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Certified Clinical Densitometrist
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CCD ISCD Bone Densitometry Certifications: Study Roadmap
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Bone Physiology and Imaging TechnologiesYou are here
Study bone remodeling, peak bone mass, fracture types, DXA acquisition and artifacts, and when to use vertebral imaging. These two domains account for 36 of 100 items.
Interpretation and ISCD Official Positions
Practice site and score selection, serial comparison, advanced imaging interpretation, reporting, and pediatric, young-adult, bariatric and limited-mobility cases. Interpretation accounts for 33 of 100 items.
Risk Assessment and FRAX
Study epidemiology, secondary causes, FRAX usage, and clinical evaluation including labs and imaging. About 16% of the exam.
Management and Practice Exams
Review prevention, counseling, medication selection and follow-up DXA. Use timed CCD practice questions to identify interpretation rules to revisit.
Can You Take the CCD Exam?
Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements
- •Licensed clinicians must be in good standing with their medical licensing board. Fellows and residents must obtain a program director attestation.
- •For the PhD route, the handbook requires a degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or a foreign equivalent.
- •ISCD must approve the application and receive the fee before exam access. Complete the exam within the 90-day access window and in one 100-minute session.
- •The Quality Bone Densitometry course is optional.
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What You'll Study
9 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide
Chapter 1: Bone Biology, Microarchitecture & Remodeling
3 sections
Chapter 2: Bone Turnover Biomarkers & Fragility Pathophysiology
4 sections
Chapter 3: DXA Physics, Instrumentation & Quality Control
7 sections
Chapter 4: Alternative Skeletal Imaging Modalities
4 sections
Chapter 5: Central DXA Scan Acquisition, Artifacts & Region of Interest Selection
6 sections
Chapter 6: Diagnostic Classification & ISCD Official Positions
6 sections
Chapter 7: Advanced Clinical Assessment: VFA & Trabecular Bone Score
4 sections
Chapter 8: Fracture Risk Stratification & Secondary Osteoporosis
8 sections
Chapter 9: Osteoporosis Management, Pharmacotherapy & Monitoring
6 sections
CCD Exam Details
Certified Clinical Densitometrist
Administered by ISCD
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official ISCD content outline
Bone development, microarchitecture, remodeling, peak bone mass and fracture burden
Radiation physics and safety, DXA acquisition and artifacts, vertebral fracture assessment and radiographs
Study quality, T-scores and Z-scores, BMD, least significant change, interpretation, reporting and special populations
Fracture epidemiology, clinical and secondary risk factors, history, labs, imaging and FRAX
Lifestyle and fall prevention, osteoporosis medicines, DXA surveillance and patient education
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What's Next After the CCD?
After passing the CCD, you can pursue these career paths
ISCD CBDT
Technologist credential for performing DXA scans
ARRT Bone Densitometry
Postprimary ARRT certification and registration for technologists performing bone densitometry.
ABIM Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism
Physician subspecialty certification covering endocrine disorders, including calcium and bone disorders.
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