FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about the programs in Advanced Imaging
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Do the certificate and bachelor students receive the same information for the modality?
Yes.
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Does your program meet the ARRT structured education requirement for certification and registration?
Yes, all modalities have been approved.
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What is your first time ARRT registry pass rate?
We have an above average ARRT first time pass rate.
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What are the pre-reqs for the modalities?
CT and MRI require cross-sectional anatomy. This must meet content if transferred in.
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Do I need to have an Associate’s degree to complete the certificate?
Yes. You need a degree from an accredited radiology program to enter the certificate program.
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I am a registered nuclear medicine technologist. What modalities can I take?
MRI. The other three modalities require a radiography degree to operate the machinery.
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Do you cover a review book?
Each modality covers a registry review book.
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Where can I do my clinical rotations?
We find a convenient clinical rotation for you. And it’s okay if you are outside the Kettering College area, we will work on obtaining an affiliation agreement with a clinical site of your choice. Obtaining a new affiliation agreement may take one month to one year.
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Are the didactic and clinical offered in the same semester?
Yes. Didactic and clinical are required in the same semester.
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How often do I go to clinical?
Minimum of three days a week.
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What if I am unable to obtain the 125 ARRT exams in one semester?
We offer a variable clinical rotation.
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How long is each modality?
CT: 16 weeks – fall semesters
MRI: 1.5 semesters – spring/summer semesters
VIT: 16 weeks – fall semesters
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How long do hospital contracts take?
On average they take one month to one year due to both hospitals of choice and school legal teams having to review contract.
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Can I take bachelor courses while doing a modality?
Yes. We do however recommend taking MRI by itself since it is a new physics.
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Are the modalities offered online?
Yes, all modalities are offered online.
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Are the modalities offered on campus?
All online.
CT Fall – 16 weeks
VIT Fall – 16 weeks
MRI Spring/Summer – 1.5 semesters
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Do I have to find my own clinical site?
No. We have multiple clinical sites that host our students. The sites are rotating based on their need and availability.
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Is this a post primary program or primary?
The Advanced Imaging program is a post primary program.
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Is cross-sectional anatomy offered online?
Yes. We offer cross-sectional anatomy online in the summer for 10 week. This is subject to minimum student enrollment.
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How much money do I make?
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