POSTPRIMARY PATHWAY: BONE DENSITOMETRY
WORKING IN BONE DENSITOMETRY
Healthy and strong bones are essential for keeping active, especially as people grow older. If someone is at risk of low bone density or osteoporosis, or shows signs of subtle bone loss, doctors must be able to verify the condition before making treatment recommendations.
That’s where a bone densitometry technologist comes in. In this position, you’ll create images using specialized X-ray equipment, which can help doctors discover issues with patients’ bone health. If the test reveals bone loss, patients and their health providers can discuss treatment options, such as medication and lifestyle changes.
GET STARTED ON YOUR CREDENTIAL
To earn credentials in Bone Densitometry using the postprimary pathway, you must maintain compliance with the ARRT Standards of Ethics and fulfill additional requirements in structured education, clinical experience, and examination. You must also meet a supporting discipline prerequisite. For Bone Densitometry, you must first be certified and registered in Radiography, Nuclear Medicine Technology, or Radiation Therapy. Your Nuclear Medicine Technology credentials may be through ARRT or the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
To get started, review these important Bone Densitometry documents:
Next, use our online tool:
Our online postprimary tool will guide you through completing and logging your clinical experience and structured education activities.
Once you’ve finished those steps, you’ll be ready to apply online—and soon after that, you can schedule your exam.
QUESTIONS?
Earning a postprimary credential is challenging, yet very rewarding. If you have questions along the way, we’re here to help. Take a look at our postprimary FAQs, send us a message, or call us for more information.