Computed Tomography

About the Program

Through a hybrid learning environment the Computed Tomography (CT) certificate program provides working professionals with an opportunity to become a CT technologist. Utilizing self-paced online coursework and in-person clinical training through rotations within the Vanderbilt University Medical Center hospital system, learners can apply their knowledge to provide quality diagnostic imaging and patient care.

Key Takeaways

• Coursework and clinical rotation completion in 6 months
• Students are designated to a single, independent work assignment supervised by a board-certified technologist
• Students receive a comprehensive overview prior to sitting for national board certification exams
• Graduates eligible to sit for board exams (American Registry or Radiologic Technologists and Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board)
• Asynchronous online coursework
• In-person clinical rotation
• Cohort based
• Application required

Who Should Enroll?

Certification in Computed Techonology (CT) is a post-primary specialty geared towards individuals who are interested in becoming medical imaging professionals who use specialized equipment to produce cross-sectional images of human anatomy. Vanderbilt’s CT Certificate program accepts students with the following certifications:

• R.T.(R)(ARRT)
• R.T.(N)(ARRT)
• R.T.(T)(ARRT)
• CNMT (NMTCB)

The hybrid program allows working professionals the opportunity to fit the certificate program within their schedule.