Radiologic Technology, Associate of Applied Science Degree

Overview

Offered at the Piedmont Summerville Site.

Admission: Radiologic Technology is a competitive program. Students who meet the College admission criteria are eligible to enroll at the College to take prerequisite courses for this program. Prerequisite courses (ENGL 1101, MATH 1101 or MATH 1111, MATH 1127, Humanities/Fine Arts Area IV, PSYC 1101, BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114, BIOL 2114L, and ALHS 1090) must be completed with a minimum GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale by the designated deadlines to be evaluated for program admission. Students are REQUIRED to attend an informational session during the ranking cycle prior to consideration for acceptance into competitive admission programs.  Instructors will hold recruitment fairs/informational sessions on a rolling basis throughout the admissions cycle, January - May.

The academic ranking order for admission to the program is determined using the most recent grade for BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114, BIOL 2114L, MATH 1101 or MATH 1111, and MATH 1127. Students can retake a class to earn a higher grade. Students who are not selected for admission may consider another program or resubmit an admission application and a new Competitive Ranking Application by the designated deadline for the next ranking cycle. High school graduation or GED is also required for admission to this program. For more information regarding this process, please contact the Admissions Office at (706) 771-4028. Refer to program related deadlines.

Program Description: The Radiologic Technology Associate Degree Program provides a sequence of courses that prepare students for positions in radiologic departments and related businesses and industries. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of didactic and clinical instruction necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive an Associate of Applied Science degree in Radiologic Technology, have the qualifications of a radiographer, and are eligible to sit for a national certification examination for radiographers.

Program Objectives: The mission of the Radiologic Technology program is to prepare qualified radiographers who are caring, competent in critical thinking, ethical, professional and who respond to the needs of the patient and the organization. Technological advances in the medical field have increased the demand for entry-level radiographers who will perform tasks that include assisting the physician; caring for the critically ill; and performing x-ray exams for patients in the operating room, emergency room, and in the radiology department.

Employment Opportunities: The current need and an anticipated rise in the number of radiographers needed in local hospitals, clinics, and medical/surgical offices have had a positive impact on entry-level salaries in the Augusta Technical College service area. Graduates of the program are eligible to complete additional training in related areas beyond the associate degree at other educational institutions if desired.

Credentialing (Required for employment):  Program graduates achieve complete the qualifications of a radiographer and are eligible to sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) Radiologic Technologist -Radiography RT (R) (ARRT) examination.

Curriculum Outline

General Education Courses, 15 credits

Occupational Courses, 62 credits

Note:

• Prior to participation in campus/clinical labs, students are required to submit completed medical and dental examination forms. All required immunizations, including Hepatitis B and influenza, must be accompanied by documentation. Students who refuse to take the Hepatitis B or influenza vaccination must sign a declination form and be aware that clinical practicum sites may refuse them an opportunity to gain clinical experience.
• A grade of “C” or higher is required for all courses.
• A student who does not earn a grade of “C” or higher in any two courses with the RADT prefix will be suspended from the program for one year. A student who does not earn a grade of “C” or higher in any three courses with the RADT prefix will not be allowed to re-enter the Radiologic Technology Program.
• Conviction of a felony or gross misdemeanor may prohibit employment in field and may make a student ineligible to take licensing/certification exam(s) required for the profession. A background check and/or drug screen is required before a student attends a clinical practicum. For more information, contact the appropriate program advisor.
• Student activities associated with the curriculum, especially while students are completing his or her clinical rotations, will be educational in nature. Students will not be receiving monetary remuneration during this educational experience, nor will he or she be substituted for hired staff personnel within the clinical institution in the capacity of a radiologic technologist.
• Natural science and ALHS prefix courses older than 5 years will not be considered for program progression evaluation. Students will need to retake these courses to become eligible for program progression evaluation.
• Prior to participation in campus/clinical labs, students are required to show proof of current health insurance. Students who cannot show proof of health insurance need to be aware that clinical practicum sites may refuse to allow them the opportunity to gain clinical experience at their facility.

Guided Pathway

You may click on any course below to view the course description and prerequisite information.

Students who do not follow the Course Sequence listed below may not be able to complete the program in the number of semesters shown.

Piedmont Summerville Day Program – Spring Entrance

PROGRAM NAME: Radiologic Technology

AWARD: Associate of Applied Science Degree

CAMPUS: Piedmont Summerville Day Program – Spring Entrance

Year 1 Spring Semester

Year 1 Summer Semester

Year 1 Fall Semester

Students are ranked for admission to the program during the fall semester. 

Year 2 Spring Semester

Year 2 Summer Semester

Year 2 Fall Semester

Year 3 Spring Semester

Accreditation

The Radiologic Technology Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). The contact information for the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology is 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606-3182, 312-704-5300, www.jrcert.org.

The Radiologic Technology program has a 5-year accreditation award granted on 4/15/2019. The next site visit will take place Fall 2023.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Radiologic Technology program is to prepare qualified radiographers who are caring, competent, ethical, and professional and who respond to the needs of the patient and the organization. Technological advances in the medical field have increased the demand for entry-level radiographers who will perform tasks that include assisting the physician; caring for the critically ill; and performing x-ray exams for patients in the operating room, emergency room, and in the radiology department

To support our program mission, the radiologic technology program has established the following program goals:

1. To produce qualified and competent entry-level technologists.
2. To graduate students that will seek employment, thus meeting the needs of the community.
3. To provide appropriate training and guidance that fosters development of professional ethics and life-long learning.
4. To provide appropriate training and guidance that fosters the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Student Learning Outcomes:

• Students will demonstrate competency in performing radiographic procedures.
• Students will demonstrate proper lab skills in radiographic procedures.
• Students will demonstrate oral communication skills.
• Students will demonstrate professional ethics.

Student Achievement Data is available on the program's student achievement data page.