Mammography Seminar

Mammography Seminar: Initial Training Course

This 31.75-hour program is the required Initial Training Seminar for Radiologic Technologists to perform Mammography.
Upon completion, students perform the requirements for ARRT certification with their employer. Clinical components required to apply for the ARRT certification exam in Mammography are at the student's discretion.

Please note: JCC does not assign clinical opportunities for students.

The course is approved through the American Society of Radiologic Technologists for CEU credits.

Registration/Orientation

You must be present at these times to register and must attend the orientation:
June 27, July 11 and July 23, 2013
Time: 1400 p.m.
JCC Public Service Safety Building (PSSB) Auditorium

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Driver’s License
2. Copy of Radiology Training certificate
3. Tuition of $120 with registration form
4. Purchase Mammography Book from JCC Bookstore, CE shelf
   Contact the bookstore at (919) 209-2225
5. The student must be ARRT certified and provide a copy of their ARRT card.

Course Description:

A well-integrated course designed to educate graduate radiographers and prepare ARRT Registered Radiographers for advanced ARRT Certification in Mammography and to meet MQSA Federal regulations.

Course Objectives:

• To define the radiographer’s role in patient education and Mammography Assessment.
• Study the areas of Breast Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathology.
• Learn and demonstrate breast positioning, image evaluation, and Alternate positioning procedures.
• Learn Mammographic Technique, Instrumentation, and Quality Assurance.
• Know and understand State/ACR/FDA regulations.

Mammography Initial Seminar

Dates: June 1, 2, 8, 9
Weekdays: Sat/Sun Classes
Time: 0800 a.m. - 1700 p.m.
(Ends at 1600 p.m. last day)
Please note: JCC does not assign clinical opportunities for students.

Dates: November 9, 10, 16, 17
Weekdays: Sat/Sun Classes
Time: 0800 a.m. - 1700 p.m.
(Ends at 1600 p.m. last day)
Please note: JCC does not assign clinical opportunities for students.

*Students must be present for entire course to receive credit.

31.75 hours for Radiologic Technologists

Tuition: $120
Books: $60 (est.)
JCC Campus, Health Science Bldg, Room F169

Registration Form with a copy of Driver’s License and ARRT certification card should be sent to:

JOHNSTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
ATTN: Mammography Seminar; Connie Grady
P. O. Box 2350
Smithfield, North Carolina 27577

ALL FAXED REGISTRATION FORMS SHOULD BE SENT TO CONNIE GRADY AT (919) 464-2350