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ARRT Computed Tomography Certification and Registration (CT)

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ARRT ARRT Certifications License: Complete Roadmap

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Phase 1You are here

Strengthen patient-care and safety fundamentals for CT workflows.

38
hours
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Phase 2

Drill image-production physics, parameter selection, and archive quality controls.

56
hours
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Phase 3

Master high-weight procedural categories across head/chest/abdomen/pelvis.

72
hours
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Phase 4

Run full-length timed simulations and finalize weak-area review.

40
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Estimated total study time
206 hours
That's about 21 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the ARRT CT Exam?

Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements

Age
Education
Structured education completion specific to CT under ARRT postprimary pathway
Experience
Complete required CT clinical experience procedures and verifier sign-off before application approval
Additional Requirements
  • Three attempts maximum to pass the exam within three years of first exam window opening
  • Each exam attempt requires a new application and fee
  • Exam scheduling and delivery handled through Pearson VUE

ARRT CT Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

10-16 weeks for most candidates

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Pearson VUE

In-Person Only
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Retake Policy

ARRT allows three attempts within three years from the first exam window; each attempt requires reapplication and a new fee.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$225 postprimary application fee
Application Fee$450 postprimary fee when CT uses NMTCB as supporting category
Total Estimated Cost$225 standard ARRT pathway; $450 NMTCB-supported pathway
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What You'll Study

15 chapters covering everything you need to pass

ARRT CT Exam Details

ARRT Computed Tomography Certification and Registration (CT)

Administered by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Official Source
Scaled score 75 (score scale 1-99)
Passing Score
195
Questions
3
Hours
$225 postprimary application fee (ARRT supporting category pathway)
Exam Fee
Study time: 140-220 hours
Prerequisites: Postprimary pathway: approved supporting credential plus completed CT structured education and clinical experience requirements.
Valid for: Annual renewal with continuing qualification requirements over time

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) content outline

Patient Care12.7% (21/165)

Patient interactions, preparation, contrast/media handling, and response management.

Safety12.7% (21/165)

Radiation physics, dose optimization, and radiation protection practice.

Image Production31.5% (52/165)

Image formation, acquisition parameters, quality evaluation, and archiving.

Procedures43.0% (71/165)

Head/spine/MSK, neck/chest, and abdomen/pelvis procedure execution.

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