The Radiologic Technology major includes the essential pre-requisite and required courses that establish eligibility for national certification and registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
Radiography is the art and science of using radiation as a diagnostic tool in performing
radiographic examinations. The BS degree prepares students for a career in the diverse
and growing field of diagnostic imaging. This specific advanced education meets the
need for sophisticated imaging management and leadership that can respond to clinical,
organizational and fiscal demands facing the healthcare industry by incorporating
advanced imaging modalities into the curriculum. Our curriculum is an expression of
content that enhances entry-level education and supports multiple post-primary specialty
certifications as well as a transition to education and management in advanced clinical
practice. Students in the Radiologic Technology major engage in topics with more depth
and breadth, resulting in a broader knowledge base and skill set than the entry-level
radiographer.
The Radiologic Technology concentration is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). Contact information for the JRCERT: 20 North Wacker Drive, Ste 2850, Chicago, IL 60606-3182, Phone: 312-704-5300, Fax: 312-704-5304, Website: www.jrcert.org and E-mail: mail@jrcert.org. The program has a full 8-year accreditation with the next review date in December 2024. MCLA is regionally accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education.
All radiologic technology students are required to submit the following information before entrance into their junior year: (1) results of a physical examination, (2) evidence of current immunizations and (3) CPR card for infant, child and adult. All radiologic technology students complete an orientation prior to entering clinical education which includes: (1) Infection Control and (2) Standard Universal Precautions.
The B.S. degree in Radiologic Technology follows a 2+2 format, with students completing core curriculum requirements and radiologic technology pre-requisite courses in the first two years and radiologic technology-specific courses along with any remaining coursework in the final two years. Admission to the major coursework takes place during the spring semester of a student's second year. Acceptance into the junior year of the program is limited and determined by a point system. Requirements for acceptance include an overall GPA of at least 2.85; grades of C+ or higher in BIOL150 Introduction to Biology I: Cells, BIOL 342 Anatomy & Physiology I, BIOL 343 Anatomy & Physiology II; HLTH 110 Introduction to Health Care and HLTH 105 Medical Terminology; and a grade of C or higher in MATH 150 Pre-calculus or a grade of C+ or higher in College Algebra (not offered at MCLA). Highly qualified candidates who have not taken HLTH 110 Intro to Health Care by the end of their second year may be permitted to do so during the first semester of their third year. Points toward admission will be increased by completing pre-requisite courses at MCLA and by earning grades higher than the minimum in the pre-requisite courses. Students who are not accepted into the third year of the Radiologic Technology major will be wait-listed and/or advised to consider other concentrations in Health Sciences or other majors within the college.
In addition to the courses required for admission, a Radiologic Technology student
must maintain a grade of C+ or higher in each RADT course with the exception of RADT
-431 432, 434, & 435, which require a grade of “C” or higher. Radiologic Technology
students must maintain a cumulative grade-point average of 2.3 after their initial
admission into the concentration.
A student who does not receive the required RADT course grades or maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.3 or higher will be dismissed from the program. In order for the student to be eligible to reenter the program, the student must meet all the entrance course requirements including the minimum cumulative GPA of 2.85. Readmission is determined by available seats and the determination of a point system. A student may only be readmitted to the program one time.
A student who is readmitted must repeat any RADT course (s) in which the student has not received the required grade before being eligible to take the next course(s) in the degree sequence. A student may only retake courses in which the student has not achieved the required grade. Course repetition is allowed on a seat-available basis only.
For other degree progression policies, refer to the BSRT Radiologic Technology Student Handbook.
The BS degree in Radiologic Technology prepares students to meet the needs of the medical imaging community through an advanced level of education with a broader knowledge base that meets the demands facing the healthcare industry today. With a foundation in the liberal arts, the competency-based program fosters excellence by expanding the curriculum in the application of current, developing, and advanced imaging technologies.
The Radiologic Technology graduate will use appropriate interpersonal skills, think critically, embrace diversity, employ healthcare research, and apply appropriate radiation safety measures becoming ethical professional leaders dedicated to the health and safety of their patients.
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