Radiologic Technology is a health care profession involving the use of ionizing radiation to generate diagnostic images in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.  The radiographer is a critical member of the health care team who is called upon to render compassionate patient care, insure safe radiation protection practices and apply technical knowledge in the operation of specialized imaging equipment.  An imaging professional must be, above all, a caring individual who possesses the ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment and employ critical thinking skills.  The field offers high growth opportunities and is constantly evolving through the application of computers and emerging technologies.

Mission Statement

To provide an intellectually stimulating and challenging environment where competency based education in radiography is focused on the needs of the patient and intended to produce competent and progressive imaging professionals of the highest caliber.

Program Goals

1. Graduates will be clinically competent.
2. Graduates will communicate in an effective manner.
3. Graduates will develop and apply problem solving skills.
4. Graduates will demonstrate a commitment to professional growth and life long learning.

Program Description

The associate of applied science degree in radiologic technology is a two-year (six sequential semesters including summers) program that prepares students for entry-level positions as radiographers.  The program starts once per year in the Spring Semester.  Students must complete 24 credits of general education requirements and 59 credits of major core courses.  The curriculum is designed in accordance with the Radiography Curriculum established by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists.  Academic courses include anatomy, radiographic positioning, radiation physics, principles of radiographic exposure, and other specialized topics.  The program is designed around a model of classroom and laboratory instruction integrated with hands-on experience in a clinical setting that provides a thorough educational foundation and professional preparation to enter the workforce as an independent practitioner upon graduation.  Students are required by Arizona state statute to complete1800 practicum hours within the 2 years.  The Radiologic Technology course of study is a demanding experience and involves a full-time commitment of at least 40 hours per week plus homework.  Students must maintain a minimum of a C average to remain in the program.  Students must be adequately prepared to meet the challenge and establish priorities prior to the start of classes.

Graduates of the program are eligible to:

1. Receive an AAS degree in Radiologic Technology
2. Sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists examination (ARRT)
3. Apply for an Arizona license to practice radiography – CRT (Certified Radiologic Technologist)

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