Looking for a career with a future?

Think about Jefferson State’s Radiologic Technology Program.

Our RAD program was one of the first of its kind in an Alabama Junior College. Prior to the establishment of junior college programs, students were trained by hospitals and received no academic credit. Students now complete prerequisite general education courses before being admitted into the RAD program. Upon admission into the program, students are involved in clinical activities at the main campus and area hospitals to gain further "hands on" knowledge. Most clinical rotations are from 7:00 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Graduates of Jefferson State's program are awarded an associate in applied science degree and are eligible to request to write the National Registry Exam given by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists to become a registered Radiologic Technologist.

Once registered as a radiographer, you will be eligible for employment in hospitals, emergency clinics or doctor's offices. Later, if you decide to continue your education, you can apply many credits earned in the associate degree program at Jefferson State toward a four year degree at the University of Alabama, Birmingham or other Universities.

Program Goals

1.  The program mission can be met by the achievement of the following goals:

2. Prepare students to demonstrate clinical competence and provide patient care as entry level radiographers.

3. Prepare students to effectively communicate in the clinical education setting.

4. Enable students to utilize appropriate critical thinking and problem solving skills in the didactic and clinical setting.

5. Provide qualified radiographers to meet the health care needs of the community.

6. Promote professional growth, values, and life long learning of a radiographer.

Admission Requirements

In order to be admitted to the Radiologic Technology Program students must:

• Apply to the college & meet all college admission requirements. 

• Submit a complete application packet for admission to the Radiologic Technology Program by July 1st. Packets should include the following:

 Applicants must be at least 18 years of age

• A minimum of 2.5 cumulative GPA of college or high school work.

• Applicants must be eligible for placement into the following courses:

Important Deadline:
2009 Fall Program Enrollment-
July 1st, 2009, all applications are due by 4:30 PM

Radiological Technology Program Admission Points Ranking Sheet 

Ranking Scores are Calculated as Follows:

• 1. Academic Coursework ( 47.5 Possible Points )
  Points for grades in selected college and high school courses are awarded as follows:

  A = 95, B = 85, C = 75.  The total number is then divided by 3, and then multiplied by .5.
  In order for high school grades to be used for ranking for admission, student must take the appropriate placement tests and place into college level courses in the area.

• 2. Compass Test Scores (49 .5 Possible Points )

  Points for each section of this area come from the actual scores from the COMPASS TEST. For eligibility, students must meet the minimum requirement for the Compass Reading Exam. Total scores are added together, divided by 297, and then multiplied by .5. (MINIMUM Score: Reading – 76)

• 3. Curriculum Coursework ( 7 Possible Points )

  1 Point will be added to the final score for each required general education course in which a “C” or better is obtained.  Only one humanities class may count.

Total Points Awarded

Section 1: _________ /  47.5 Points

Section 2: _________ /  49.5 Points

Section 3: _________ /  7      Points

TOTAL:     _________ / 104 Possible Points

 Radiological Technology Program Checklist

It is the student’s responsibility to submit a completed application admissions packet by the deadline.  No incomplete packets will be accepted or processed.  Faxed packets will not be accepted.  Students must initial beside each statement below to ensure that they meet the minimum admissions criteria. The Radiology program is offered only at the Shelby Campus.
 

1._______         Completed application to the RAD TECH program.  A completed application packets includes the following:
            A. Program Application
            B. Clinical Observation Forms
            C. Official High School and College Transcripts
            D. Official Compass Test Scores

2._______         Completed college admissions application and have been unconditionally admitted to the college.

3._______         I am 18 years or older.

4._______         Official high school transcripts showing graduation OR official GED score report OR official transcripts from ALL colleges and technical schools attended.  Transcripts must be in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution.  All current official transcripts must be submitted with this application, even if they are already on file with Enrollment Services.  Students who have college credit from Jefferson State Community College do not have to obtain official Jefferson State transcripts to include in this packet.  Students who are transferring from another college are not required to include a high school transcript unless they wish it to be used in the evaluation process.

5._______         Meet minimum score on Compass Reading Test: Reading – 76. Students are also required to take the Algebra and English portion of the test. Test may be taken every 60 days and there is a retest fee of $8.00. If COMPASS test is taken at another institution, that institution’s testing center must contact our Testing Center (205-856-7896) to arrange for scores to be transferred.  It is the student’s responsibility to verify your scores are loaded with JSCC.

6._______         Cumulative GPA is a 2.5 or higher from all college coursework attempted at all colleges and schools attended within the last ten (10) years or, final cumulative high school GPA is a 2.5 or higher OR successfully passed the GED exam. Note: GPA is calculated by dividing total quality points earned at every college by total hours attempted at every college.

7._______         Eligible to enroll in MTH 100 or a higher level math course or have taken MTH 100 or a higher level math course.  Refer to the current Jefferson State Community College catalog for course prerequisites or placement test score requirements. Note: Math 116 is a lower level math and will not meet the curriculum requirements for the Radiology Program.

8._______         Eligible to enroll in ENG 101 or have taken ENG101.  Refer to the current Jefferson State Community College catalog for course prerequisites or placement test score requirements.

9._______         Completed minimum of 12 hours of clinical observations. Clinical Observation must be completed in a minimum of two visits to total 12 hours. Specific times are required for each visit. Each visit must be signed on separate observation form (see the radiologic technology website for the Observation Form).  The Observations must be completed in a radiographic diagnostic department of a hospital. (OUT PATIENT FACILTIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED) 

Please note:  Admission to the Radiologic Technology Program is competitive, and the number of students is limited by the number of faculty and clinical facilities available.  Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance.

NOTE: The Radiology Technology Program is currently undergoing revision. Published guidelines and requirements are subject to change without notice. Updated information will be posted on the Jefferson State website as available.

For more specific information regarding admission, contact one of the pre-program advisors.