible
Complete your coursework when convenient, while also relying on a logical course structure with due dates
Connected
Have access to a library of virtual resources, live instructor support, and student services when you need assistance
FAQs
Is the Program Flexible?
Our 100% online classes are structured to help you balance your busy schedule as a radiographer, all while remaining on track for graduation. Coursework follows an asynchronous learning structure, meaning you can log in at times that are most convenient to you, while still completing assignments within a logical time frame.
Are there Clinicals?
No, there are no clinical components to 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.
Is the Program Approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)?
Yes, 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. Graduates of this program receive a certificate.
Pima Medical Institute is accredited through the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES). ABHES is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education as a private, nonprofit, independent accrediting agency.
Does this program lead to CT certification?
Our Computed Tomography program is a certificate program, but completing it is an important step toward earning your ARRT CT certification. Graduates who complete the program and document completion of specific procedures and repetition of procedures become eligible to apply to sit for the ARRT’s Computed Tomography registry exam. Passing that exam earns you the nationally recognized CT certification credential.
How Do I Transfer Credits?
During the admissions process, your representative will help walk you through the process of transferring previous education credits from other institutions or from Pima Medical Institute, and will assist you in reviewing any additional admissions requirements, if applicable.
What Kind of Financial Aid is Available?
There are a variety of financial aid options for those who qualify, including federal grants, loans and scholarships. Our dedicated financial services team is here to help guide you through the entire process.
Can I Enroll in This Program in My State?
Pima Medical Institute 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.
