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Radiologic Technology Program – Point System

Pre-Requisites (1–3 points each unless noted)

• BIOL 2301 Anatomy and Physiology I (Lecture, 3 SCH) – 1–3 points
• BIOL 2101 Anatomy and Physiology I (Lab, 1 SCH) – 1 point
• BIOL 2302 Anatomy and Physiology II (Lecture, 3 SCH) – 1–3 points
• BIOL 2102 Anatomy and Physiology II (Lab, 1 SCH) – 1 point
• MATH 1314 College Algebra (3 SCH) – 1–3 points

Co-Requisites (1 point each)

• ENGL 1301 Composition I (3 SCH)
• BCIS 1305 Business Computer Applications (3 SCH)
• PSYC 2314 Human Growth and Development or PSYC 2301 General Psychology (3 SCH)
• HUMA 1301 Introduction to Humanities or PHIL 1301 Introduction to Philosophy or PHIL 2306 Introduction to Ethics (3 SCH)

Additional Criteria

• Information session attendance (within past year) – 2 points
• Applied to the program in a prior year – 2 points
• Associate degree – 1 point
• Bachelor’s degree or higher – 2 points

Cumulative GPA (2–20 points)

• Below 2.5 – 2 points
• 2.5 – 2.749 – 5 points
• 2.75 – 2.99 – 8 points
• 3.0 – 3.249 – 11 points
• 3.25 – 3.499 – 14 points
• 3.5 – 3.749 – 17 points
• 3.75 – 4.0 – 20 points

Semester Credit Hours Earned (2–10 points)

• 0–15 hours – 2 points
• 16–30 hours – 4 points
• 31–45 hours – 6 points
• 46–60 hours – 8 points
• 60+ hours – 10 points

Maximum Score
50 total points

The Radiologic Technology Program at 黑料网 is quite intense and requires many hours of study to be successful. Students must be able to meet the following physical and mental abilities for successful completion of the radiology technology program:

• Must have the physical ability to move radiography equipment and manipulate the x-ray tube located 70-80 inches above the floor.
• Lift and/or support at a minimum 75 pounds in order to lift and carry x-ray accessories.
• Have the ability to appropriately position patients for radiographic procedures and safely transfer patients who may weigh in excess of 300 pounds.
• Must be able to push a portable x-ray machine for bedside radiography.
• Ability to articulate clear verbal commands to the patient while the patient is being positioned for a procedure from a distance of 7-12 feet.
• Have the ability to select and calculate proper x-ray exposure factors based on exam type and patient body habitus.
• Must be able to manage stressful situations that relate to patient care, procedure, and technical standards.
• Must be able to evaluate radiographs for proper patient positioning, proper exposure factors, and other essential factors for the purpose of image quality control.
• Have sight corrected to observe patients from a distance of 5-20 feet, read and adjust the x-ray control panel, and position patients correctly.
• Have hearing corrected, with the ability to hear patients at a distance of 5-12 feet.
• Have sufficient tactile ability in order to access a patient's pulses, in addition to changes in a patient's physiologic status (i.e. changes in edema, skin temperature, etc.).
• Have the ability to smell odors that may signify a change in the physiologic status of a patient or an unsafe environmental condition.
• Have the ability to read and comprehend written class room material, medical documents, and institution procedures and policies.
• Have the ability to write legible in English in a style that is readable.
• Must be able to accurately calculate in order to prepare medications, administer proper dosage of radiographic contrast material, and count pulse and respirations.
• Must be able to move freely with full manual dexterity of both upper and lower extremities, have unrestricted movement of neck, shoulder, back, and hips in order to assess, observe and perform emergency patient care, assist with all aspects of patient care, and be able to touch the floor for the removal of environmental hazards.
• Must be prepared to directly handle barium and iodinated contrast media and be in the vicinity of latex products.
• Cannot be dependent on any chemical or substance.
• Have the ability to react appropriately and quickly in emergency situations.
• Must be poised, well-groomed and neat in appearance, discreet, tactful, diplomatic, professional, versatile, ethical, and dependable.
• Must have the ability to comprehend written and verbal instructions correctly in academic and clinical health care settings.
• Must exhibit the capacity for reasoned judgment and calm in a health care environment.
• Must not have physical or mental medical disorders that limit the ability to perform the duties of a radiology technology student.
• Must be stable emotionally, as this type of work involves life and death situations.
• Must show honesty and integrity in all matters.
• Enjoy working with people and patient contact.

• The establishment of thorough and effective screening procedures for patients and other individuals is one of the most critical components of a program that guards the safety of all those entering the MRI environment or undergoing MRI procedures. An important aspect of protecting patients and individuals from MRI-related accidents and injuries involves an understanding of the risks associated with the various implants, devices, accessories, and other objects that may cause problems in this setting. This requires constant attention and diligence to obtain information and documentation about these objects to provide the safest MRI setting possible. 
• Students accepted to the program will fill out MRI Safety Screening Form.

ARRT Eligibility: 

• The 黑料网 Radiologic Technology Program and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) enforce high standards of ethics and professional conduct both among Radiologic Technologists (R.T.s) and among candidates (students) for ARRT credentials. These rules were created to help protect the safety of all patients. Please see ARRT Standards of Ethics. Applicants who have been involved in any of the following and who have concerns regarding licensure eligibility are encouraged to complete an Ethics Review Preapplication. Completion of this process before beginning the program will ensure the student will be eligible for licensing through the ARRT.
• Felony or misdemeanor charges or convictions (including speeding tickets and parking violations that are considered misdemeanors or felonies)
• Charges or convictions concerning traffic violations that involved drugs or alcohol
• Convictions in a military court-martial
• Violations of state or federal narcotics or controlled substance laws, even if you aren’t charged or convicted
• Disciplinary actions concerning a professional license, permit, registration, or certification
• Violations of an honor code at an educational institution you attended to meet ARRT certification and registration requirements
• Offenses that were committed as a juvenile and that were adjudicated through the juvenile court system do not need to be reported.
• For more information, please visit the ARRT's webpage dedicated to .