Courses and Requirements
The certificate program in Computed Tomography (CT) prepares graduates for positions as competent, entry-level CT technologists. It is designed for technologists who are either currently working in a CT department or are interested in working in a CT department. Applicants must be graduates of an accredited imaging program and hold a current ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification in Radiography, Nuclear Medicine or Radiation Therapy or current certification with the NMTCB (Nuclear Medicine Technology Board) Students must earn a C or higher in all required courses in order to graduate. A minimum of 13 credits are required for graduation.
Additional Admission Criteria and Information
Please find additional information here: Required Forms.
Information Session Dates
The dates of Information Sessions can be found on the Health Information Sessions.
CORI/CHRI/SORI
Students interested in participation in this academic program may be required to undergo a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, a Criminal Records Central Repository (CHRI) check and/or a Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) check. For more information, visit the CORI/CHRI/SORI page on the NECC website.
Northern Essex Community College is committed to the success of every student. Students with legal issues in their background will meet with a committee as part of the CORI/CHRI/SORI process and will receive guidance and counseling throughout the review of their records. NECC personnel make every effort to help students prepare for careers in their chosen field. Students are encouraged to seek assistance and support.
CPR
Students are required to hold current CPR certification at the Health Care Provider/Professional Rescuer Level prior to the start of their CT Clinical Practicum course.
Drug Screening
Students enrolled in this academic program are required to pass a drug screening analysis.
Health
Prior to starting the CT Clinical Practicum course students must meet both the College and Division of Health Profession’s immunization requirements.
Student Professional Liability Insurance
Students enrolled in the CT Clinical Practicum course are required to carry professional liability insurance. The premium is to be paid at the time of course registration.
Note
Program is not eligible for any Financial Aid.
Requirements
| CTA201 | CT Imaging Procedures & Pathology I | 3 |
| CTA202 | CT Imaging Procedures & Pathology II | 3 |
| CTA204 | CT Imaging Physics and Radiation Safety | 3 |
| CTA290 | CT Clinical Practicum I | 2 |
| CTA291 | CT Clinical Practicum II | 2 |
Courses with Prerequisites: CTA201, CTA202, CTA204, CTA290, CTA291
CTA204: offered fall semester only
Course with Co-requisite: CTA290: Co-requisite of CT Imaging Procedures & Pathology I and II and CT Imaging Physics & Radiation Safety; CORI/SORI checks are required prior to participation in this course
Program Notes
Required Course Sequence Computed Tomography Certificate
Year 1
Fall
| CTA201 | CT Imaging Procedures & Pathology I | 3 |
| CTA204 | CT Imaging Physics and Radiation Safety | 3 |
Spring
| CTA202 | CT Imaging Procedures & Pathology II | 3 |
| CTA290 | CT Clinical Practicum I | 2 |
Summer
| CTA291 | CT Clinical Practicum II | 2 |