Radiology
 Radiologic
technology is an imaging science combining advanced technology with
human compassion. A radiographer (sometimes called a radiologic
technologist) is a health care professional who is educated, trained
and certified to produce images (x-rays) of patients’ internal
structures for use in diagnosing medical problems.
Upon successful completion of the 22-month, full scope of practice
program, students are eligible to apply for the American Registry
of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification exam in radiography. Registry-eligible
graduates have the opportunity for employment in hospitals, doctors’
offices, outpatient centers or other health care facilities. Our
graduates experience excellent career mobility. Areas of advancement
include radiation therapy, ultrasound, mammography, nuclear medicine,
computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging and angiography.
Some graduates have chosen to pursue careers as technical sales
representatives, educators, managers/administrators, instructors
with equipment manufacturers and physicians.
Whatever path is chosen, radiography provides many opportunities
for professional growth. Technologically, it is the fastest growing
area of all allied health careers. Starting salaries can range from
approximately $30,000 to $36,000, depending on the geographic area,
the specialty, and the shift worked.
The radiologic technology program admits a new class each year at the beginning of the second summer term, usually the first of July. All admission requirements are to be completed by February 1. Applicants should schedule an orientation in the summer or fall to allow sufficient time for completion of all required forms and procedures prior to February 1 of each year. A student who waits until January may not be able to meet all admission requirements by the February 1 deadline.
Accreditation: The radioloic technology program
is fully accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in
Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850,
Chicago, IL, 60606-3182, 312-704-5300, www.jrcert.org
The total program is 22 months in length and requires clinical and didactic competency as outlined in the curriculum. Clinical competency is obtained through completion of practicum objectives in approved clinical education settings throughout middle Tennessee. Transportation to and from clinical education settings is the sole responsibility of each individual student.
Program enrollment is limited by clinical education setting capacities and admission is not guaranteed. Formal interviews with the Radiologic Technology Advisory Committee are held in the spring of each year. New classes begin the second session of the summer term. Applicants should schedule an orientation in the summer or fall to allow sufficient time for completion of all required forms prior to February 1 of each year. Only applicants who have completed all admission requirements will be considered for interviews with the committee.
Criminal background checks may be a requirement at some affiliated clinical training sites. Based on the results of the criminal background check, an affiliated clinical site may determine to not allow your presence at their facility. This could result in your inability to successfully complete the requirements of a specific course and your program. More information is available from your program director.
NOTICE: FELONY OR MISDEMEANOR CONVICTIONS
The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
(ARRT) has stringent rules regarding misconduct and eligibility
to take the national registry exam. If you have been convicted of
any felony or misdemeanor offense(s), you may complete the pre-application
review process with the ARRT prior to program enrollment to avoid
delays and uncertainty regarding certification eligibility. The
pre-application review form is downloadable from the Ethics section
of ARRT’s website at www.arrt.org
or by phoning ARRT at 651-687-0048.
In the event that a student or graduate
of the Radiologic Technology Program is concerned about ARRT eligibility,
it is the sole responsibility of the student or graduate to certify
eligibility with the ARRT.
Upon satisfactory completion of the program, students are awarded the Associate of Applied Science degree and are eligible to apply for certification in radiography bythe American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
For more specific information on the radiography program,
explore the following links:
Mission and Goals
Admission Requirements
Program/Continuation Requirements
Program of Study
Readmission Requirements
Tuition, Fees and Related Program Costs
Helpful Web Sites and Information
Applicant Handbook
Technical Standards
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Sign Up for Orientation
Virtual Clinical Observation
Additional Radiologic Technology Information
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