Computed Tomography, Certificate

Applicants must possess one of thefollowing academic backgrounds in order to apply to the Computed Tomography program:

1. Be a graduate of an accredited A.S. degree program in Radiography, Nuclear Medicine Technology and/or Radiation Therapy and have appropriate current ARRT credentials as an RT(R), RT(N) or RT(T).
2. Be a graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program and have appropriate current NMTCB credentials.

All transcripts and coursework must be evaluated and accepted by Santa Fe College prior to the application date in order to qualify for application.

To help protect patients and students, upon acceptance to a Health Science Program, all students must undergo state and federal background checks and show proof of certain immunizations and negative drug screenings as required by clinical affiliates. Students will be provided instructions to complete these tasks at the appropriate time. For more information regarding the application process, please visit the "Before You Apply" webpage.

For more information on program specific expectations and to view the Allied Health Student Handbook, please visit the “Prospective and Current Students” webpage.

See Application Dates and Deadlines and closely review other requirements Before You Apply.

All tuition and fees are estimated costs and subject to change without notice.

Program Costs Breakdown

Tuition for 17 Credit Hours

• $1,815.09 Florida Residents
• $6,509.30 Non-Florida Residents

Lab Fees: $53.24

Additional Expenses

• $200.00 Uniforms
• $200.00 Books
• $900.00.00 Health Physical and Immunizations
• $40.00 Flu Vaccination
• $65.00 American Heart Association Basic Life Support/CPR
• $51.90 Expanded National Background Screening
• $68.00 Level 2 Background Screening Fingerprinting
• $135.00 Drug Screening Test
• $200.00 Miscellaneous Clinical Expenses: Parking
• $600.00 Laptop Computer w/Webcam
• $225.00 National Board Exam Fee
• $75.00 Licensing Fee

Program Cost Totals

• $4,628.23 Florida Residents
• $9,322.44 Non-Florida Residents

Scholarships

There are many scholarships available for Santa Fe College students to apply to. Please visit the Scholarships webpage for more information and how to apply.

Financial Aid

There are many options to finance your education. You may be eligible for Federal Grants, Work Study, State Grants, Federal Loans, and Institutional Scholarships. Please visit the Financial Aid page for more information and how to apply.

Selection criteria and points system is subject to change. It is the applicant's responsibility to check with the Health Sciences Advisement Office for up-to-date requirements and information.

Prior Degree (Maximum Points = 5)

• B.A./B.S. or MA/MS

GPA earned in Professional Program (Accredited Radiography, Nuclear Medicine Technology or Radiation Therapy) (Maximum Points = 20)

• 3.75 to 4.00 (20 PTS)
• 3.50 to 3.74 (15PTS)
• 3.00 to 3.49 (10PTS)
• 2.75 to 2.99 (5PTS)
• 2.50 to 2.74 (2PTS)

Work Experience (Maximum Points = 10)

• 5+ years Radiographer or Nuclear Medicine Technology work experience (10PTS)
• 4-5 years Radiographer or Nuclear Medicine Technology work experience (8PTS)
• 2-3 years Radiographer or Nuclear Medicine Technology work experience (4PTS)
• 1 year Radiographer or Nuclear Medicine Technology work experience (2PTS)

Work experience MUST be documented on official stationary or Health Sciences Work Experience form and signed by employer. Incomplete or undocumented forms will not count for points consideration. HSCO cannot contact employers or verify work experience hours. Part-time hours will be converted to full-time hours based upon a 40-hour work week. Documentation should include dates, hours worked, PT or FT status and duration of employment. Falsifying documents is grounds for revoking application to program and a possible violation of the SF Student Code of Conduct.

Military Service (5 points)

Five points will be awarded to US Armed Forces active duty and honorably discharged veterans. Includes recent Reservist and National Guard combat deployments. DD-214 or proof of current service required. Part-time Reservist or National Guard service must equal 365 active duty days (i.e., weekend service, annual 2-week assignment and deployment). Service dates may be combined. Minimum one year active duty service required. Veterans who receive a general discharge must be classified without misconduct.

The Computed Tomography program spans two semesters with courses meeting in a variety of formats to include: on-campus, on-line, and virtually. In addition, students will conduct clinical internships at regional hospitals.

The Computed Tomography program core courses is a total of 17.0 credit hours.

The Technical courses must be taken as a cohort in the order indicated below.

Term 1 (9 credit hours)

• RTE2571L Clinical Education I (3.0 credit hours)
• RTE2762 Sectional Anatomy (3.0 credit hours)
• RTE2581 CT Physics and Instrumentation (3.0 credit hours)

Term 2 (8 credit hours)

• RTE2542 CT Imaging Procedures (3.0 credit hours)
• RTE2815 CT Clinical Education II (2.0 credit hours)
• RTE2130 Patient Care and Pharmacology (3.0 credit hours)

Health Sciences program applicants should possess sufficient physical motor, intellectual, emotion and social/communication skills to provide for patient care, safety and utilization of equipment. Performance standards for the program are outlined below.

