Course variations

Course summary

The Associate of Science degree program in radiologic technology serves as the foundation for a Bachelor of Science degree in medical imaging technology. It is designed to prepare the student for employment as an entry-level radiologic technologist after two years of didactic, clinical and professional education. The program also provides the necessary prerequisite courses for a Bachelor of Science degree in a medical imaging technology program.This program provides employers with graduates possessing caring values and compassion. to provide graduates to underserved populations, to introduce students to the importance of community ,to introduce students to the advantages of professional societies. The primary duties of a radiologic technologist include operating imaging equipment and performing technical procedures to produce X-ray studies for the diagnosis and treatment of injury and disease. Other duties include positioning the patients, determining safe technical factors, maintaining patient records, image processing, assisting the radiologist in the performance of procedures and initiating basic lifesupport techniques as necessary. Radiologic technologists provide patient services using imaging equipment as directed by physicians. Professional competence requires that radiographers apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology, positioning, radiographic technique, and radiation protection to produce body images. Radiologic technologists must exercise independent judgment and critical thinking skills in the performance of imaging procedures and must be able to communicate effectively with patients, other health professionals and the public. Graduates are eligible to practice as radiologic technologists after successful completion of certifying examinations (ARRT, CRT, and Fluoroscopy).

Program modules

The modules are as follows: Introduction to Radiologic Technology, Radiographic Positioning, Methods of Patient Care, Clinical Practicum, Medical Terminology, Principles of Radiation Exposure, Introduction to Computers, Public Speaking, Radiation Physics, Seminar and Community Service Learning, Medical Spanish, Advanced Radiographic Procedures, US History, General Psychology, Cultural Anthropology, American Government, College Algebra, Seminar on Radiologic Technology, Principles of Augmentation, Introduction to US Health CareDeliverySystem, Fundamentals of Management, Research Methods, Educational Methods for Allied HealthPractitioners, Organization and Management of Health Care Systems, Fluoroscopy, Anatomy and Physiology, Social Science.

Entry requirement for international students

Students should have a minimum 2.0 GPA with a High School diploma, GED or the equivalent. They have to submit official transcripts from all institutions previously attended. Students have to submit an one-page typed personal statement delineating reasons for wanting to become a substance abuse counselor and/or personal aspirations in applying. They should have one year of sobriety for individuals in recovery. Students will have a Personal interview with the selection committee.

Qualification

Associate degree

Awarding body

Charles Drew University Of Medicine And Science

Department name

College of Science and Health