Bone Densitometry Course

As the world leader in bone densitometry certification, the International Society for Clinical Densitometry (ISCD), provides comprehensive educational courses in bone densitometry and offers certification for those who perform DXA scans and those who interpret the results.

The ISCD Bone Densitometry Course is divided into two programs. The Clinician Course (open to MDs, PhDs, DOs, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants) is most appropriate for those involved in the interpretation of DXA scans. The Technologist Course (open to Technologists and Allied Health Professionals) is most appropriate for those involved in the performance of the bone densitometry examination. The core elements of the program provide a set of standard practices and information to raise the level of awareness and education in bone densitometry. The course emphasizes central DXA testing. In addition, a solid foundation in other forms of bone mass measurement, including peripheral DXA and QCT is provided.

Upcoming Bone Densitometry Courses

All ISCD Course locations and dates are listed on the Upcoming Courses page. 

To become certified, it is necessary to pass the Certification Exam.

Clinician Course Objectives

 After attending the course, participants should be better prepared to:

• Identify the technique, safety and limitations of DXA scans
• Explain the value of utilizing bone densitometry to assess and monitor fracture risk.
• Summarize quality assurance and calculation of precision at a DXA site.
• Apply the principles of DXA scan interpretation in reporting.

Clinician Course Lectures (click for link)

Technologist Course Objectives

After attending the course, participants should be better prepared to:

• Identify the technique, safety and limitations of DXA scanning
• Explain the value of utilizing bone densitometry to assess and monitor fracture risk
• Apply knowledge of quality control and operation of DXA equipment.
• Review patient preparation and proper positioning
• for DXA scanning.
• Identify and perform proper scan acquisition and  analysis

Technologist Course Lectures (click for link)

Clinician Course for Technologists
Technologists may attend the Clinician Course if gaining information about interpreting DXA scans would assist them with their job responsibilities. However, it is recommended that the Technologist Course be taken first.

Credit Designation

Clinician Course: The International Society for Clinical Densitometry designates this educational activity for a maximum of 12.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credits commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Accreditation Statement
The International Society for Clinical Densitometry is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to offer continuing medical education for physicians.

CE Credit

Technologist Course: The course qualifies for 13.5 Category A credits through the ASRT.

Clinician Course for Technologists: The course qualifies for 14 Category A credits through the ASRT.

Course Prerequisites

Clinician Course:  Must be in good standing with your licensing organization. Fellows/Residents must be in good standing with Fellows program (attestation required).

Technologist Course:  Must have performed at least 100 central DXA scans (attestation and manufacturer equipment name required). This is not a course for beginners who have no experience doing DXA scans.

Target Audience

Clinician Course: Open to MDs, PhDs, DOs, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants, Fellows, and Residents for Certification. This is the course offered for those interpreting the DXA scans for reimbursement purposes.

Technologist Course: Open to any allied health professional performing DXA scans who has completed at least 100 central DXA scans.

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