CT Therapy Certificate (CTRT)
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CT Therapy Certificate (CTRT)

Issued on: 18.9.2023
Earner: Heather Dobson
The intent of the CT Therapy Certificate is to provide a mechanism for radiation therapists to demonstrate knowledge and competence in the field of CT Simulation, to promote standards of excellence within this clinical area, and to identify those who have met a nationally recognized standard.

Criteria

CTRT Criteria

The CAMRT CT Therapy Certificate is available to:

  • Radiation therapists who have been certified by the CAMRT
  • Internationally educated medical radiation technologists (IEMRTs) in the specialty of radiation therapy who are graduates of medical radiation technology programs similar to Canadian accredited programs

The CTRT program has both didactic and clinical components.

Didactic Learning

1. Successful completion of CAMRT’s CT Imaging 1 course, with a minimum exam mark of 75%. 2. Successful completion of CAMRT’s CT Imaging 2 - Radiation Therapy course, with a minimum exam mark of 75%. 3. Successful completion of CAMRT’s CT Imaging 3 – Radiation Therapy course, with a minimum exam mark of 75%. 4. Successful completion of one of the following Quick Self Studies, with a minimum quiz mark of 75%.

   •	**[Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy](https://camrt.force.com/CPBase__store?site=a0a1a00000AMdCoAAL)**
   •	**[Respiratory Gating ](https://camrt.force.com/CPBase__store?site=a0a1a00000AMdCoAAL)**
   •	**[Brachytherapy](https://camrt.force.com/CPBase__store?site=a0a1a00000AMdCoAAL)**
   •	**[Stereotactic Radiosurgery](https://camrt.force.com/CPBase__store?site=a0a1a00000AMdCoAAL)**

Clinical Experience

1. Practice for at least 16 weeks (80 full time shifts) in an 18-month time block and; 2. Completion of a Summary of Clinical Competence under the direct supervision of an eligible Clinical Advisor. The SCC is a list of procedures and associated competencies that must be assessed by the clinical advisor.

After review of all components – didactic and clinical - by the CTIC Committee, the CT Therapy Certificate is granted to the radiation therapist. The designation granted is CTRT.

Download the Program Handbook, including the complete list of procedures and associated competencies.

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