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RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM

The college offers a cooperative program with the area hospitals designed to provide understanding, proficiency, and skills in Radiography. Upon completion of the program, the successful student is granted an Associate of Applied Science Degree and is eligible to become certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. View job opportunities and salary information at https://www.angelina.edu/radiologic-technology/

The program curriculum balances general education, technical courses, and supervised practicum at area hospitals. The curriculum provides the student with educational development and occupational competence during the two-year program. The student must achieve a minimum grade of "C" in all prerequisite and Radiography courses or be dropped from the program. To graduate from the program, students must maintain an overall GPA of 2.0.

Radiography Mission and Philosophy

The Radiologic Technology Program, in concert with the mission and philosophy of Angelina College, is committed to providing a quality and comprehensive education in general radiography for preparation in the profession. Through didactic information, educational resources, and a variety of clinical experiences, the program is designed to develop competent, responsible, and independent radiography professionals. The program’s mission is also supported by a dedicated team of experienced faculty, radiographers, and physicians who encourage and model life-long learning in radiography.

Goals

  1. Students will demonstrate entry-level competency for employment in the profession.

  2. Students will recognize the importance of professionalism and ethical behavior.

  3. Students will employ critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

  4. Students will demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively.

Program Effectiveness Goals

The program will accomplish its mission by graduating competent radiographers.

  1. Graduates will pass the ARRT certification exam.

  2. Graduates will be employed in the medical imaging field.

  3. Graduates will be satisfied with their educational experience.

  4. Employers will be satisfied with the quality of program graduates.

Admission Criteria for the Radiologic Technology Program

  1. Application and acceptance to Angelina College.

  2. Annually attend an information session to obtain a program application and information.

  3. Submit a completed application for the radiography program, completed physical health form, proof of immunizations mandated by the Texas Department of State Health Services for healthcare workers, and provide proof of current 2-year American Heart Association CPR Healthcare Provider card no later than May 1 each year for August consideration. The program must receive all requested information for the application to be complete. The hepatitis B series (3 shots in 6 months) must be completed by the first clinical day of the fall semester.

  4. Complete all prerequisite courses before the designated selection date:

    BIOL 2404 – Human A & P (General)

                    ENGL 1301 – Composition

                    PSYC 2301 – General Psychology

                    MATH 1314 – College Algebra

                    OR MATH 1332 – Contemporary Math     

                    RADR 1201 – Introduction to Radiography

                    RADR 1203 – Patient Care

    Prerequisite courses may be taken twice in a five-year period for selection consideration. If a prerequisite course is taken twice in a five-year period, only the second grade will be calculated in the cumulative GPA for program selection.

    **Exception – Prerequisite 5-Year Rule: After a five (5) year period has elapsed, a student can attempt a prerequisite course for a third time, which will count toward the GPA calculation for program entrance.

  5. Submit official college transcript(s) indicating completion of prerequisite courses before the August decision date.

  6. Acceptance into the radiography program is limited. Applicants will be ranked and selected based on the following criteria:

    a. Completion of all prerequisite course requirements by published deadlines.

    b. Cumulative GPA in BIOL 2404, ENGL 1301, PSYC 2301, MATH 1314 or MATH 1332; RADR 1201, RADR 1203. The GPA is calculated after the end of the second summer session each year, with students ranked in descending numerical order. In case of GPA tie(s), the following items will be used for final selection: students with higher grades in MATH 1314 or MATH 1332; BIOL 2404, RADR 1201, and RADR 1203 will receive greater consideration.

    c. “Conditional” program admission is based on the cumulative GPA in the prerequisite courses. The Radiography program currently accepts 20-23 students per year.

  7. Applicants will be notified of “conditional” admission decisions by letter before fall registration.

  8. Upon “conditional” acceptance into the program, a random drug screening and background check are conducted at the student’s expense.

  9. The drug screening and background check must be negative/successful to receive “full” acceptance into the program.

State Licensing Requirements

The State of Texas requires the licensing of Medical Radiologic Technologists (MRT) through the Texas Medical Board (TMB).

The Radiography Program conforms to state requirements by being accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) for the MRT – General Certificate (allowing for the performance of all radiological procedures). JRCERT contact information:

JRCERT

20 N. Wacker Drive

Suite 2850

Chicago, IL 60606-3182

Phone: 312.704.5300, fax: 312.704.5304

Internet: www.jrcert.org or mail@jrcert.org.

 The graduate must apply for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification examination and take and pass the examination.

 The graduate must also complete an application to the TMB-MRT program, pay applicable fees, and furnish other documentation as required by the Texas Medical Board – MRT program. Once TMB has received your status report indicating that you passed and are in good standing with the ARRT, they will issue a General (or Specialty in Radiography) Certificate, allowing you to work as a radiographer in the State of Texas.

 Students considering this program are advised that any conviction of a felony or misdemeanor charge (other than a minor traffic violation; DWI is not a minor traffic violation) can make you ineligible for certification by the ARRT and subsequently by the State of Texas. The ARRT is the only agency that can address whether they will or will not allow an individual with a criminal record to sit for their examination. If there is a doubt, students should investigate the possibilities with the ARRT at (651) 687-0048 or www.arrt.org.