Certification Board of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography™ (CBCCT)
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Apply by 08/25/2026This exam is administered by APCA.
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Application Window
03/31/2026 - 08/25/2026
Exam Fee
Varies based on deadline*
Exam Window
09/08/2026 - 10/08/2026
The Certification Board of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (CBCCT) certification program validates your expertise in cardiovascular computed tomography (CT).
Overview
Certification matters–to you, your patients, and your practice. With CBCCT, indicate your mastery in cardiovascular CT.
The exam assesses the knowledge, skills, and abilities that leaders in cardiovascular CT need.
Topics and Anatomy
- Preparing patients
- Conducting CT studies and interpreting results
- Radiation safety
- Physics and instrumentation
- Modality fundamentals
CBCCT is the qualified specialty exam for CBCCT certification and Diplomate status.
Practice Analysis
Quality exams start with a single purpose: reflect real-world care. We routinely evaluate and update the CBCCT exam to ensure that it captures the requirements of today’s practice.
Question format & scoring
The CBCCT exam covers approximately 160 questions over 4 hours.
- Multiple choice
- Still images and videos for interpretation
Scoring
After the exam window closes, we observe 60 days before releasing scores. Results are published on the following Monday or next business day.
- Pass/fail score
- Point scale 300 to 700 (555 or better passes; not percentage or curve-based)
If you do not pass, you must wait until the next administration to retake the CBCCT exam.
Statistics
APCA exams assess the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to practice each specialty. Student pass rates vary.
| 2023 Certification Passed: 92% Non U.S.: 100% |
2022 Certification Passed: 91% Non U.S.: 100% |
2021 Certification Passed: 91% Non U.S.: 85% |
| 2020 Certification Passed: 90% Non U.S.: 84% |
2019 Certification Passed: 88.5% Non U.S.: 75% |
2018 Certification Passed: 95% Non U.S.: 83% |
| 2017 Passed: 89% Non U.S.: 87% |
2016 Passed: 90% Non US: 89% |
2014 Passed: 87% |
| 2013 Passed: 85% |
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Associated Certifications
The CBCCT exam is the qualifying specialty exam for CBCCT certification and diplomate status.
CBCCT™
Certification Board of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography™
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2026 Applications are Now Open
| Regular application deadline: June 16, 2026 |
Late application deadline: August 25, 2026 |
Refund deadline: August 28, 2026 |
| Regular application fee: $1,195 |
Late application fee: $1,395 |
Refund amount: $895 |
*Multimodality discount $50
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