Radiologic Technology Program
Jefferson State’s RAD program was one of the first of its kind in an Alabama 2 year college. Upon admission to the program, students are involved in clinical activities in area hospitals to gain further hands on knowledge. Most clinicals are 7am to 3pm.Graduates are awarded an Associate in Applied Science degree and are eligible to take the National Registry Exam giving by the ARRT. Once a registered radiographer, you may work in hospitals, emergency clinics or doctor’s offices. The Radiologic Technology Program is accredited by: Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850 Chicago, IL 60606-2901 (312)704-5300 (312)704-5304 Fax
Curriculum
Upon admission, the student will observe the following curriculum outline:
First Term:
MTH 100 Intermediate College Algebra
BIO 201 Anatomy & Physiology I
RAD 111 Introduction to Radiography
RAD 112 Radiographic Procedures I
RAD 113 Patient Care
RAD 114 Clinical Education I
Second Term:
BIO 202 Anatomy & Physiology II
RAD 122 Radiographic Procedures II
RAD 125 Imaging Equipment
RAD 124 Clinical Education II
Third Term:
ENG 101 English Composition I
RAD 135 Exposure Principles
RAD 136 Radiation Protection & Biology
RAD 134 Clinical Education III
Fourth Term:
ENG 102 or SPH 106 or 107 PSY 200 General Psychology
RAD 212 Image Evaluation & Pathology
RAD 214 Clinical Education IV
Fifth Term:
Humanity Elective
RAD 227 Review Seminar
RAD 224 Clinical Education V
Goals
- Students will demonstrate didactic and ClinicalCompetenceLearning Outcomes apply positioning skills select appropriate technical factor practice radiation protection
- Students will effectively communicateLearning Outcomesuse effective oral communication skillspractice written communication skills
- Students will utilize critical thinking skills Learning Outcomes manipulate technical factors for non-routine examinations.adapt positioning for trauma patients.
- Students will evaluate the importance of professionalism Learning Outcomes develop a professional resume.exhibit professional behaviors such as punctuality n the clinical setting
- Provide qualified radiographers to meet the healthcare needs of the community.Learning Outcomes Pass ARRT national certification on the first attempt Complete program according to program guidelines Satisfied with their education Employers satisfied with graduate’s performance Gainfully employed within 12 mo. post graduation.
Admission Requirements
- Completed College admission application and have been unconditionally admitted to college
- Completed Radiology Program Application including essential functions & checklist form
- Official College Transcripts from all colleges attended mailed directly from the sending institution, including non-accredited schools to enrollment services.
- Official High School Transcripts or official GED report may be submitted if college credit is not available.
- Official ACT scores with a minimum of 18 is required & must be received from the National ACT by the college via ACT or High School Transcripts or Residual ACT scores from JSCC with ACT no more than 5 years old.
- Applicant must be 18 years or older at time of application deadline.
- A cumulative GPA of 2.5 on the last 24 credit hours of college level courses attempted. If no college credit has been completed a cumulative High School GPA of 2.5 is required.
- Applicant must be eligible to enroll in MTH 100 or higher level math course. Note: MTH 116 is a lower level math and will not meet requirements
- Applicant must be eligible to enroll in ENG 101.
- Mandatory Admission Orientation attendance required if admitted to program. Failure to attend may result in a forfeit of your admittance
- Applicant must pass a background check if admitted to program by the mandatory admission orientation session.
- Applicant must pass a drug screen prior to clinical rotations.
Located on the Jefferson State Community College Shelby– Hoover Campus
Christie Bolton
Program Coordinator
[email protected]
(205)983-5218
Annette Williamson-Ferguson
Clinical Coordinator
[email protected]
(205)983-5217
Pre-Program Advisors
Jefferson Campus
Kathleen Johnson
(205)856-7947
[email protected]
Shelby/Hoover Campus
Kim Rigg
(205)983-5949
[email protected]
