About
Community College of Denver’s Computed Tomography certificate in Denver, Colorado, prepares registered radiologic technologists, radiation therapists, and nuclear medicine technologists for post-primary computed tomography certification. The certificate includes online didactic coursework and competency-based clinical internships, with the required internship running two days per week for 10 weeks. Coursework covers CT Basics, sectional anatomy, patient interactions and safety, data acquisition, image production and quality, CT procedures, anatomy, and pathology. Admission requires current certification in radiography, radiation therapy, or nuclear medicine through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board. Applicants must also complete a 10-year background check and drug screen and submit vaccination and medical records, an American Heart Association CPR card, and current health insurance documentation.
At a glance
- Format: Hybrid
- Leads to: Post-primary computed tomography certification
- Scholarships: available (per the school's page)
Organization
Community College of Denver - Center for Health Sciences
Community College of Denver — Center for Health Sciences is a community college in Denver, Colorado, offering career-focused education and pathways to degrees and certificates. Its listed occupational fields include Certified Nursing Assistant, Cybersecurity, Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy, Radiologic Technology, and Surgical Technology. The college provides more than 100 program pathways, including certificates, associate degrees, and bachelor’s degrees. Health sciences offerings include a BAS in dental hygiene and an LPN-BSN bridge program. CCD also supports transfer pathways and offers programs on campus and online. Its educational community is intended for learners from varied ages and backgrounds, with financial aid, advising, and scholarships among the available support services.