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RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY
The Radiologic Technology program is a limited access program.
Students are admitted once per year.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Applications will be accepted February 2010 - May 15th 2010 for students starting Fall 2010.
(Students may submit an application while still completing final prerequisite courses during Spring term.)
Core classes are available on the St. Augustine Campus only.
For additional information, call (904) 808-7465.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
- Radiologic Technology combines the use of sophisticated medical imaging technology with high-quality patient care skills to produce diagnostic medical images (x-rays) used for the diagnosis of injury and disease.
- 20-month competency based curriculum
- Most radiologic technology core courses will be offered at the St. Augustine Campus or at various clinical education centers located in the regional service area.
- Upon successful completion of the degree requirements, the qualified student will be eligible to apply to take the National Certification Examination in (radiography) administered by the American Registry
of Radiologic Technologists. ARRT certification is recognized throughout the country. Successful completion of the ARRT examination allows students to become licensed by the State of Florida
to practice radiography in the state. State licensure does not require additional testing of education.
- Students wishing to complete the requirements for the Associate in Science degree will need to complete MAC 1105 (college algebra).
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The Radiologic Technology program is a limited access program. To apply for admission a student must have completed all of the following:
CHOOSE FROM THE FOLLOWING:
CONTACT US:
Maureen McKanna - (904) 808-7465
SEE THE RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY CLASS IN TRAINING
Class of 2010.
STUDENT SELECTION
The student selection process is based on the following point system: (MAXIMUM POSSIBLE POINTS 194)
1. 104 POSSIBLE POINTS - Points tabulated from the prerequisite courses identified in the admission
requirements will contribute to the total points assigned to this category. A total of 31 semester hours of credit are
available for point consideration. The method of point calculation for this category is based on the following
formula:
(Letter Grade value X credits = Points assigned)
Calculation example: Student achieves a letter grade (B) in BSC 2805 (3 credits) = 9 points and a letter grade
(A) in BSC 2085L (1 credit) = 4 points for a total of 13 points.
A=4 points; B=3 points; C=2 points
2. 15 POINTS AWARDED - Residence in Clay, Putnam, or St. Johns counties, Florida. (Not required)
3. 20 POINTS AWARDED - Current licensure as a State of Florida Basic X-ray Machine Operator. (Not required)
4. 15 POSSIBLE POINTS AWARDED - 5 points will be awarded if applicant has an AA/AS Degree; 10 points will
be awarded if applicant has a BA/BS Degree; 15 points will be awarded if applicant has a MA/MS Degree.
5. 16 POSSIBLE POINTS AWARDED - 2 Points will be awarded for each pre-requisite course taken at St. Johns
River Community College.
6. 6 POSSIBLE POINTS AWARDED - 6 Points will be awarded for an "A", 4 points for a "B", 2 points for a "C"
in HSC 1004 Professions of Caring (not required but recommended).
7. 18 POSSIBLE POINTS AWARDED - Program transition points - Valid through May 2011 - Three prerequisite
courses have been eliminated. Students who have already taken these courses at SJRCC will be credited up to
6 points for each: HSC 1000 Introduction to Health Care Delivery Systems, HIM 2012 Health Care Law, and
HIM 2432 Concepts of Disease.
In Case of a tie, admission will be awarded based on the first application received
FOLLOWING ACCEPTANCE INTO THE PROGRAM APPLICANTS MUST:
1. Must successfully complete a Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS) course administered by the American
Heart Association. A course will be given at the St. Augustine campus during Summer term.
2. Have a physical examination verifying acceptable health status for the program. Requirements for the physical are included on the form provided to each student
admitted into the radiologic technology program.
3. Attend the radiologic technology program and clinical site orientations and clinical shadowing requirements on the
specified dates. These are scheduled during the summer term.
4. All students are asked to sign a consent and waiver for SJRCC to perform a criminal background check and receive
drug screen results. Failure to provide this consent will render the applicant ineligible for admission to the program. Admission
to the program is conditional upon the results of the criminal background check and drug screen results. Additional
random and scheduled drug screening may be required at any time during the program.
NOTE: An individual who has been involved in a criminal proceeding or who has been charged with or convicted of a crime should file a pre-application with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in order to obtain a ruling on the impact of the situation on their eligibility for certification and registration. The pre-application fee is $75.00 and is non-refundable.
Go to www.arrt.org for more information.
SPECIALTY CERTIFICATIONS
Specialty certifications through on-the-job contact hours are available once the initial certification is complete:
- Mammography
- Cardiovascular/Interventional
- Quality Management
- Computed Tomography
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- Bone Densitometry
- Sonography
NOTE: Program is subject to change.
Program revised April 2005. The College Web site shows the most current program guidelines, requirements and course offerings. Program may not reflect college catalog.
Radiologic Technology (2155) - Associate in Science Degree
HAS TRANSFER AGREEMENTS TO A DESIGNATED BACCALAUREATE DEGREE
The Associate in Science degree prepares students for a career as Radiologic Technologists. Graduates will be eligible to apply for and take the National Certification Examination in (Radiography) administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists as well as the Florida certification examination administered by the State of Florida Department of Health - Bureau of Radiation Control. The Radiography curriculum is intended to provide qualified students with the educational experiences, and practical skills required to function competently in the field of Radiologic Technology as an entry-level radiographer.
The program core courses are delivered over a 20-month period covering 6 consecutive college terms. The overall curriculum includes: general education courses, program related courses, radiologic technology core courses, and practical experience gained at regional hospitals and clinics. All program core courses that require lecture and lab will be offered only at the St. Augustine Campus. All clinical education courses will be scheduled at the various clinical sites located in the tri-county service area or adjacent counties. Students must earn a "C" 2.0 grade in all of the required courses for the program.
Download curriculum from College catalog.
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Placement Testing
First time college applicants who apply to enter an Associate in Arts or Associate in Science degree or a college credit certificate program must have taken a placement test prior to the completion of registration. Initial enrollment in English, humanities, or mathematics courses for any student requires placement scores no more than two years old.
The College accepts scores on the ACT, SAT, or Florida College Entry Level Placement Test (CPT) Form A, or any other state approved placement tests that are no more than two years old. These test results are used for placement, counseling, and transfer requirements for some upper division institutions, scholarship eligibility, and research.
Placement testing is available at the College for applicants who have not been previously tested or whose scores are no longer valid. Students may obtain information and application form from the Counseling Center.
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NOTE: An individual who has been involved in a criminal proceeding or who has been charged with or convicted of a crime may file a pre-application with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in order to obtain a ruling on the impact of the situation on their eligibility for certification and registration. The pre-application fee is $75.00 and is non-refundable.
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