(Degree Audit Program Code: RAD-THERAPY-AAS)
The Radiation Therapy Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606-3182
Program Goals: The radiation therapy program has established student goals for success.
Prepare student for entry level position in the field of radiation therapy.
Develop effective oral and written communication skills.
Learn to apply critical thinking skills in a clinical setting.
Teach student to recognize and manage ethical issues both in an academic and clinical setting.
Graduates are qualified and eligible to apply for the national credentialing examination.
Promote and embrace a commitment to lifelong learning.
Mission Statement
In keeping with the mission of Galveston College, The Radiation Therapy Program is committed to providing the students with a basic general education. The program also provides the students with the opportunities to develop specific skills through the program which will prepare the graduate for an entry level position in the field of Radiation Oncology. The faculty and staff of the Radiation Therapy Program are committed to assisting students in maximizing their academic, personal and professional potential trough quality didactic and clinical instructions.
Admission Criteria 1. Academic Requirements
TSI scores for TSI-eligible students or placement scores for TSI-exempt students which permit enrollment in college level courses must appear on official transcript.
Make application to Galveston College.
Submit program application prior to the application deadline. Submission of program application does not guarantee admission into the radiation therapy program.
Complete the program prerequisites prior to the application deadline with a minimum GPA of 2.5.
Schedule a meeting with the program director.
Overall a minimum GPA of 2.5.
Math and science courses must be completed within 5 years of acceptance into the program.
2. Program applications are accepted September 15 through April 15.
3. Minimum of 8 hours observation or job shadowing at a cancer center.
4. Criteria for Acceptance into the Program: Galveston College cannot accept all applicants due to limited clinical space in the program. Criteria for student selection are based on the following:
GPA of prerequisites
Overall GPA
Overall academic profile
Terminal awards and/or degrees form academic institutions.
Interview process: Only those students who are rated in the upper 50% of the applicant pool will be extended an interview by the admissions committee.
Program interviews are conducted during the month of June.
Notification of program application status deadline is June 30.
5. Acceptance into the Program: Once the applicant has been accepted into the program they are responsible for the following:
Provide proof or complete the Hepatitis B immunization series including titer or show proof of illness prior to clinical attendance deadline of June 1, summer semester.
Complete Varicella immunization (Chicken Pox) or show proof of illness prior to the clinical attendance deadline of June 1, summer semester.
Complete a background check through Galveston College, at student‘s expense, upon acceptance into the program.
Complete a drug screening test through Galveston College, at student‘s expense, upon acceptance into the program.
Attend mandatory program orientation prior to enrolling in program courses.
6. Curriculum: The curriculum for the radiation therapy program is based on the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) curriculum grid. The ASRT curriculum grid is approved by the program‘s
accrediting agency, the JRCERT. All program courses must be completed with a minimum grade of 75% to progress in the program.
Upon completion of program requirements the student receives an Associate of Applied Science Degree from Galveston College. The student is also eligible, upon graduation, to apply to the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) to sit for the national certification examination.
Transfer of Credit: Students who wish to transfer course credits from another radiation therapy program will be evaluated on an individual basis as their entry status. Transfer grades below a ―C‖ are not accepted for credit. The student requesting transfer credit must
Meet admissions requirements for Galveston College.
Meet admissions requirements for the radiation therapy program.
Currently have a minimum GPA of 2.5 in the previous program.
Submit all course work completed with syllabus and course descriptions from transferring program.
Submit a letter of recommendation from the previous program director.
Submit 2 letters of recommendation from clinical personnel associated with the previous radiation therapy program.
Upon completion of the evaluation process, the program director will determine the student‘s entry level placement in the program. The student is not guaranteed that acceptance in to the radiation therapy program at Galveston College automatically places student at the same level of their previous program.
PREREQUISITES
First Semester (Fall) Second Semester (Spring) RADT 1301 Introduction to Radiation
Therapy
3 CTMT 2336 CT Equipment and Methodology
3 NMTT 1303 Radiation Biology and Safety 3 RADT 1344 Instrumentation and
Methodologies
3
RADR 1203 Patient Care 2 RADT 2301 Oncology I 3
RADT 2317 Radiation Therapy Physics 3 RADT 2307 Dosimetry I 3
BIOL 2402 Anatomy & Physiology II 4 RADR 2340 Sectional Anatomy for Med.
Imag
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Fall) Second Semester (Spring)
Social/Behavior Science Elective7 3 RADT 1291 Special Topics in Rad Therapy Seminar *
2
SPCH 1318 Interpersonal Comm 3 RADT 2466 Practicum III 4
Language, Philosophy & Culture Elective4/ Creative Arts Elective3
3 6
RADT 1467 Practicum II 4
13
TOTAL SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS IN PROGRAM: 70
Notes:
3Select one course from ARTS 1301, ARTS 1303, DRAM 1310, DRAM 2366, HUMA 1301, MUSI 1306, or MUSI 1310.
4 Selectone course from ARTS 1304, ENGL 2322, ENGL 2323, ENGL 2327, ENGL 2328, ENGL 2332, ENGL 2333, ENGL 2342, ENGL 2343, HUMA 1302, PHIL 1301, PHIL 2306, PHIL 2307, or PHIL 2321.
7Select one course from CRIJ 1301, CRIJ 1307, ECON 2301, ECON 2302, KINE 1304, KINE 1346, PSYC 2301, SOCI 1301, or SOCI 1306.
