The Computed Tomography Certificate is a two-semester advanced program designed for the professional development of registered radiologic technologists at the working technologist level.

Application Requirements:

* Requirements waived for continuing students

• $50 application fee*
• Must have an Associate of Science degree in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT Accredited)
• Provide proof of active American Registry of Radiologic Technology license
• Official transcripts from all schools attended
• Minimum GPA of a 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
• Three (3) Letters of Recommendation (academic/professional) - Recommendation form is required.

For International Students:

We do not require a separate application or additional fee, and you should be prepared to meet all of the admissions requirements as outlined above.

Application Requirements for all applicants submitting coursework outside of the USA:

• Official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) scores must be submitted prior to any offer of acceptance
  • All international applicants whose first language is not English must take the TOEFL
  • A minimum total score of 80
  • The scores must be sent directly from the Educational Testing Service (ETS) to the Office of Enrollment Management (admissionsinfo@cdrewu.edu)
  • Only the Internet Based Test TOEFL exam will be accepted
• Coursework completed outside the U.S. must be evaluated for U.S. course equivalency from one of the following services: (course-by-course evaluation required)
• World Education Services (WES)
• Josef Silny & Associates (JSA)
• Global Credential Evaluators (GCE)
• International Education Research Foundation (IERF)
• Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute (ACEI)
• American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admission Officers, International Education Service (AACRAO IES)

Click here for the Recommendation Form

• Application for Graduate Admissions
• $50 Non-refundable Application Fee
• An earned master of science in nursing degree from a regionally accredited college/university or the equivalent of a U.S. master of science in nursing degree from a regionally accredited college/university based on a University approved foreign credential evaluation
• Official academic transcripts from all previous colleges and/or universities attended
• Current unrestricted RN license to practice professional nursing in the state of California
• Completion of the following pre-requisite course
  • Statistics
• An absolute cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required
• Proficiency in English is mandatory. All applicants whose first language is not English must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL, http://www.toefl.org/ ). The minimum overall score is 84; 24 is the minimum score in the speaking section, and 24 is the writing section minimum score.
• Personal Goal Statement (2-3 pages)
  • The applicant's goals must be congruent to those of the MMDSON, the University, and the applicant's chosen specialty. A personal goal statement is required, which may be submitted online via the CDU online application system, in a .pdf or Word format. The goal statement is an opportunity for students to tell the admissions committee about their career plans upon completion of their graduate degree. Before writing a goal statement, prospective students should review carefully the information about the Entry Level program on CDU's website so that they can clearly indicate to the admissions committee that they are a good fit with the program.
• Three (3) Letters of Recommendation (academic/professional) - Recommendation form is required
  • Click here for the Recommendation Form
  • Recommendations from family, friends, or other students are NOT accepted. Recommendations should address the following areas:
    • relationships with work (paid or voluntary) associates
    • work competence
    • communication and interpersonal skills with persons of diverse backgrounds
    • leadership skills or potential
    • values, ethical standards, responsibility, and initiative
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Computer proficiency is required (especially word processing and internet/web skills)

• Application for Graduate Admissions
• $50 Non-refundable Application Fee
• An earned master of science in nursing degree from a regionally accredited college/university or the equivalent of a U.S. master of science in nursing degree from a regionally accredited college/university based on a University approved foreign credential evaluation
• Official academic transcripts from all previous colleges and/or universities attended
• Current unrestricted RN license to practice professional nursing in the state of California
• Completion of the following pre-requisite course
  • Statistics
• An absolute cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required
• Proficiency in English is mandatory. All applicants whose first language is not English must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL, http://www.toefl.org/ ). The minimum overall score is 84; 24 is the minimum score in the speaking section, and 24 is the writing section minimum score
• Personal Goal Statement (2-3 pages)
  • The applicant's goals must be congruent to those of the MMDSON, the University and the applicant's chosen specialty. A personal goal statement is required, which may be submitted online via the CDU online application system, in a .pdf or Word format. The goal statement is an opportunity for students to tell the admissions committee about their career plans upon completion of their graduate degree. Before writing a goal statement, prospective students should review carefully information about the Entry Level program on CDU's website so that they can clearly indicate to the admissions committee that they are a good fit with the program
• Three (3) Letters of Recommendation (academic/professional) - Recommendation form is required
  • Click here for the Recommendation Form
  • Recommendations from family, friends or other students are NOT accepted. Recommendations should address the following areas:
    • relationships with work (paid or voluntary) associates
    • work competence
    • communication and interpersonal skills with persons of diverse backgrounds
    • leadership skills or potential
    • values, ethical standards, responsibility and initiative
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Computer proficiency is required (especially word processing and internet/web skills)

Application Cycle — Timeline:

• First-Time Applicant: January 5, 2023 - March 23, 2023
• Re-Applicant: January 5, 2023 – July 5, 2023
• CDU PLP Interviews: April – July
• CDU PLP Notifications of Acceptance: May - July

Application Process:

CDU PLP is a proud partner of the UC Postbacc Consortium. The UC Postbacc Consortium utilizes a joint online application and a centralized service for supporting materials. In order to apply to our postbacc program please visit the following website*:

https://health.ucdavis.edu/postbacc-consortium

*Application opens January 5, 2023

I. APPLICATION:  Complete the Application via the UC Postbaccalaureate Consortium website, including the following:

• MCAT transcripts (if previously taken)
• AMCAS application (if previously applied to medical school)
• Personal Statement, Postbaccalaureate Essay, and Community Service Essay
• Confidential Letters of Recommendations (3)
  
  • One (1) from science faculty member
  • One (1) from a community service experience
  • One (1) from a faculty member, medical/research pathway program director, research director or principal investigator, or representative from a medical-related volunteer program
• Official transcripts from all Universities/Colleges attended
  • Via email to pbcentraladmin@ucdavis.edu
  • Or Interfolio
  • Or via mailing address to:
    UC Postbaccalaureate Consortium
    UC Davis School of Medicine
    4610 X Street, Suite 4101
    Sacramento, CA 95817

II. INTERVIEW: Select applicants will be invited to continue the application process by participating in an in-person or virtual interview

III. ACCEPTANCE:  CDU PLP applicants accepted into the program will be notified via a phone call and then a follow-up email. Tuition deposits will be due two weeks after notification to confirm enrollment.

For more information, please contact us at cdupostbacc@cdrewu.edu