About this Program

This 4-part Mammography Registry Review series follows the registry content specifications as outlined in the most current Mammography Certification Handbook. Completing all four parts provides 16 continuing education credits. The program is appropriate for mammographers wanting to prepare for the Mammography registry or to enhance current knowledge in mammography and breast imaging.

A certificate of attendance, documenting 4-credit hours will be provided for each individual upon completion of each 3.5-hour program. Completing all 4 parts of this series will provide the 16 hours of structured education related to the content specifications outlined by the ARRT, required for certification and registration. 

 

Agenda:  Part 4 

Design Characteristics of Mammography Systems 

  • Image Production 

  • Mammography Tube 

  • Grids 

  • Compression Paddles 

  • System Geometry 

Mammographic Technique – Technical Factors 

  • Technique Factor Selection 

  • Mammography X-ray Spectrum 

Digital Acquisition, Display & Informatics 

  • Informatics and Receptors 

  • Detectors 

  • Acquisition Workstations 

  • Computer Aided Detection (CAD) 

Quality Control for Digital Mammography 

  • Defining QC 

  • Technologist QC Testing 

  • Physicist QC Tests  

 

 

How it Works:

  • Your On Demand CE activity that you purchased will be located in your “My Account” section once you log into the MTMI Website.

  • You have three attempts to pass each quiz.

  • You must earn a score of 75 % or higher.

  • Credit is recorded the day you submit and pass the quiz and is determined using Central time.

  • You have 30 days to complete and pass the quiz.

  • Once passed, access your MTMI “My Account” to print your “Certificate of Completion.”

  • This video expires 1 year after purchase date.

 

Educational Objectives

By the end of this program, participants will:

  • Understand the design characteristics of mammography units

  • Review mammography technique/technical factors

  • Review digital acquisition, display and informatics for mammography

  • Discuss technologist quality control in mammography 

Program Faculty

Meet your presenter(s)

Cheryl Seastrand

Cheryl Seastrand

RT(R)(M)(BS)

Cheryl Seastrand has over 25 years of experience as a Breast Imaging Specialist. As a registered Mammographer and Breast Sonographer, Cheryl is committed to providing high quality development and delivery of education and training in Breast Imaging. She was on the ARRT Breast Sonography Practice Analysis Advisory Committee and has worked with additional professional affiliations on Mammography projects. Cheryl has a proven history of providing accurate, rational analysis and implementation of regulatory compliance and accreditation. Cheryl works extensively with breast imaging facilities nationally by providing competency assessment and recommended improvements to enhance breast imaging programs. 

Though Cheryl Seastrand is an ARRT committee member, by binding contract, Cheryl cannot reveal in whole or in part any ARRT's copyrighted questions or any other insider information about the ARRT's examinations or assessments. The ARRT does not review, evaluate, or endorse review courses, activities, materials, or products and this disclaimer should not be construed as an endorsement by the ARRT.

Credits

Accredited training programs

ASRT Category A Credit Information

ASRT Category A

This program provides 4 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.