Computed Tomography, Basic Certificate

College(s):

Malcolm X

Program Code: 0469

Program Requirements

Required Program Core
RADIOGR 252Cross Section Anatomy I2
RADIOGR 253Cross Section Anatomy II2
RADIOGR 254CT Principles I2
RADIOGR 255CT Principles II2
RADIOGR 258CT Patient Care & Radiation Safety2
Required Work-Based Learning Courses
RADIOGR 256Computed Tomography Clinical Education I4
RADIOGR 257Computed Tomography Clinical Education II4
Total Hours18

This is an example course sequence for students interested in a Basic Certificate (BC) in Computed Tomography. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability.

Semester-by-Semester Program Plan for Full-Time Students

All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students by adding more semesters.

Plan of Study Grid
Semester 1Hours
RADIOGR 258 CT Patient Care & Radiation Safety 2
RADIOGR 252 Cross Section Anatomy I 2
RADIOGR 254 CT Principles I 2
RADIOGR 256 Computed Tomography Clinical Education I 4
 Hours10
Semester 2
RADIOGR 253 Cross Section Anatomy II 2
RADIOGR 255 CT Principles II 2
RADIOGR 257 Computed Tomography Clinical Education II 4
 Hours8
 Total Hours18

Choose your courses with your College Advisor.

Program Admission Requirements

In order to enter the program, candidates must:
● meet general admissions requirements for Malcolm X College,
● have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 in all college level work,
● have a current ARRT certification and state license from the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA).
 
Admission requirement for the clinical education component:
● satisfactorily complete of a health form and immunizations, drug screen, background check, 
● submit a copy of a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR card, 
● submit a copy of health insurance.

Careers

This program can prepare students for the jobs listed below. Click on each one to learn more, including average earnings, annual job openings, and how much education people in that field have. For additional guidance and resources on career options, current City Colleges students and alumni can contact the Career Services Office.

Radiologic Technologists and Technicians

Job Description

Take x-rays and CAT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient's bloodstream for diagnostic or research purposes. Includes radiologic technologists and technicians who specialize in other scanning modalities.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$54,135
Median 50th Percentile$75,623
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$102,708

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$26
Median 50th Percentile$36
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$49

Annual Job Openings

230 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less0.00%
A certificate16.52%
Some college0.00%
An Associate degree72.85%
A Bachelor's degree10.63%
A Master's or Professional degree0.00%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

10.63% continue their education beyond an associate degree