10-526-174ARRT Certification Seminar
Course Information
Description
Provides preparation for the for the national certification examination prepared by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Simulated registry examinations are utilized.
Total Credits
2

Course Competencies
  1. Prepare for the ARRT examination
    Assessment Strategies
    by creating an action plan
    Criteria
    action plan includes the process of application for certification and licensure
    action plan includes plan for studying for the examination(s)

  2. Demonstrate competence in safety
    Assessment Strategies
    by taking a sample registry exam
    by preparing an oral or written reflection on your performance
    Criteria
    you answer questions related to biological aspects of radiation
    you answer questions related to Minimizing Patient Exposure
    you answer questions related to personnel protection
    you answer questions related to radiation exposure and monitoring
    reflection describes learning goals
    reflection presents a realistic picture of your current skill level prior to review
    reflection accurately describes the skill level needed to perform competently on the ARRT examination
    reflection includes specific strategies for continued improvement of your skills if needed

  3. Demonstrate competence in image production
    Assessment Strategies
    by taking a sample registry exam
    by preparing an oral or written reflection on your performance
    Criteria
    you answer questions related to principles of radiation physics
    you answer questions related to radiographic equipment
    you answer questions related to quality control of radiographic equipment and accessories
    you answer questions related to selection of technical facts
    you answer questions related to image processing and quality assurance
    you answer questions related to criteria for image evaluation
    reflection describes learning goals
    reflection presents a realistic picture of your current skill level prior to review
    reflection accurately describes the skill level needed to perform competently on the ARRT examination
    reflection includes specific strategies for continued improvement of your skills if needed

  4. Demonstrate competence in procedures
    Assessment Strategies
    by taking a sample registry exam
    by preparing an oral or written reflection on your performance
    Criteria
    you answer questions related to thorax
    you answer questions related to abdomen and GI studies
    you answer questions related to urological
    you answer questions related to spine and pelvis
    you answer questions related to cranium
    you answer questions related to extremities
    you answer questions related to other procedures
    reflection describes learning goals
    reflection presents a realistic picture of your skill prior to the learning experience
    reflection accurately describes your new skill level
    reflection includes specific strategies for continued improvement of your skills if needed

  5. Demonstrate competence in patient care
    Assessment Strategies
    by taking a sample registry exam
    by preparing an oral or written reflection on your performance
    Criteria
    you answer questions related to thorax
    you answer questions related to abdomen and GI studies
    you answer questions related to urological
    you answer questions related to spine and pelvis
    you answer questions related to cranium
    you answer questions related to extremities
    you answer questions related to other procedures
    reflection describes learning goals
    reflection presents a realistic picture of your skill prior to the learning experience
    reflection accurately describes your new skill level
    reflection includes specific strategies for continued improvement of your skills if needed