Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology Program (next cohort starts Summer 2027)

The Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology is a two-year degree program that integrates didactic, laboratory, and clinical training in which students will develop the necessary skills to produce quality radiographic images of human anatomy in a healthcare setting. This program Consists of clinical education continuing for five consecutive semesters.

Program Rationale

The Radiologic Technology Program is designed to prepare students to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) national certification examination and subsequently begin entry-level careers in diagnostic imaging. The field of radiologic technology is a rapidly growing field with many opportunities for growth and advancement. There is currently a great demand for radiologic technologists both locally and nationally, promising a wide range of employment opportunities for certified graduates.

Program Mission Statement

The mission of the Radiologic Technology Program is to prepare the student to enter diagnostic imaging as an entry-level radiographer. Consistent with the foundational principles of our founder, Sr. Sebastian Shea and the Sisters of Charity, graduates of the Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science Radiologic Technology Program have the educational discipline and clinical skills necessary to perform quality radiologic procedures and provide compassionate care for the community as servant leaders.

Program Curriculum

The Radiologic Technology Program consists of 65 credit hours including approximately 1750 hours of clinical education. Content areas for this program include patient care, ethics and law, radiation protection and biology, digital imaging, and radiographic procedures, in addition to general education courses. The program-specific courses and clinical education are taught in a face-to-face format to strengthen interpersonal skills and prepare students to work in various healthcare settings. General education courses may be completed in any order, and some may be offered online.

Clinical education allows the students to practice the theories learned in the classroom and apply them in a clinical setting. Clinical hours are scheduled opposite of class days depending on the semester, Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:00am and 3:00pm. During clinical education, students will have the opportunity to experience various advanced imaging modalities such as computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), mammography, and special procedures.

Program Goals

1. Students will be clinically competent.
2. Students will grow and develop professionally.
3. Students will demonstrate effective communication skills in the healthcare setting.
4. Students will demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
5. Students will serve the healthcare community as radiographers.

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Students will operate radiographic equipment within the appropriate safety guidelines.
2. Students will apply knowledge of positioning skills to produce radiographs of diagnostic quality.
3. Students will apply radiation protection principles for patient, self, and others.
4. Students will maintain ethical and professional values outlined in the ASRT Code of Ethics.
5. Students will demonstrate knowledge of professional societies.
6. Students will demonstrate effective written communication skills.
7. Students will demonstrate effective oral communication skills.
8. Students will provide compassionate patient care and anticipate patient needs.
9. Students will modify standard procedures to accommodate for patient condition and other variables.
10. Students will determine technical factors to achieve optimum radiographic techniques with minimal radiation exposure to the patient.
11. Students will analyze radiographic images for optimal quality.
12. Students will pass the national certification examination upon graduation.
13. Students will be employed as radiographers.