Mammography Basics

24 Category A Credits, Includes 4 Digital Hours

Accepted for the MQSA and ARRT®

Course Description

This comprehensive course provides technologists with essential knowledge and skills to consistently produce high-quality mammograms. Key topics encompass anatomy and positioning, with a focus on accommodating diverse body types. The course also addresses breast pathology, interventional procedures, and effective patient communication strategies.
New technologies, such as tomosynthesis, thermal imaging, and microwave imaging, provide information on current and emerging technology. The course covers quality metrics and regulatory standards related to the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) and American College of Radiology (ACR) accreditation. Additionally, radiation protection and radiobiology principles will be reviewed to enhance understanding and application in practice.

Breast Imaging Course Acceptance List

• MQSA – Meets Requirements
• Accepted for the ARRT®
• NMTCB – Accepted for CNMT
• California – Accepted, includes 4 digital hours
• Florida – Accepted
• Texas – Accepted
• All Other States – Accepted
• ARDMS – Not Accepted

Course Expires 6/30/2029 (Complete the course before the expiration date and within your CE requirement window, and the course will be accepted by the ARRT, all states, and registries.)