Program Overview

Online Certificate in Computed Tomography

The Online Certificate in Computed Tomography is designed for students who already hold an imaging credential and want to gain an additional discipline in computed tomography. This certificate prepares students to sit for the ARRT (CT) exam.

Program Overview

• The program is a 17-credit online certificate that can be completed in as little as one semester when attending full-time.
• Students must already hold an imaging credential to apply for this certificate.
• The program is designed for credentialed professionals looking to advance their skills in computed tomography.

Courses

The following courses are required for the Online Certificate in Computed Tomography:

• IMGSCI 404: Study of Diseases in Imaging Sciences (3 credits)
• IMGSCI 408: Advanced Sectional Anatomy in Imaging Sciences (3 credits)
• AMI 400: Advanced Imaging Case Studies (3 credits)
• AMI 450: Principles of Computed Tomography I (2 credits)
• AMI 451: Principles of Computed Tomography II (2 credits)
• AMI 455: Clinical Experience in Computed Tomography (5 credits)
• RADSCI 310: Pharmacology and Contrast Medias (1 credit)

Program Costs

The program costs include:

• Boise State Admissions Application Fee (non-refundable): $50
• Courses (per-credit rate): $445
• Discipline Year Professional Fee for Fall/Spring Clinical Experiences: $800
• Books: $322
• Room/Board: $5,688
• Transportation: $1,248

Career Opportunities

The Online Certificate in Computed Tomography prepares students for careers in:

• Computed Tomography Technologist
• Field Clinical Specialist
• Medical Imaging Manager
• Lead Technologist The medical imaging industry is projected to grow 15.7% by 2025, with a higher growth rate of 22% in Idaho.

Application Process

To apply for the Online Certificate in Computed Tomography, students must:

1. Apply to Boise State University by the application deadline.
2. Submit official transcripts from all previous colleges and universities.
3. Enroll as a pre-advanced medical imaging student and complete prerequisite courses.
4. Secure a clinical site by March 1.
5. Apply to the discipline semester after completing required coursework and securing a clinical placement site.

Certificate Outcomes

After completing the Online Certificate in Computed Tomography, students will be able to:

• Prepare for success on the ARRT (CT) credentialing exam.
• Advocate for patients and recognize professional impact related to patient outcomes.
• Demonstrate effective communication with diverse populations of patients, co-workers, physicians, and the community.
• Apply ethical practice as a professional technologist.
• Actively lead and/or participate as part of an interprofessional team to improve communication amongst healthcare providers and decrease patient risk.
• Perform as a master of advanced imaging principles and applications.
• Appropriately share data within a healthcare team while maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Successfully participate as a leader in the medical imaging profession by making meaningful contributions within their department, healthcare organization, community, and on a national level.
• Attain and maintain national credentialing within a discipline of focus.