Associate in Applied Science Degree - Radiologic Technology

   This program is designed to provide technologists for Diagnostic Imaging Departments of hospitals and clinics. Students are taught the fundamental principles underlying all phases of Radiologic Technology. Upon graduation, the student is eligible to apply to take the registry examination of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (651-687-4448). According to the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist, application for certification to practice as a R.T. may be denied if a person has been convicted of a felony, is guilty of a crime involving moral turpitude, and/or has displayed other grounds for denial by law.

   Participation in the performance of radiographic procedures in a clinical setting will begin during the first semester of the program. Students enrolled in clinical education will be assigned hours consistent with day shift for the majority of their training; however, assignments may also include 3-11 shifts. Assignment to clinical facilities will be at the discretion of the Program officials, and students are required to travel to different locations during the clinical phase.

   Graduation requirements must be met within 3 years following entry into the Program. A student who withdraws or is dismissed from the Program must reapply for admission for the following year. Readmission into the Program will be allowed one time only.

PROCEDURES AND REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION

Applicants Must:

1. Meet all the general admission requirements of WSCC.
2. Submit a WSCC application to the Admissions Office declaring Radiologic Technology as major. Students will be accepted until June 15. Applications received after June 15 will be considered on a space available basis.
3. Submit a complete application packet for admission to the Radiologic Technology Program Director by June 15. This packet should include the following documents:
   1. Application for the Program
   2. Technical Standards form
   3. Observation form
   4. Proof of Age (Copy of Birth Certificate)
4. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.  (Alabama Regulations For Control fo Radiation Rule 420-3-03(6), "Occupational Radiation Dose Limits:, states that all occupational workers employing ionizing radiation must be at least 18 years of age).
5. A minimum of 2.50 cumulative GPA for students with previous college work.
6. A minimum of 2.50 high school GPA for students without prior college work (GED acceptable in lieu of high school transcript).
   Applicants must be eligible for placement into the following courses:
   1. ENG 101
   2. MTH 100
   3. BIO 201
7. Applicants must be in good standing with the college.
8. Applicants must meet the Technical Standards required for Radiologic Technology Programs.
9. Applicants must have a minimum of 12 hours clinical observation.

Admission to the Radiologic Technology Program is competitive, and the number of students is limited by the number of faculty and clinical facilities available.  Meeting the minimum requuirements does not guarantee acceptance.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR ARRT CERTIFICATION

• Students must satisfy general qualifications for certification in accordance with The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) guidelines.  The ARRT is the board that administers the national certification examination upon completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program.  A candidate for cerfication by the ARRT must meet the ethics education and examination requirements as described in The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Rules and Regulations and ARRT standards of Ethics.
• In order to take this examination you must be of good moral character.  Generally, the conviction of a felony or any other offense or misdemeanor, or a felony involving moral depravity, indicates a lack of good moral character for ARRT purposes.
• Please see the Radiologic Technology Program Director for advisement if the previous statement applies.
• Upon Admission to the Program, all students must complete a health form including immunization records.
• Admission to the Radiologic Technology Program shall be provisional depending upon the student's ability to pass an initial drug screen.  Students may be subjected to random drug testing during the length of the program.

NOTE: It is the responsiblity of each applicant to insure that all classes from other institutions have been transferred in insure that their application is complete.

SELECTION AND NOTIFICATION

1. The Radiologic Technology program admits students in the Fall Semester of each year.
2. Students are selected on the basis of COMPASS (reading, writing, and math) scores, GPA, and the completed general education courses. All other factors being equal, the date of application will be the deciding factor for admission.
3. All applications will be reviewed for completion of Radiologic Technology program admission requirements.  Student's selected for acceptance into the program will be notified in writing by the Radiologic Technology Program Director.
4. Students accepted into the Program must attend the mandatory orientation session. Failure to do so will result in forfeiture of their place in the class.
5. Upon acceptance into the Radiologic Technology program, the student must submit:
   - A recent certification of good health from a physician, verifying that the student is in good physical and mental health and is able to perform the duties and activities required of a Radiologic Technologist.
   - Mantoux TB skin test results and complete immunization documentation must be included on the form.
   - Evidence of having received the second of three Hepatitis B vaccinations or completion of the series.
   - Valid CPR certification - only CPR courses designed to certify health care providers are accepted.
   - Copy of health insurance card.

