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What you will learn

Course description: 

This program is designed for X-ray technologists cross training into Computed Tomography (CT) and CT Technologists interested in reinforcing and advancing their CT knowledge. 

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Course objectives: 

After completing Week 1 of the CT Proficiency Program you will be able to:

  • Identify and describe the key components of a CT system
  • Complete startup, shutdown and system QA
  • Prepare a patient for an exam
  • Understand system parameters and dose tools, optimizing them to acquire diagnostic images
  • Complete a chest scan and identify chest anatomy in cross section
  • Complete an abdomen/pelvis exam and identify abdomen/pelvis anatomy in cross section
  • Recognize image artifacts and understand how to prevent them
  • Complete exams with IV and oral contrast

After completing Week 2 of the CT Proficiency Program you will be able to:

  • Confidently prepare a patient for a CT exam
  • Confidently complete basic CT scans
  • Prepare patients for IV contrast CT exams
  • Expand your knowledge of the  system parameters and dose tools, optimizing them to acquire diagnostic images
  • Recognize patient, physics and system artifacts with increased knowledge to prevent them 
  • Perform image editing including creating multiplanar (MPR) and 3D image reconstructions 
  • Complete a competency of your training to prepare for your certification in CT
Course details

Course Code: 

CT9195SCCNAEN, CT9196SCCNAEN

Delivery method: 

  • Instructor-led

Language: 

  • English

Duration: 

2 Weeks

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