Computed Tomography (CTC)
Certificate Program
Program Overview
Working radiologic technologists may choose to apply to sit for the Computed Tomography registry examination offered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)*. Our Computed Tomography program is designed to give you the theoretical background and documented clinical experience necessary do that. Once you complete the program, you’ll be equipped to care for patients, obtain basic equipment knowledge to perform CT scan, identify common pathologies on scans, and more.
The program is based on the curriculum recommended by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) and the structured education and clinical standards required by the ARRT. The didactic component of the curriculum will be delivered online using Canvas, consisting of lectures, discussions, assignments, and quizzes. The clinical component occurs in a real-world affiliated clinical setting or may be fulfilled for those already working in a CT environment.
*Belmont College does not guarantee that students will complete all clinical requirements for the ARRT exam.
Program Outcomes
- Use critical thinking/problem solving skills to demonstrate comprehension of CT theory, principles, and instrumentation.
- Perform the skills necessary to safely and effectively produce cross-sectional images used to aid radiologists in the diagnosis of disease and disorders.
- Display the professional behaviors required to function as a competent entry-level computed tomography technologist.
Applicants must already work in CT, however if clinical placement is needed, it must be at a facility in which Belmont College already have an affiliation. For a list of placement locations please contact the Radiology Program Director at sstauver@belmontcollege.edu.
Class Sequence
| Code | Course Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Fall Semester | ||
| RAD1500 | Radiographic Procedures I | 3 | |
| RAD1550 | Radiographic Procedures II | 3 | |
| RAD2500 | Radiographic Procedures III | 3 | |
| CTC1300 | CT Patient Care and Management | 3 | |
| CTC1400 | CT Physics | 4 | |
| CTC1500 | CT Clinical Practicum | 2 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 18 | ||
Note: Students who have already completed the RAD courses in the Belmont College Radiology Program, other Radiology program, may transfer. Belmont College will accept credit earned at other institutions accredited by regional accreditation agencies. The courses must be comparable in earned credit to those taught at Belmont College. No credit will be transferred with a letter grade of less than “C.” Additionally, courses taken at another college in which a letter grade of “P” (pass) was earned may be accepted. Official college transcripts must be submitted to the Belmont College Records Office. Credits will be assessed and approved at the discretion of the Radiology Program Director.