IAMT Training & Professional Development

Take your medical thermography skills to a higher level with IAMT!

The IAMT offers our members:

  1. Certification Program that confirms attained qualifications as a Certified Clinical Thermographer; and
  2. Continuing Education and Work Experience Program that provides valuable opportunities for thermographers to maintain their professional capabilities in line with the IAMT's Code of Professional Conduct.

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One Year Membership: $99
Expires 12 months after signup.

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Certification & Technical Proficiency

  • Upon completion of your accredited technical training program (typically offered by industry participants such as Med-Hot Imaging Services), you are eligible for certification as an Associate Clinical Thermographer (designation: ACT). At this stage, you have the required functional competencies to lead clients through the process of completing a thermography study (including explaining the pre-imaging instructions and imaging protocols, preparing a medical history and taking and storing the required set of images to be submitted for the preparation of a thermography report).
  • You also have a good understanding of infrared imaging, the role of thermography in healthcare, and the business and marketing aspects of operating a clinical thermography practice.
  • Upon completion of 30 thermography studies (of which a minimum of 10 should be full-body studies), you are eligible for certification as a Certified Clinical Thermographer (designation: CCT). At this stage, you have an advanced understanding of the technical competencies and business skills required to manage a clinical thermography practice.
  • A comprehensive description of the Certification program can be found by accessing our online policy document.

Continuing Education & Work Experience

Note: The initial period is Aug 1, 2024 to July 31, 2025. The attestation form will be available in each member’s portal and it is due by July 31, 2025.

By attending facilitated and/or structured learning and development activities that enhance the required technical and business skills, you maintain your understanding of relevant thermography-related emerging issues and you contribute to the continuing development of the profession.

A comprehensive listing of qualifying development activities can be found by accessing our online policy document.  Examples of qualifying development activities include:

  • Technical and business seminars organized by the IAMT.
  • Accredited and non-accredited in-person, distance learning and e-learning seminars, workshops and courses offered by technical institutes, professional and industry organizations and societies.

To maintain your imaging skills, you must also complete a minimum amount of 25 thermography studies (including at least 6 full-body studies or upper body studies) per one-year compliance cycle. Exceptions will be considered for extenuating circumstances like parental or medical leave.

Registration

Registration is the one-year cycle procedure required for IAMT members holding a current ACT or CCT certification. 

Clarifications?

For questions or comments on our Training and Professional Development program, please contact our Director of Education at training@iamtonline.org.