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Bone Densitometry Training Course
About this Program
Our students have a 97% pass rate when taking the DXA certification board exam. Help others maintain their strength through screenings that promote better bone health.
This 2-day or self-paced course is a comprehensive review of the role of bone densitometry for technologists and other health professionals in osteoporosis diagnosis and treatment. Rather than teaching yourself, you'll go through the course material with a DXA expert with experience as a bone densitometry technologist. With the option to learn at your own pace, you can weave certification preparation into your schedule at your convenience.
Bone Densitometry Course Focus
The course covers the technology, clinical applications, interpretation of medical imaging results, clinical procedures, body composition, handling of problem cases, radiation safety, quality assurance, bone health, and the establishment and operation of a bone densitometry service in adherence with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT®) bone densitometry educational standards, as well as bone densitometry certification exam requirements. If earning your DXA certification would boost your career, consider the benefits of completing this program as your next step toward your goal.
This course is appropriate for anyone wanting to learn about bone densitometry including technologists, physicians, managers and allied health personnel interested in becoming a Certified Bone Densitometry Technologists (CBDT®). It would also be useful for individuals from companies offering products related to bone densitometry or those setting up, managing or operating a bone densitometry service.
Take a moment to compare our 2-day Fast-Track and Online Self-Paced options to find the best fit for you!
Bone Densitometry Licensing & Certification
This bone density for technologist course offers participants CE credits and bone densitometry exam prep, making it ideal for those interested in becoming a certified bone densitometry technologist, or renewing ISCD certification or ARRT® (DEXA) scan certification credentials.
ARRT® Certification in Bone Densitometry
This activity can be used towards the 16 hours of structured education for ARRT® and The International Society for Clinical Densitometry (ISCD) certification and registration requirements related to bone densitometry content specifications. To put it simply, ARRT® certification qualifies individuals to as bone densitometry technologist roles. Earning your certification helps ensure you can perform with competence in all types of clinical settings. The exam covers essential topics in helping doctors analyze and diagnose the bone health of their patients. To qualify for this exam, you will need to hold ARRT® credentials in a related discipline.
Need more information about requirements and the registry exam?
CLICK HERE and visit the ARRT® website. All clinical requirements and eligibility requirements to sit for the registry exam are listed!
ISCD Certification & Re-Certification
If you need to earn or renew your certification through the ISCD, this course meets the criteria for exam preparation. The ISCD certification exam is given at locations across the United States. The exam consists of 150 total multiple-choice questions that cover knowledge of best practices and industry standards. Like the ARRT® certification, earning or maintaining your ISCD certification can boost your professional potential in a variety of healthcare settings.
Need Info About Your State Requirements?
State licensing requirements for Bone Densitometry vary. Contact your state agency to ensure you are compliant. Visit the Visit the ARRT® Individual State Licensure Information or the ISCD websites to learn more about the certification that aligns with your credentials and requirements.
California Only: California licensed radiologic technologists may take this course toward structured education to sit for the ARRT® Bone Densitometry Post-Primary exam. This course does not fulfill the training needs for limited licensure in bone densitometry in the State of California. Contact the California Department of Public Health for limited licensure training.
Educational Objectives
At the competition of the 2-day or self-paced online Bone Densitometry Training Course, participants will:
- Be able to describe the pathology & physiology of osteoporosis
- Know all the risk factors involved in the development of osteoporosis
- Describe the difference between pencil and fan beam technologies
- Understand T & Z scores and their role
- Understand the principles of photon absorptiometry and DXA scans in determining bone mineral density and identifying osteoporosis
NEW FOR 2025! Two Learning Formats to Meet Your Needs:
1. Live Webinar – The FAST-TRACK to Certification
- Complete the didactic portion and apply it toward the 16 hours of structured education required for ARRT® and ISCD certification.
- Enjoy the convenience of remote learning with live instruction.
- Participate in real-time Q&A sessions.
- Experience a personal touch while learning from home.
