Radiologic Technology, A.S.

CONTACT

Mary Buckley, 413.552.2448, mbuckley@hcc.edu

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The HCC Radiologic Technology Program prepares graduates to immediately enter the workforce as a professional in the field of diagnostic medical imaging. The Radiologic Technology Program provides a well-structured, academic, and competency-based curriculum that prepares students to practice in the discipline of radiography. Through classroom, laboratory, and clinical coursework, students develop an understanding and competency of the following content areas: patient care, radiation physics, radiobiology, radiation protection, image production, equipment operation, quality assurance, and various radiographic procedures. Students who successfully complete the program will receive an Associate of Science degree in Radiologic Technology, meeting the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists education requirement for certification as a registered radiologic technologist. The Radiologic Technology program is fully accredited by:

Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology

20 North Wacker Drive Suite 2850

Chicago, IL 60606-3182

Telephone: 312.704.5300

https://www.jrcert.org/

PROGRAM OUTCOMES

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

demonstrate proficiency in positioning
understand and use proper radiographic techniques
understand and apply proper radiation protection practices
demonstrate effective verbal communication with clinical instructors, staff, patients, and other students
demonstrate effective written communication skills
demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills
adapt positioning to non-routine situations
modify radiographic technique settings based on image critique and patient factors
demonstrate a desire for professional growth and development
demonstrate a professional attitude and behavior at their clinical sites and places of employment

For more information about the HCC Radiologic Technology Program, including admission criteria, programmatic mission and goals, program effectiveness data, and the student handbook, please visit the HCC Radiologic Technology program website.

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: 24 CREDITS

ENG 101(A) - Composition I Credit(s): 3
ENG 102(A) - Composition II Credit(s): 3
Social Science Elective (B) Credit(s): 3
Social Science Elective (B) Credit(s): 3
MTH 104(D) - College Algebra Credit(s): 4
BIO 217(E) - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Credit(s): 4
BIO 218(E) - Human Anatomy and Physiology II Credit(s): 4

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS: 46 CREDITS

HTH 114 - Medical Terminology Credit(s): 3
RDL 115 - Patient Care Credit(s): 3
RDL 122 - Radiographic Techniques and Control I Credit(s): 3
RDL 123 - Radiographic Techniques and Control II Credit(s): 3
RDL 132 - Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy I Credit(s): 3
RDL 133 - Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy II Credit(s): 3
RDL 141 - Clinical Education and Lab Experience I Credit(s): 2
RDL 142 - Clinical Education and Lab Experience II Credit(s): 3
RDL 158 - Clinical Internship I Credit(s): 1
RDL 190 - Radiologic Instrumentation Credit(s): 3
RDL 221 - Advanced Procedures and Techniques I Credit(s): 3
RDL 233 - Special Radiology Studies Credit(s): 3
RDL 234 - Advanced Procedures and Techniques II Credit(s): 3
RDL 241 - Clinical Education and Lab Experience III Credit(s): 3
RDL 242 - Clinical Education and Lab Experience IV Credit(s): 3
RDL 251 - Clinical Internship II Credit(s): 4

TOTAL: 70 CREDITS

NOTES

A grade of “C+” or better is required in all RDL and BIO courses to remain in and graduate from this program. To count towards degree completion, BIO 217 and BIO 218 must be dated no more than seven years prior to the program start date.

Admitted students are required to complete additional requirements including, but not limited to: successful passage of a COR/SORI check and Drug Screening. Additional requirements may be needed; please refer to the program webpage for the most up-to-date list of requirements.

Professional licensure and certification requirements vary from state to state. Licensure and certification in one state does not guarantee automatic licensure in another state. Holyoke Community College offers courses and programs that may lead to professional licensure or certification in states outside of Massachusetts. Holyoke Community College has not made a determination that its curriculum meets State educational requirements for licensure or certification in states outside of Massachusetts.

Completion of the Radiologic Technology program at Holyoke Community College meets the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists education requirement for certification as a registered radiologic technologist in Massachusetts.

New England does not have a reciprocity agreement for Radiologic Technology professional certification.

For Radiologic Technology professional licensure in states other than Massachusetts, please contact the licensing board in your state to determine whether Holyoke Community College’s program meets your state’s requirements for licensure or certification.

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