Radiologic Technology

Radiologic Technology Major

2024 Pass Rate 100%, Average Passing Grade 85%

Congratulations to the 2024 Radiologic Technology graduates for achieving a 100 percent pass rate on The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) exam!  The ARRT exam is required to become a radiologic technologist in almost every state. Students must score a 75 or higher to pass, the 2024 class had an average passing grade of 85! With the passing of this exam all students will add the initials RT (R) after their name. 

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Radiologic Technology Major

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.

Overview of the Program

Students being instructed on equipment by professorRadiography 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.

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Required courses and Radiologic Technology courses

Program details


Accreditation

The MCLA Radiologic Technology program is accredited by the
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850 Chicago, IL 60606-3182
312-704-5300
Email: mail@jrcert.org.

The program has a full 8-year accreditation with the next review date in December 2024. General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts - JRCERT

MCLA is regionally accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education. 

Student Health Policy

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.

Admission Process for the Radiologic Technology concentration

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.

3 radiologists in hallwayIn 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.

Program Effectiveness Data

PROGRAM EFFECTIVENESS DATA

Program mission, goals, student learning outcomes and philosophy:

Mission:

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.

Goal: Students will demonstrate communication skills.

Student Learning Outcomes:

  • Students will learn to communicate effectively with diverse populations.
  • Students will write effectively.
  • Students will demonstrate proper oral communication skills.

Goal: Students will become clinically competent.

Student Learning Outcomes:

  • Students will utilize appropriate radiation safety techniques.
  • Students will position patients accurately.

Goal: Students will utilize critical thinking skills.

Students Learning Outcomes:

  • Students will perform non-routine procedures.
  • Students will select appropriate technical factors for variations in body habitus.
  • Students will be able to analyze images.

Goal: Students will display professionalism.

Student Learning Outcomes:

  • Students will be knowledgeable of advanced imaging modalities.
  • Students will display proper professionalism.

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