Certificate in Diagnostic Radiography

Certificate in Diagnostic Radiography at Asian College for Advance Studies, Lalitpur

The Certificate in Diagnostic Radiography was introduced at Asian College for Advance Studies, Satdobato, Lalitpur, in 2018 as a CTEVT-affiliated technical health program. In October 2022, ACAS transferred this program, together with its other CTEVT programs, to its sister organization, Shankarapur Academy Pvt. Ltd.

Certificate in Diagnostic Radiography is a three-year Proficiency Certificate Level program under the Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training (CTEVT). It follows a yearly system and combines foundational science, radiography theory, imaging-related subjects, patient care, radiation safety, and extended clinical practice.

Key Highlights

Eligibility and Admission

Applicants may enter after passing SLC with second division or SEE with a minimum GPA of 2.0, including Compulsory Mathematics, English, and Science. Admission may also follow provisions stated in the applicable CTEVT admission guidelines.

Candidates must pass the entrance examination administered by the Office of the Controller of Examinations, CTEVT. The curriculum requires at least 90% attendance in each subject to appear in the respective final examination.

Course Structure

The first year provides the science and academic foundation for later radiography study. It includes subjects such as English, Nepali, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.

The second year moves into the technical core of diagnostic radiography. Subjects include:

• Radiographic Technique

• Radiological Procedures

• Radiographic Imaging

• Radiographic Equipment

• Basic Radiation Physics

• Radiological Anatomy

• First Aid and Patient Care

Most of these subjects combine theory with practical study, giving students structured exposure to imaging procedures, equipment, radiation principles, anatomy, and patient-related responsibilities.

Third-Year Clinical Training

The third year places greater emphasis on applied radiography. Students study Basic Radiographic Pathology and Clinical Practice and Ethics before undertaking Radiography Practical I and Radiography Practical II.

Radiography Practical I runs for 21 weeks, while Radiography Practical II runs for nine weeks.

Clinical work includes routine and supplementary radiographic techniques involving the upper and lower limbs, thoracic cage, abdomen, spine, and skull. Students also learn patient positioning, equipment handling, radiation protection, request-form procedures, communication, workplace safety, and methods for reducing radiation dose to patients.

The curriculum places the third-year practical component in hospitals, health institutions, and imaging centres recognized by the concerned authority.

Skills and Professional Preparation

The program is structured to develop competence in routine radiography and assistance during special X-ray examinations. It also covers:

• operation and care of radiographic equipment;

• patient handling and care in radiography departments;

• radiation protection for patients and staff;

• maintenance of examination records and radiographs;

• quality-control practices;

• preparation for routine and special radiographic procedures; and

• basic first aid.

Clinical Practice and Ethics also covers medical ethics, patient rights, professional responsibilities, and the Nepal Health Professional Council.

Certification and Career Direction

Students who complete and pass all components across the three years are awarded the Certificate in Diagnostic Radiography.

The CTEVT curriculum identifies graduates as eligible for positions equivalent to Non-gazetted First Class/Level 5 technical posts, or as prescribed by the Public Service Commission and related agencies. It also connects professional registration with provisions of the relevant council legislation.

Career possibilities may include radiography and imaging work in hospitals, health institutions, and imaging centres, subject to applicable recruitment and professional registration requirements.