CT Certificate

Computed Tomography

CT is a sophisticated diagnostic imaging modality that captures cross sectional images of the patient.  CT may evaluate many types of disease processes and injuries.  CT is also used to help plan radiation therapy treatments and guide biopsies.

The CT technologist is an integral member of the healthcare team who is proficient in performing cross sectional images using sophisticated diagnostic x-ray equipment.  This health care professional works closely with patients, fellow technologists, radiologists, and many other members of the health care team.  The CT technologist can be employed in a number of health care settings that include trauma centers, hospitals, clinics, urgent care centers, or can be employed as a traveling technologist.p

About the CT Certificate

East Tennessee State University offers a Computed Tomography Certificate program through the Office of Professional Development.  The program mission is to provide registered technologists with the opportunity for professional and personal advancement in the imaging science profession.

Applicant Criteria

Admission to the certificate program requires:

• ARRT or NMTCB registered technologists
• Individuals with a minimum cumulative college-level GPA of 2.5
• A minimum of an Associate's Degree
• Two letters of reference

Admissions Process

Applicants must submit the following items to the ETSU Office of Professional Development by October 15th to be considered for admission to the program:

• Program Application
• $75 nonrefundable application fee
• ARRT or NMTCB documentation
• Official transcripts (college level or equivalent)
• Two letters of recommendation from academic or professional references

Each applicant is evaluated on the basis of academic preparation and previous work experience.  

Registration and Fees

The program registration fee is $2,000. The $75 application fee is due to the Office of Professional Development by July 15th and is non-refundable. A payment plan may be established with the Office of Professional Development. 

Since this is a certificate program, there is no out-of-state tuition.  Additional expenses include textbooks, uniforms, immunizations, malpractice insurance, and background check.

Program Admission

Upon acceptance into the CT program, the student will receive a letter from the CT program coordinator (via e-mail) that includes a list of required textbooks and forms that must be completed prior to the start of the program.

The following requirements must be met prior to starting the program of study:

• Physical exam by a qualified health care provider
• Proof of immunizations
  • TB skin test
  • 2 MMR shots
  • Tetanus, Diphtheria (Td or Tdap) booster within past ten years
  • 2 Varicella vaccines, 1 Varicella titer, or physician signed documentation of immunity
  • Completed Hepatitis B Vaccine series or titer
• Current CPR certification by American Heart Association
• Proof of malpractice insurance (information will be provided at the time of acceptance)
• Background check (information will be provided at the time of acceptance)

Persons with disabilities who require special assistance or seating are requested to call ETSU's Office of Professional Development at (423) 439-8084 for details. Persons who require sign language interpreters should contact the Office of Professional Development seven days prior to the event in order to solicit qualified interpreters.

Program of Study

Fall Semester (August to December for 16 weeks)

CT 4000 - Imaging Procedures (4 credits)

CT 4010 - Principles of CT Imaging (4 credits)

CT 4020 - Clinical Education (2 credits)

Total =  10 non-credit hours

Curriculum

The program runs during the fall semester of each year for 16 weeks beginning in August and ending in December and prepares students with didactic courses and hospital-based clinical experiences.  CT didactic courses are taught entirely online. The clinical education course includes completion of the ARRT documentation requirements.  A minimum of 192 clinical hours (12 hours per week), exam competencies, and performance evaluations in one of ETSU's recognized clinical sites while supervised by a qualified registered technologist.

Clinical Affiliates

The program has clinical affiliates in Tennessee, southwest Virginia, North Carolina, and Georgia. Additional sites may be added per request; however, there is no guarantee that a new clinical site can be added for all prospective students.

To add a clinical site for this program, the applicant will request approval to complete clinical hours at their hospital/facility and send the following information to the Darla Dye to initiate an affiliation agreement:

1. Complete legal name, physical address, and phone number of facility
2. Name, title, e-mail address, and phone number of a contact with whom ETSU should work on an affiliation agreement
3. Name, title, e-mail address, and phone number of the person who will sign the affiliation agreement for the hospital/facility
4. Name, title, e-mail address, and phone number of the CT technologist (contact person who would be responsible for approving clinical schedules).

For affiliation agreement inquires, please contact:

Darla Dye
Director of Professional Development 
East Tennessee State University





Phone: (423) 439-8025

Program Completion

Upon successfully finishing the program, the graduate will receive a transcript and certificate of completion from the ETSU Office of Professional Development.  The graduate will complete and document the ARRT clinical experience requirements to be considered a candidate for the ARRT post-primary exam in CT.

Contact Us

Contact for information related to the application,
admission materials, loans or to make a payment:
East Tennessee State University
Office of Professional Development
Box 70559
Johnson City, TN 37614
Ph: (423) 439-8084 or 1-800-222-3878
Fax: (423) 439-8267

Contact for program specific questions:
Darla Dye
Director of Professional Development
East Tennessee State University 
Ph:(423) 439-8025

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, master’s, education specialist, and doctoral degrees. ETSU may also offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of ETSU may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).