Course variations

Course summary

This program at Allen College is a highly-respected program that develops the skills and competencies necessary for entry level radiographer positions. Radiographers use their knowledge of science, human anatomy, and physiology to create medical images. Hospitals, imaging facilities, urgent care clinics, private physicians' offices, and other health care facilities provide employment opportunities for the radiographer graduate. The Allen College Radiography program provides many hands-on clinical experiences that allow the practical application of knowledge and prepare graduates for a professional career.

Program modules

The modules are General Education Pre-Requisites Curriculum: Anatomy and Physiology I 4; Anatomy and Physiology II 3; College Level Math 3; Intermediate Composition 3; Diversity Elective 3; Psychology 3; Sociology 3; Associate of Science in Radiography Curriculum ASR): LEVEL I:Summer: RA:111 Radiographic Procedures 2; RA:112 Methods of Patient Care and Assessment I 1; Fall: RA:100 Medical Terminology 1; RA:115 Introduction to Radiography 3; RA:121 Radiographic Procedures II 5; RA:135 Professional Development Practicum I 3; Spring: RA:122 Methods of Patient Care and Assessment II 2; RA:131 Radiographic Procedures III 5; RA:145 Professional Development Practicum II 4; RA:154 Imaging Methods and Sectional Anatomy 3; LEVEL II: Summer: RA:255 Professional Development Practicum III 4; Fall: RA:203 Radiographic Outcomes 1; RA:258 Radiographic Pathology 2; RA:265 Professional Development Practicum IV 6; RA:270 Radiographic Imaging 3; Spring: RA:203 Radiographic Outcomes 1; RA:251 Radiographic Physics 4; RA:261 Radiation Protection 2; RA:275 Professional Development Practicum V 6.

Entry requirement for international students

Students who apply for admission are considered on the basis of probable success as determined by: graduates of a Department of Public Instruction approved high school and who rank in the upper one-half of their graduating class will be considered for admission. Graduates of non-approved Iowa high schools or have taken the General Education Developmental Test (GED) with composite score of 57 or above shall be considered for admission. Additional consideration may be given to scores on standardized examinations. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. The American College Test (ACT), with composite score of 20 or above or another equivalent standardized college entrance test is required. If an applicant has been out of high school for five years or more, the ACT examination requirement is waived. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required of foreign-born students and applicants whose first language is not English. A minimum score of 550 is required. The General Education Development Test is required of all applicants who have not graduated from an accredited high school. A composite score of 57 is required. High School Curriculum Requirements: Course requirements and/or a recommended preparation of study English: 8 semesters (2 semesters must be in Composition.) English classes must have a grade of "C" or above, Mathematics: 6 semesters (2 semesters must be in Algebra.) Algebra classes must have a grade of "C" or above, Science: 6 semesters (2 semesters must be in Biology). Science classes must have a grade of "C" or above, Social Studies: 6 semesters.

Qualification

Associate degree

Awarding body

Allen College

Department name

Allen College