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Radiologic Technology Diploma Program
The Radiologic Technology diploma program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for positions in radiology departments and related businesses and industries. The program emphasizes a combination of didactic and clinical instruction necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a Radiologic Technology diploma, and have the qualifications of a radiographer.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates of the Radiologic Technology program are prepared for responsible positions in hospitals, private clinics, doctors' offices, and other institutions requiring qualified professional personnel.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
To become Registered Technologists, graduates must pass the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Examination.
ADMISSIONS CRITERIA
- Submit a completed application and application fee;
- Be at least 18 years of age;
- Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
- Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
- Complete ISSA TCC with an overall 3.0 GPA;
- Take the PSB while enrolled in the 3rd Quarter Classes of ISSA TCC;
- Score within the 30th percentile on the PSB;
- Meet the following assessment requirements:
Test Reading Writing Numerical Algebra ASSET 38 35 39 37 COMPASS 70 23 39 28 SAT 430 400 ACT 18 16 CPE 75 75 75
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY CURRICULUM
The standard curriculum for the Radiologic Technology program is designed for the quarter system. The diploma requires 84 credit hours to complete and can generally be completed in 7 quarters. Students may enter the program Fall quarter.
| CURRICULUM OUTLINE | CREDITS | |
|---|---|---|
| OCCUPATIONAL COURSES | 84 | |
| RAD 103* | Body, Trunk and Upper Extremity Procedures | 3 |
| RAD 106* | Lower Extremities and Spine | 3 |
| RAD 107* | Principles of Radiographic Exposure I | 4 |
| RAD 109* | Contrast Procedures | 3 |
| RAD 113* | Cranium Procedures | 2 |
| RAD 116* | Principles of Radiographic Exposure II | 3 |
| RAD 117* | Radiographic Imaging Equipment | 4 |
| RAD 119* | Radiographic Pathology and Medical Terminology | 3 |
| RAD 120* | Principles of Radiation Biology and Protection | 5 |
| RAD 126* | Radiology Technology Review | 4 |
| RAD 132* | Clinical Radiography I | 4 |
| RAD 133* | Clinical Radiography II | 7 |
| RAD 134* | Clinical Radiography III | 7 |
| RAD 135* | Clinical Radiography IV | 7 |
| RAD 136* | Clinical Radiography V | 7 |
| RAD 137* | Clinical Radiography VI | 9 |
| RAD 138* | Clinical Radiology VII | 9 |
* "C" or higher is required for designated courses.
PROGRAM COSTS
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)
Tuition/Fees: $2,985
Books/Supplies: $1,225
Uniform Costs: $300
Liability Insurance: $12 per year
Rad Tech Certification Exam: $150
Film Badge (Female): $350
Film Badge (Male): $175
Criminal Background Check: $50
Physical Exam: $150
(does not include vaccinations)
#4402 Forensic Drug Panel (7) or similar screening: $25
TB Test: $40
Hepatitis B Series: $100
SPECIAL PROGRAM FEATURES
Upon completion of the program, students will be eligible to sit for the Certification Exam given by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. However, the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists has a policy of not allowing persons who are convicted of a felony or gross misdemeanor to take the National Certifying Examination. Be-cause of this policy, there may be an inability of the person with the conviction to work in the profession. The Radiologic Technology Program meets Georgia TCSG standards.
CLINICAL EDUCATION
Clinical Sites:
Area hospitals, private orthopedic offices, private imaging centers.
General Location of the Clinical Sites:
Toombs County and surrounding counties.
Special Requirements of the Practicum Sites:
CPR Certification; drug screening, Hepatitis B vaccine or Declination form; and two-step PPD annually.
Practicum Assignments
Radiology students will rotate through the clinical affiliates on a quarterly basis. Clinical assignments are made during the first shift hours, Monday through Friday. Clinical assignment schedules will be distributed at the beginning of each quarter. Students may not choose which clinical affiliate they wish to attend. The student is required to adhere to his/her assigned schedule at all times. No personal adjustments will be made to the clinical schedule, unless it is an extreme emergency. Changes in the clinical schedule must be requested in writing to the Clinical Coordinator. Only Program Faculty can approve changes in the clinical schedule. Students may be asked to travel up to one hour and thirty minutes from STC for clinical rotations. During clinical rotations, the student will be responsible for all transportation.
Readmission to the Radiologic Technology Program
Students dropped from any Radiologic Technology program for attendance (i.e., maternity, health related, family illness, personal difficulties), academic reasons or students who have made less than a "C" in a Radiologic Technology course will be allowed to repeat a course(s) one time only. Also, a student may repeat only one quarter within the Radiologic Technology curriculum in which the minimum grade of "C" was not earned. This policy applies to transfer students the same as for students fully in residence.
Readmission to the program will be granted on a competitive and space-available basis, whereas all criteria apply as described in the section "Admission of Radiologic Technology Students". Students will be required to pass both a comprehensive and a clinical skills competency exam with a minimum score of 80% on each exam to be eligible to compete for readmission. Students granted readmission to the Radiologic Technology program in order to repeat a course(s) must be readmitted to the program within 12 months from the date of their last completed quarter.
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