Specialty Certificate Programs are educational opportunities for MRTs to enhance theoretical and clinical skills and does not certify to work as an MRT in Canada. Refer to the Certification section of the website for more information.
A specialty certificate program provides a mechanism to demonstrate knowledge and competence in a special area of practice, promotes standards of excellence and identifies those who have met a nationally recognized standard.
The programs provide an excellent opportunity for continuing professional development, a credential that is admired and sought by employers, and a means for the healthcare community and the public to recognize technologists who have achieved a high level competency in a practice area.
Program Eligibility
The CAMRT Specialty Certificate Programs are available to:
CAMRT full practice members
Non-members who have been certified by CAMRT
Internationally educated medical radiation technologists (IEMRTs) who are graduates of medical radiation technology programs
Documentation required from IEMRTs:
Notarized copy of diploma/degree/certificate from entry-level education program.
Letter from entry-level education program verifying length of program to include both didactic and clinical components of the program.
Specialty Certificates are intended to
Provide a mechanism for MRTs to demonstrate knowledge and competence
Promote standards of excellence within a clinical area
Identify those who have met a nationally recognized standard
Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists 85 Albert St, Suite 1000, Ottawa, ON, K1P 6A4 phone: 613 234-0012 / 800 463-9729 fax: 613 234-1097 www.camrt.ca
