The majority of CT technologists work in hospital settings. However, they also work in surgery centers, imaging centers, physician?s offices and clinics.

Educational Requirements and Resources
In terms of education, this position requires an individual be a graduate of an accredited radiologic technology or radiation therapy educational program. After the education process is complete, an individual must then become a registered technologist in either radiologic technology or radiation therapy. (For specific educational requirements, registration requirements, and a listing of educational programs in the state of Ohio, please click on the following: Radiologic Technologist (Radiographer), Radiation Therapist).

After initial registration, individuals must then pass an advanced level registration examination in the area of computed tomography given by a nationally recognized organization such as The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Individuals are eligible to take the examination only after completing a minimum number of clinical training hours in areas pertaining to computed tomography. After completion of clinical requirements, an individual may then take the examination. Upon passing the examination, an individual becomes a registered computed tomography technologist. For additional information on computed tomography technology as a career, please visit the American Society of Radiologic Technologists.