Radiology Technology

Winter 2019

Enrollment:

Fall

Degrees and Certificates

Program Website:

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Tuition and Fees

http://www.ccs.spokane.edu/TuitionFees

Additional Costs

Books$1000
Supplies and Equipment$115
Misc. Fees*$525
* Estimate for seven quarters. Misc fee includes: uniforms, physical exam, insurance, national exam, other

Program Description

Radiologic technologists are an integral part of the allied health team of healthcare workers providing patient care. Their primary duties include producing radiographic examinations that aid the physicians in diagnosing diseases and/or injuries. The radiologic technologist performs examinations at the request of a physician.

The technologist’s primary role is obtaining top quality radiographic images while providing patient care. Radiologic departments can be found in hospitals, freestanding clinics and physician offices. While in the program the students become proficient at performing examinations in general radiography, fluoroscopy, surgery, trauma and intensive care units.

The program meets the criteria set forth by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) in collaboration with academic guidelines set by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT). Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, 20 N. Wacker Dr. Suite 2850, Chicago IL  60606-3182, Phone: (312) 704-5300 Fax: (312) 704-5304

Upon completion and graduation of the program the students are able to take the national registry examination given by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Each required course for graduation must be completed with a grade of 2.0 or better before proceeding to the next quarter. All clinicals must be completed with a grade of 2.5 or better.

National background checks and drug screening are completed at the beginning of the program and if there is a finding, clinical sites may not accept the student. This could prevent program completion, inability to take the national exam, and future employment due to a failed background check and/or drug screening.

Admission Requirements:

Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Students will have skills and knowledge for an entry-level radiographic technologist.
  2. Students will have the skills to effectively utilize good communication skills.
  3. Students will have the skills to effectively utilize critical thinking and problem solving skills.
  4. Students will have the skills to become responsible for lifelong learning through continuing education and/or advancement in the field of radiology.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this field generally find jobs in hospital or clinical settings. Hospitals operate 24/7; consequently weekend, evening and night jobs are more available. Clinical settings tend to operate days, Monday-Friday; however the pay is generally lower. For several years our classes have obtained 100% employment rate. Radiologic technologists may obtain further education in other fields of radiology such as ultrasound and nuclear medicine.
POTENTIAL POSITIONS INCLUDE: general diagnostics, fluoroscopy, trauma, surgery, mammography, cardiovascular, interventional, Cat Scan (CT), and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).

AAS - SCC

Offered at Locations:  Spokane Community College

Prerequisites

-  BIOL&160 General Biology w/Lab 
-  BIOL&241 Human A & P 1 
-  BIOL&242 Human A & P 2 
-  CIS  110 Introduction to Computer Applications 
-  ENGL&101 English Composition I 
-  HED  125 Medical Terminology 
-  MATH 99 Intermediate Algebra 
-  PHYS 100 Introductory Physics 
-  SURG 105 Blood-borne Pathogens and HIV/AIDS 

First Quarter

RAD  111Radiographic Positioning I 5
RAD  113Patient Care and Ethics I 2
RAD  114Radiographic Image Evaluation I 2
RAD  115Radiographic Principles I 3
RAD  116Clinical Education I 8
20

Second Quarter

RAD  121Radiographic Positioning II 3
RAD  123Patient Care and Ethics II 2
RAD  124Radiographic Image Evaluation II 2
RAD  125Radiographic Principles II 3
RAD  126Clinical Education II 9
RAD  127Mobile/Surgical Procedures 1
20

Third Quarter

RAD  131Radiographic Positioning III 2
RAD  134Radiographic Image Evaluation III 2
RAD  136Clinical Education III 9
RAD  145Radiographic Principles III 2
15

Fourth Quarter

RAD  141Radiographic Positioning IV 2
RAD  144Radiographic Image Evaluation IV 1
RAD  146Clinical Education IV 7
RAD  235Pharmacology/Venipuncture 2
12

Fifth Quarter

RAD  212Quality Management 2
RAD  213Various Modalities 2
RAD  214Radiographic Image Evaluation V 2
RAD  215Radiation Biology and Protection 1
RAD  216Clinical Education V 9
16

Sixth Quarter

RAD  211Radiographic Positioning V 1
RAD  223Radiation Pathology 2
RAD  224Radiographic Image Evaluation VI 2
RAD  225Skull and GI Review 1
RAD  226Clinical Education VI 9
15

Seventh Quarter

RAD  236Clinical Education VII 9
RAD  237Review and Registration Preparation 3
RAD  238Cat Scan 1
RAD  239Advanced Image Evaluation 1
14
112 credits are required for the AAS
1This course has a prerequisite of BIOL& 160.
2This related education requirement may be met by any course or combination of courses approved by the instructional dean.
3This course may be taken during the first quarter of the program. Recommended to take prior to enrollment.

Disclaimer: The college cannot guarantee courses will be offered in the quarters indicated. During the period this guide is in circulation, there may be curriculum revisions and program changes. Students are responsible for consulting the appropriate academic unit or adviser for more current and specific information. the information in this guide is subject to change and does not constitute an agreement between the college and the student.