Whether the advanced level mammography registry examination is in your future, or you would like to formalize your understanding of positioning, regulations and concepts of mammography, this course will benefit you. The course provides students with a thorough review of mammography regulations and rules as well as relevant clinical applications that can quickly be transferred to the workplace. The content is reflective of the ARRT content specifications and provides ample opportunity for students to interact with expert mammography faculty with proven success in preparing students for advanced level practice.
After purchase, the link to this online CE activity will be delivered via email, or you can log in to the course at the link below.
Access the online link to view the vieo, take the post test at your convenience, and receive your certificate online immediately after successful completion of test.
Course Topics
Part 1:
I. Breast Anatomy and Pathological Basics
II. Patient Care and Quality Assurance
III. Mammography Image Production and Technique
Part 2:
I. Detailed Pathology and Findings
II. Imaging Procedures and Patient Variants
III. Interventional Procedures
At the conclusion of this course, participants should be able to:
1. Identify the anatomical boundaries and essential structures of the breast, including the functional unit (TDLU) and lymphatic drainage patterns.
2. Describe the requirements for positioning standard mammography views (CC and MLO), ensuring optimal coverage of the posterior nipple line (PNL) within ACR standards.
3. Differentiate between benign and malignant mammographic findings based on mass shape (e.g., circumscribed vs. speculated) and calcification morphology (e.g., fine linear branching vs. teacup).
4. Recognize the mammographic presentations and clinical significance of high-risk lesions and malignant pathologies such as DCIS, IDC, ILC, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer.
5. Explain the purpose and proper application of supplemental views, including Tangential views for skin lesions and Magnification views for calcification evaluation.
This program provides 16.0 AHRA Category A continuing education credit for radiologic technologists recognized by the ARRT and various licensure states. You must complete a post test and pass with a 75% or higher to receive your certificate of completion.
Approval Expirations
All Home study approvals have an expiration date. Some of our home studies are approved for one year others for two years. Whether a home study is renewed at the end of its expiration date is determined by the materials content and relevancy. AHEC recommends if you plan to purchase a home study to complete at a later date that you contact us to confirm the expiration date.
Michelle Keck , BSRT, RT(R)(M)(BS)(ARRT), BHCN
Michelle Keck, BSRT, RT(R)(M)(BS), BHCN, is a registered mammographer and registered sonographer at Freeman Health System Willow Creek Breast Imaging. She performs screening and diagnostic mammograms, stereotactic breast biopsies, breast ultrasound, and ultrasound-guided biopsies.rnrnPrior to her current role, Michelle worked as a special imaging technologist for 14 years at Northwest Medical Center in Bentonville, Arkansas, where she gained experience in CT, the operating room, mammography, and diagnostic imaging. She then spent 11 years at The Breast Center of Northwest Arkansas, specializing in mammography and stereotactic breast biopsies. Michelle also completed a six-month travel mammography assignment with AMN Healthcare in Eugene, Oregon.rnrnMichelle attended Northwest Arkansas Community College and earned her bachelor's degree in Radiologic Technology from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.rnrnA dedicated advocate for breast cancer awareness, Michelle served as a team captain and co-captain for the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in her area for more than six years. She has also been an active member of the Arkansas Society of Radiologic Technologists (ArSRT), serving two terms as Member-at-Large and one term as Vice President. At the national level, Michelle represented Arkansas in the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) House of Delegates for three terms. Most recently, she was elected as the ASRT Mammography Chapter Delegate for 2026–2027 and Vice Chair for 2027–2028.rnrnMichelle has also volunteered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) as a member of the Breast Sonography Practice Analysis Committee and currently serves on the ASRT Practice Standards Council Mammography Subcommittee.rnrnPassionate about education, Michelle is the instructor for the 40-hour Mammography Initial Training course at Advanced Health Education Center (AHEC) in Houston, Texas. She has authored continuing education courses for both AHEC and the ASRT and has lectured multiple times at the Arkansas state society's annual conference.rnrnMichelle's commitment to excellence in mammography extends beyond the clinical setting. Through fundraising, research, and education, she is dedicated to advancing breast cancer detection and improving early diagnosis for patients everywhere.rn
