Radiologic Technology Program

We produce entry-level graduates that are competent technologists, registry eligible, and demonstrate a professional concern for their patients.

Philosophy & Goals

• Students will demonstrate competency in the skills required of entry-level Radiologic Technologists.
• Students will demonstrate effectiveness in communication, problem solving, and critical thinking.
• Students will exhibit professionalism for the patients by delivering high quality care with concern and compassion.

Clinical Hours

Fall & Spring clinical hours alternate with the classroom schedule Monday through Friday

The summer between the first and second year clinical hours consist of:

• 32 clinical hours per week to include days shifts plus
• Ten (10) evening rotations 3 PM- 11 PM
• AND two (2) Saturdays & Sundays 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Essential skills required to perform as a Radiographer:

1. Ability to clearly communicate, both verbally and in writing with the patient, family, and co-workers to disseminate information relevant to patient care and work duties. Both speaking and hearing clearly are essential to quality patient care.
2. Ability to make appropriate judgment decisions and implement critical-thinking skills in an emergency or where a situation is not clearly governed by specific guidelines.
3. Ability to reach, manipulate and operate medical imaging equipment to include pushing heavy portable machines.
4. Ability to move, lift, transfer, manipulate, and observe a patient for imaging exams.
5. Ability to visually assess patients as needed for their comfort and safety.
6. Ability to demonstrate emotional stability on a routine basis and function independently in routine and/or stress situations.

Enrollment Requirements

Students must provide evidence of a passing score on a background check prior to official acceptance/enrollment into the program. Either the failure to provide the required background check results by the due date established or the receipt of anything other than a passing score on the background check will make a student ineligible for enrollment in this program. Background checks are performed at the student’s expense. You may view the Student Background Checks Policy.

Degree Information

An Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology is awarded upon completion followed by eligibility to sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) national boards. VSCC’s Radiology Program is accredited by the:

Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRC-ERT)
20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL. 60606-3182
(314) 704 - 5300 e-mail: jrcert@mail.idt.net

In addition to semester advisement, the Thigpen Library has copies of many Medical Imaging textbooks that might be helpful.

A copy of the Radiologic Technology Policy Manual is also on file in the Library.

All students are highly encouraged to review this material.