Radiologic Technology
Associate of Applied Science Degree

Advisor: Greg Paulauskis & Tom Liston

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Radiologic Technologists, also referred to as Radiographers, work in a professional environment at a hospital, private office, or clinic. Radiologic Technologists are trained to perform radiologic examinations in accordance with radiation safety standards for themselves, clinical staff and their patients. Skill sets include: patient care, positioning, operating X-ray equipment, film quality assessment, technical factors, and interacting with the general public, ancillary workers, healthcare workers, and physicians.

The Radiologic Technology student learns how to accurately demonstrate body structures by determining proper exposure factors, manipulating medical imaging equipment, evaluating the radiographic image quality; and providing for patient protection, safety, and comfort during radiographic procedures. Some technologists choose to specialize in computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, mammography, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, positron emission tomography or radiation therapy. Some of these modalities require additional certification. The student will be introduced to these specialty areas. Radiologic Technology is an expanding field in the area of medical diagnosis and treatment. Imaging methods and procedures are updated and implemented on a regular basis.

The Radiologic Technology Program is a two-year program designed to prepare individuals with the knowledge, skills, and professional attitude necessary for successful employment as a Radiologic Technologist.

Outcomes - Graduates are prepared to:

• Employ professional judgment, problem solving, and critical thinking to identify, assess, and analyze the situation providing quality patient care in a safe and ethical manner;
  
  
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills through verbal and written communication;
  
  
• Practice within the standards established by the profession;
  
  
• Demonstrate appropriate cultural, legal, ethical, and professional values; and
  
  
• Practice as a qualified registered technologist in any type of patient care facility.
  

Accreditation for the Radiologic Technology Program is through Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities coursework. This regional accrediting agency is the organization that accredits MSU - Great Falls College of Technology.

After completion of the program the graduate is eligible to take a nationally recognized certification examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT).

In seeking admission into the program, the student is required to complete the requirements of the Radiologic Technology Program Student Information and Application Packet. The Packet can be printed from the Program website.

Students in the Radiologic Technology Program must earn a “C-” or better in ALL classes in the two-year program. Any grade less than a “C-” in any class will result in the student having to retake that class.

Estimated Resident Program Cost:

Tuition and Fees	$8999
Application Fee	$30
Insurance	$75
Books/Supplies	$1900
TOTAL:	$11,004

Computer skills, Physics, and Chemistry are highly recommended.

Degree Completion Option
Students who have successfully completed and documented that they graduated from an accredited Radiologic Technology program and possess a current Radiologic Technologist State license may apply to the College’s Radiologic Technology AAS Degree Completion program and earn an Associate of Applied Science degree by taking all of the prerequisite courses listed below. For more information contact Admissions or the Program Director of the Radiologic Technology Program.

NOTE: Applicants must complete the following courses with a minimum grade of “C-” in each course prior to formal acceptance into the program.

Prerequisite Courses

Course	No.	Title	Credits
AH	145	Intro to Medical Terminology	1+
BIO	202	Human Anatomy for RAD Tech	3+
COMM	135	Interpersonal Communication	3+
ENGL	121**	Composition I	3+
MATH	---**	103 or Higher	3/4+
		SUBTOTAL	13/14

 

Program Course Requirements After Formal Acceptance

The courses below are to be taken in the order that they are listed.

Admission into the Radiologic Technology program is mandatory to qualify to take the courses below.

A grade of “C-” or above must be achieved in all courses to advance and graduate from the program.

Fall Semester 1

Course	No.	Title	Credits
RAD	105	Intro to Radiologic Technology	2+
RAD	110	Radiographic Procedures I	2+
RAD	115	Radiographic Principles I	3+
RAD	120	Radiobiology/Radiation Protection	3+
RAD	140	Clinical Education I	7+
		SUBTOTAL	17

 

Spring Semester 1

Course	No.	Title	Credits
RAD	111*	Radiographic Procedures II	3+
RAD	117*	Radiographic Principles II	3+
RAD	130*	Patient Care in Radiology	2+
RAD	141*	Clinical Education II	8+
		SUBTOTAL	16

 

Summer Semester

Course	No.	Title	Credits
RAD	240*	Radiologic Internship	8+
		SUBTOTAL	8

Fall Semester 2

Course	No.	Title	Credits
RAD	210*	Radiographic Procedures III	4+
RAD	220*	Radiographic Principles III	2+
RAD	241*	Clinical Education III	8+
		SUBTOTAL	14

Spring Semester 2

Course	No.	Title	Credits
RAD	215*	Radiographic Procedures IV	2+
RAD	242*	Clinical Education IV	10+
RAD	270	Registry Review	2+
		SUBTOTAL	14

Total Program Credits: 82/83~

~ Many students need preliminary math and English courses before enrolling in the program requirements. These courses may increase the total number of program credits. Students should review their math and English placement before planning out their full program schedules.

+ A grade of "C-" or above required for graduation
* Indicates prerequisites needed
** Placement in course(s) is determined by placement assessment