RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY (A.S.)
Patsy H. Haslam School of Health Sciences

The radiologic technology program develops competence in the knowledge and skills required for radiologic imaging. The integrated curriculum includes 24 hours of general studies credit and 54 hours of radiologic technology credits. The curriculum incorporates both didactic and clinical education components. Students have the advantage of practicing most radiographic procedures and film processing during lab sessions in the energized laboratory and darkroom on campus, as well as taking part in direct patient contact during the clinical components of the program.

Upon meeting program completion requirements, graduates are eligible to apply for the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) examination. Successful completion of the ARRT exam grants licensure for employment as a registered radiographer. Individuals with prior felony or certain misdemeanor convictions may not be eligible for licensure by the ARRT and/or state. Contact the appropriate licensing agency for more information.

The 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, mail@jrcert.org.

Application and Admission
Admission to the program is selective. Acceptance to Mountain State University and meeting program admission requirements do not guarantee admission to the program. The program accepts one class a year for fall semester entry.

The program maintains a rolling admissions policy, although it is strongly suggested that applications be received no later than March 15. Qualifying applicants who apply after that date will be considered until the class is filled.

Criteria for admission are:

• Admission to the University
• Completion of ACT or SAT
• Completion of all prerequisite coursework with a minimum grade of C in each course
• Minimum GPA of 2.5

Applicants who have completed their prerequisites at MSU and are otherwise qualified for the program are given preference over those who are transferring prerequisites from other colleges or universities.

Admission as a transfer student requires a GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale based on at least 13 credit hours (excluding courses considered developmental or remedial) from an institution of higher learning, including at least 3 hours of mathematics and 4 hours of sciences, both with a minimum grade of C.

Students wishing to transfer from another recognized radiologic technology program are evaluated individually after review of college transcripts and ACT or SAT scores. The program faculty makes the final decision on admission and placement on the basis of the transcript review and program availability at the time of application.

The final phase of admission requires passing a technical standards evaluation. Students must be able to perform the following tasks to function competently in the field of radiologic technology:

• Manipulate the x-ray tube in all directions
• Insert and remove a cassette from the bucky tray
  
• Lift 25 pounds of weight from the floor and carry to the exam table
  
• Assist a simulated patient in moving from a wheelchair and stretcher to the exam table
  
• Read a doctor’s order/clinical requisition with accuracy
  
• Observe a patient’s respiration from a distance of 10 feet
  
• Hear a patient’s verbal request within an exam room

Reasonable accommodations are made for applicants with the proper documentation of a disabling condition.

Program Prerequisites
Applicants are required to complete 16 semester hours of prerequisite study as listed below before being admitted into the program:

Program Requirements
Students must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 throughout the entire course of study. Program progress requires a grade of C in all RADT and BIOL courses. Failure to meet these requirements will result in dismissal from the program.

Coursework is based on a structure of 1 contact hour per credit hour for lecture courses and 8 contact hours per credit hour for clinical courses.