2. Online Self-Paced – Ultimate Flexibility
- Start any time with immediate access upon registration.
- Complete the didactic portion and apply it toward the 16 hours of structured education required for ARRT® and ISCD certification.
- Learn at your own pace and on your own schedule.
- Access the same expert-led curriculum for up to one year.
- Ideal for self-motivated learners balancing busy schedules.
Schedule
What this course will cover
Note: Topics in the online self-paced program are comprehensive and equivalent to our live webinar course. | |
Day 1 | |
| 8:00 am | Bone Densitometry Overview
Suggestions for Setting Up a Bone Densitometry Room/Office/Laboratory
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An Overview of Osteoporosis
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| Lunch Break | |
Principles and Instrumentation of DXA Equipment
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Quality Control
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| 4:00 pm | Adjourn for the Day |
Day 2 | |
| 8:00 am | Radiation Safety
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Procedures: Forearm DXA Scanning | |
Procedures: Proximal Femur DXA Scanning | |
Procedures: PA Lumbar Spine DXA Scanning | |
| Lunch Break | |
| Case Studies | |
| ARRT® Exam Preparation/Content Specifications | |
| 3:00 pm | Adjourn |
Audience
Who should attend?
This course is appropriate for anyone wanting to prepare for bone densitometry certification including technologists, managers and allied health personnel. It would also be useful for vendors offering products related to bone density. This activity can be used towards the 16 hours of structured education for ARRT® and ISCD certification and registration requirements related to bone densitometry content specifications and is designed to ready students for ISCD certification or ARRT® DEXA certification.
Are you interested in learning about bone densitometry (DEXA)? Read our full blog to answer any initial questions you may have!
Program Faculty
Meet your presenter(s)
Michelle Heater
RT(R)(M)(BD), CBDT
Michelle Heater has over 45 years of experience in Medical Imaging. Michelle has been a dedicated bone densitometrist for 25 years. She graduated from Northeastern University with a degree in applied science. Michelle is certified by both the ARRT® and the ICSD. She was an item writer for the ARRT® exam and a member of the expert panel that reviewed the exam. Michelle has spoken at international meetings and has served on several boards regarding bone densitometry. She has extensive clinical experience having worked on Hologic and GE Healthcare/Lunar scanners. Michelle has participated in several community outreach programs aimed at educating the public and healthcare professionals about bone health. Her friendly teaching style and extensive knowledge of bone densitometry will make this a very enjoyable educational experience.
Credits
Accredited training programs
ASRT Category A
This program provides 16 hour(s) of Category A continuing education credit for radiologic technologists approved by ASRT and recognized by the ARRT® and various licensure states. Category A credit is also recognized for CE credit in Canada. You must attend the entire program to receive your certificate of completion.
CQR credits have been applied to this activity.Tuition
| Audience | Price | Early Price | Member Price | Member Early Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Live Webinar | $579.00 | $535.00 | $549.00 | $519.00 |
| Online Self-Paced | $579.00 | $549.00 |
Partial refunds may be available for ONLINE SELF-PACED purchases if Reach 360 registration has not be completed.
Early Pricing Guidelines
Qualifying 'Early' registrations must be made at least 21 days in advance for the live webinar program.
Cancellation Policy
Courses
Refunds, minus a $50 processing fee, will be granted for cancellations received prior to 3 days before the program. Cancellations received within 3 days of the program will receive a credit toward a future MTMI program, minus the $50 processing fee. No refunds will be made after the program starts. MTMI reserves the right to cancel any scheduled program because of low advance registration or other reasons. MTMI’s liability is limited to a refund of any program tuition paid. MTMI recommends that attendees use refundable airline tickets. In case of cancellation of a program for any reason, MTMI is not responsible for travel costs incurred by attendees including non-refundable airline tickets. When offered, WEBINAR ATTENDEES that cannot log in due to unsolvable technical issues beyond their control will be eligible for a full refund.