Computed Tomography (CT) Technologists must demonstrate an understanding of human cross sectional anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology and medical terminology. Additionally, they must maintain a high degree of accuracy in positioning and exposure technique, including radiation protection and safety. As a primary liaison between patients and radiologists and other members of the support team, CT Technologists must remain sensitive to the physical and emotional needs of the patient through good communication, patient assessment, patient monitoring and patient care skills. Based on these requirements, the following list of Program Performance Standards has been developed. Each standard has an example of activities which a student will be required to perform, with or without an accommodation, while enrolled in the CT program.

The Program Performance Standards should be used as a guide to assist applicants in determining whether or not accommodations or modifications are necessary in order to meet program participation requirements. Applicants who identify potential difficulties with meeting the Program Performance Standards should communicate their concerns to the Academic Chair for Allied Health Programs. If the concern is related to a documented disability, applicants are responsible for contacting the Disabilities Resource Center. Determination of reasonable and appropriate accommodation will be made on an individual basis in consultation with the Disabilities Resource Center. Additionally, applicants should assess their aptitude and ability to perform professional duties by reviewing the Program Performance Standards below and discussing them with their healthcare provider.

Critical Thinking

Standard: Critical thinking sufficient for clinical judgment. Possess satisfactory intellectual and emotional functions to exercise independent judgment and discretion in the safe technical performance of medical imaging.

Examples: Handle multiple priorities and apply reasoning and evaluation skills. Exhibit intellectual and emotional functions in a satisfactory manner to exercise independent judgment and discretion in the safe technical performance of medical imaging procedures.

Interpersonal

Standard: Interpersonal abilities sufficient to interact with individuals, families and groups from a variety of social, emotional, cultural and intellectual backgrounds.
Examples: Display patience, empathy and concern for others. Deal with fear and hostility in a calm manner. Work with others in stressful situations.

Communication

Standard: Communication abilities sufficient for interaction with others in prompt, coherent and concise manner. Must be able to follow spontaneous verbal and/or written instructions. Able to accurately document pertinent information.
Examples: Communicate needs in a prompt, clear and concise manner. Accurately document pertinent information.

Mobility

Standard: Physical abilities sufficient to move independently from room to room and through hallways; maneuver in small places. Must be able to bend, crouch, squat, kneel, balance, reach above head, twist at waist. Must be able to sit and/or walk for extended periods of time.
Examples: Respond promptly to the surgeon's/patient's needs, manipulate equipment, lift a minimum of 30lbs, exert a sustained force of 20lbs, push/pull mobile equipment weighing up to 300lbs; participate as a team member of four in moving a 150 pound incapacitated patient; ensure patient safety.

Tactile and Motor Skills

Standard: Gross and fine motor abilities sufficient to safely and effectively perform job tasks and respond to patient needs.
Examples: Ability to grasp, hold, grip, seize, turn or otherwise manipulate equipment with hands.

Hearing

Standard: Auditory ability sufficient to monitor and assess health needs.
Examples: Detect and evaluate the sounds of advanced monitors and alarms; monitor patients and communication verbally with patients and other health care providers.

Visual

Standard: Visual ability sufficient for observation and assessment of patients and equipment.
Examples: Observe and monitor patients, manipulate equipment.

Program Effectiveness captures the quality of a program using qualitative data such as program completion, national exam pass rates and job placement.

Class of 2023
6 Students admitted
6 Students graduated; 100% completion rate

Class of 2022
3 Students admitted
3 Students graduated; 100% completion rate
3 Graduates took credentialing exam
3 Graduates passed credentialing exam; 100% pass rate

Class of 2021
No class admitted for the 2021 graduating period.

Class of 2020
No class admitted for the 2020 graduating period.

Class of 2019
5 Students admitted
4 Students graduated; 80% completion rate
4 Graduatestook credentialing exam
4 Graduatespassed credentialing exam; 100% pass rate

Class of 2018
14 Students admitted
10Students graduated; 71.4% completion rate
8 Graduatestook credentialing exam
8 Graduatespassed credentialing exam; 100% pass rate

Class of 2017
8 Students admitted
7 Students graduated; 87.5% completion rate
4 Graduatestook credentialing exam
4 Graduatespassed credentialing exam; 100% pass rate

Class of 2016
11 Students admitted
11 Students graduated; 100% completion rate
7 Graduatestook credentialing exam
7 Graduatespassed credentialing exam; 100% pass rate

Class of 2015
10 Students admitted
8 Students graduated; 80% completion rate
6 Graduatestook credentialing exam
6 Graduatespassed credentialing exam; 100% pass rate