Academics

Computed Tomography Certificate

The mission of the Computed Tomography Program is to prepare knowledgeable and skilled entry-level CT technologists to meet the needs of the medical community.

Admission to the Program:

  • Successful completion of an accredited program in: radiologic technology, nuclear medicine technology and/or radiation therapy technology with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.50.
  • Currently hold national certification and registration in Radiography, Radiation Therapy, or Nuclear Medicine through ARRT or NMTCB.
  • This one-semester program is offered in the spring and fall semesters with limited enrollment based on clinical availability.
  • Drug screen, criminal background check, physical exam, and proof of immunizations, will be required following program acceptance.
  • Documentation of current CPR certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) BLS (Basic Life Support) Provider or American Red Cross (ARC) Professional Rescuer and BLS Provider, or ICC course HLTH 041 or equivalent, is required.  This CPR certification must remain current throughout student enrollment within the health career program.

Degree

Certificate (Certificate Program)
Total Credit Hours: 14

Program Requirements

Select a course number below to see a course description.

Required Program Courses

Course Name Credit Hours
RADTK 260SECTIONAL ANATOMY FOR DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING 3
RADTK 270PATHOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY FOR THE IMAGING PROFESSIONAL 3
RADTK 280COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY PRINCIPLES, INSTRUMENTATION AND IMAGING PROCEDURES 3
RADTK 285COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY PRACTICUM 3
RADTK 290COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY REVIEW 2

Recommended Course Sequence

Semester Courses
Fall Semester 1RADTK 260, RADTK 270, RADTK 280, RADTK 285, RADTK 290

Program Contact Information

Health Careers

Peoria Campus, Cedar, Room 105

(309) 690-7530

Illinois Career Cluster

Health Science

Career Pathway:
Diagnostics Services

Career Pathway

Pathway programs at ICC have a map that shows the courses/degree requirements that will lead students to their desired education and employment goals.

Career Cluster: Health Sciences
Pathway: Diagnostic services
ICC Pathway: Radiography

Early College

If you are a high school junior or senior, you can get a head start on your future by taking college-level courses now! Visit our Dual Credit webpage for a listing of area high schools with courses available

Composition I (ENGL 110) | Concepts of Mathematics (MATH 110) OR College Algebra (MATH 115) | Human Anatomy & Physiology (BIOL 140) | Humanities/Fine Arts | Introduction to Communication (COMM 110) | Introduction to Health Careers (ICC 104) | Introduction to Psychology (PSY 110) | Medical Terminology (HLTH 121)

Point of Entry

High School Diploma or GED

Getting Started: Apply to ICC | Apply to Health Careers | Paying for College | Career Information: Radiographer | Student Information

Associate of Applied Science Degree

Radiographer (67.5 credit hours)

Industry Credentials

RT

Employment Information

Radiographer, Radiologic Technologist $16-27/hr

Post-Degree Certificate

(for those with an associates or bachelors degree)

Computed Tomography(14 credit hours)

Industry Credentials

CT

Employment Information

Radiographer, Radiologic Technologist$16-27/hr

OCCUPATION BACHELOR DEGREE TRANSFER OPTIONS

There are no current articulation agreements to Bachelor degree programs.

CAREER CLUSTER BACHELOR DEGREE TRANSFER OPTIONS

Program transfer guides layout course work to be taken at ICC and the transfer institution to complete specific programs of study or majors.

University of St. Francis Radiologic Technology to Healthcare Leadership

Methodist College Bachelor of Health Science

Many other degree completion programs are available.

GENERAL BACHELOR DEGREE TRANSFER OPTIONS

Transfer agreements formalize the transfer process from ICC to other colleges and universities. For additional transfer information, including information on transfer partnerships and transfer guides:

Transfer Planning