Pre-registration
The Certificate in Diagnostic Radiography program aims to develop competent mid-level technical personnel who possess strong academic knowledge and practical imaging skills essential for real-world healthcare settings. This program equips students with a comprehensive understanding of medical imaging techniques and the ability to operate advanced diagnostic equipment confidently and accurately.
Graduates of this program enjoy a wide range of career opportunities in the growing healthcare sector. They can work as Radiographers, Radiologic Technicians, MRI Specialists, Endoscopy Specialists, Nuclear Medicine Technologists, X-ray Technicians, and Ultrasound Technicians. Their expertise is highly valued in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, diagnostic laboratories, healthcare organizations, health insurance companies, research institutes, NGOs, and INGOs.
The qualification also opens doors for higher education and specialized training abroad, further enhancing their career prospects. As diagnostic imaging is an essential component of modern healthcare, this program plays a vital role in producing skilled professionals who contribute directly to accurate diagnosis, effective treatment planning, and overall patient care.
Program Objectives:
After the completion of this program, the graduates will be able to:
To perform all routine radiography/and assist in special x-ray examination.
To maintain photographic and X-ray equipment in good working order.
To possess knowledge of recent advances in imaging technology.
To protect the patients and staff from possible radiation hazards.
To maintain records of x-ray examinations, filing of radiographs & ordering of
necessary radiographic supplies.To provide care for the patients whilst in the X-ray department.
To prepare the radiography set up required for routine and special investigations.
To practice a quality control system in the radiology department to deliver quality reports.
To familiarize middle-level radiography management works supervision of subordinates and the preparation of reports.
To provide basic first aid Treatment.
Entry Criteria:
SLC Pass or SEE with GPA 2.00 plus minimum C grade in Compulsory Mathematics, English & Science.
Should pass the entrance examination as administered by CTEVT.
Enrolment will be made based on the merit list.
Medium of Instruction:
The medium of instruction will be in English and/or Nepali.
Course Duration:
The Certificate in Diagnostic Radiography program spans a total duration of three years, following an annual academic system. Each academic year comprises 39 weeks of study, with each week involving up to 40 instructional hours, excluding the evaluation period.
Pattern of Attendance:
A minimum of 90% attendance in each subject is required to appear in the respective final examination.