   Students selected for admission to the program must maintain a minimum grade of 75 in major required courses. Failure to do so will result in dismissal from the program.

   Students are required to carry liability, accident, and medical insurance, which is available through the College, prior to clinical rotations. Students cannot begin clinical rotations until copies of the health certificate, Hepatitis immunization status, CPR certification and health insurance card are on file.

CURRICULUM

   The Diagnostic Imaging Program is accredited by: The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, (312) 704-5300, 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, Illinois 60606-3182.

   Curriculum is subject to revision based on job market changes and/or academic requirements.

   The Diagnostic Imaging Department also offers three Advanced Imaging Certificates for Registered Radiologic Technologists who are interested in acquiring specialized skills in Mammography, Computer Tomography or Magnetic Resonance Imaging.

ADVANCED IMAGING CERTIFICATES
  (Mammography, CT, MRI)

Admission Requirements & Procedures:

   Advanced Imaging students (Mammography, CT, & MRI) must have an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Radiology. Radiology students may apply after completion of formal Radiologic Technology education, but must wait one year after passing the registry exam in radiology to take the advanced exam.

Applicants must:

1. Submit to the Admissions Office
   - WSCC application declaring Advanced Imaging as major
   - Official transcripts from all colleges previously attended
2. Submit a complete *program application packet to the Diagnostic Imaging Program Director that includes
   - Advanced Imaging program application
   - Copy of registry certificate (ARRT)
   *All information must be included for a packet to be complete. Any piece of missing documentation will result in the application not being considered for admission. Information will not be accepted via fax - it must be delivered in person or via mail by the deadline date.

   YOU SHOULD RETAIN COPIES OF THE APPLICATION PACKET YOU SUBMIT. If you reapply in the future, information will not be released from previous application packet.

NOTE: It is the responsibility of each applicant to insure that the application is complete and that all information is on file. If application packet does not include all information listed above at the time it is submitted to the department, it will be rejected.
 

Selection and Notification

   Applicants are accepted based on date that application is received. You will be notified by mail if you are accepted into the program. As no information regarding individual admission status will be given via telephone, please do not call the Admissions or Diagnostic Imaging departments to obtain your status. Letters will also be sent to individuals who are not accepted into the program.

   Upon acceptance into the Advanced Imaging option, the student must submit:

- Documentation of Hepatitis B vaccinations
- Documentation of recent CPR certification in a health care provider course.
- Documentation of medical insurance
- A recent certification of health from a physician, verifying that the student is in good physical and mental health and is able to perform the duties and activities required of Radiologic Technologists. TB skin test results and complete immunization documentation must be included on the form.

Curriculum

Computer Tomography
	ENG 101	English Composition I	3
	RAD 246	Computer Tomography Imaging Procedures	2
	RAD 247	Computer Tomography Physics & Instrumentation	2
	RAD 248	Computer Tomography Clinical Education	2
	RAD 250	Advanced Patient Care	2
	RAD 251	Advanced Cross Sectional Anatomy	2
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging
	ENG 101	English Composition I	3
	RAD 243	Magnetic Resonance Imaging Procedures	2
	RAD 244	Physical Principles of Imaging Formation	2
	RAD 245	Magnetic Resonance Clinical Education	2
	RAD 250	Advanced Patient Care	2
	RAD 251	Advanced Cross Sectional Anatomy	2
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Mammography
	ENG 101	English Composition I	3
	RAD 232	Mammography Quality Assurance	2
	RAD 233	Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology of the Breast	1
	RAD 235	Positioning and Image Evaluation in Mammography	5
	RAD 250	Advanced Patient Care	2
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