*Identifies Capstone course.
Underline - Identifies courses to meet academic, general education requirements for AAS Degree.
RADIOGRAPHY
Associate of Applied Science Degree
(Degree Audit Program Code: RADIOGRAPHY-AAS)
Upon completion of the A.A.S. degree, the student will be eligible to sit for the board exam with the American Registry of Radiologic technologists (A.R.R.T.) to become a licensed medical radiographer.
The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, 20 N Wacker Dr., Suite 2850, Chicago, IL, 60606-3182, nationally accredits the Galveston College Radiography program.
Program Outcomes:
1. Graduate students that will be competent, entry-level radiographers prepared for the healthcare field.
Expected outcome
a. Graduates will demonstrate adequate entry level radiography skills b. Students will produce quality diagnostic radiographs
c. Students will be able to perform basic patient care skills
d. Students will demonstrate knowledge and practice appropriate radiation protection methods e. Students will be able to critique finished radiographs for diagnostic quality
2. Students will demonstrate appropriate communication skills.
Expected outcome
a. Students demonstrate appropriate communication skills in the clinical setting
b. Employers will report that graduates demonstrate appropriate communication skills upon employment
3. Students will demonstrate appropriate critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Expected outcome
a. Students will be able to safely operate radiographic equipment
b. Students will be able to perform radiographic examinations in an emergency and trauma environment c. Students will be able to administer age appropriate patient care
4. The student (graduate) will understand the importance of professional values and lifelong learning.
Expected outcome
a. Students will demonstrate professional behavior
b. Students will demonstrate understanding of professional ethics
5. The student (graduate) will be capable of fulfilling the needs of the healthcare community in radiologic sciences.
Expected outcome
a. Graduates will consider themselves adequately prepared to be entry level radiographers b. Job placement within 6 months of graduation
c. Program retention rate d. ARRT pass rate
MISSION STATEMENT
In keeping with the mission of Galveston College, it is the goal of the program faculty and staff to produce graduates who complete their AAS degree in Radiography, who pass the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification exam on the first attempt, who are able to enter the job market as entry-level radiographers, who demonstrate empathy and compassion for their patients, and graduates who are committed to life-long learning.
RADIOGRAPHY ADMISSION CRITERIA
All prospective candidates who wish to be admitted to the Radiography Program should contact the Program Director at estout@gc.edu
Applicants must:
1. Complete the requirements for admission to the College. Admission to the College does not guarantee admission to the program.
Requirements for the College include:
a. TSI scores for TSI-eligible students or placement scores for TSI-exempt students which permit enrollment in college-level courses. Official TSI scores must appear on a transcript to be sent directly to Galveston College from the test company on an official test score report form.
Degree plan must show evidence of:
a. Achieving a grade of ―C‖ or better in MATH 0304 Intermediate Algebra or a passing placement test score within five years of acceptance into the Program. MATH 1314 College Algebra is strongly recommended.
b. Achieving a grade of ―C‖ or better in BIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology I, within five years of acceptance into the program.
c. Achieving a grade of ―C‖ or better in HPRS 1206 Essentials of Medical Terminology.
d. An overall GPA of 2.5. It is highly recommended that the general education courses be completed prior to enrollment in the program. A grade of ―C‖ or better is required in the general education courses. Math and sciences courses must be completed within five years of acceptance into the program.
e. Complete an entrance exam.
2. Submit program application, shot records, and a transcript copy to the Program Director after completion of all prerequisites.
Program applications are accepted beginning September 15th through April 15th of each year to be considered for the next academic year. Applicants not admitted to the program must re-apply each year. Successful applicants will be notified by mail of acceptance to the program.
Upon acceptance to the program complete the following prior to enrollment:
a. Complete the Hepatitis B immunization series including titer or show proof of illness. The process needs to be completed by the start of the program. (This process takes seven months to complete).
b. Complete Varicella immunization (chicken pox) or show proof of illness by the start of the program.
c. Complete a background check through the college at student‘s cost.
d. Complete a clear drug screening test at student‘s cost.
e. Attend mandatory orientation.
Transfer Policy:
Course work from another program will be evaluated on an individual basis by the Program Director. A grade of
―C‖ or better is required on all transferred prerequisite, general education, and program specific courses. Transfer students from another program will be admitted on a space-available basis.
Transfer students must:
1. Complete admission requirements to Galveston College as well as the program admission criteria.
2. Currently hold a cumulative GPA of 2.5 on transfer coursework.
3. Submit course syllabi for review.
4. Agree to complete a disclosure of information form, including permission to question the previous Program Director.
RADR 1411 Basic Radiographic Procedures
4 BIOL 2402 Anatomy & Physiology II 4
RADR 1301 Introduction to Radiography 3 RADR 1266 Practicum II 2
NMTT 1303 Radiation Biology and Safety 3 RADR 1313 Principles of Radiographic Imaging I
RADR 1267 Practicum III 2 Language, Philosophy & Culture Elective4/ Creative Arts Elective3
3
5 6
SECOND YEAR
First Semester Second Semester
RADR 2305 Principles of Radiographic ENGL 1302 Composition II 3
Imaging II 3 RADR 2367 Practicum V* 3
RADR 2217 Radiographic Pathology 2 RADR 2333 Advanced Medical Imaging 3
RADR 2266 Practicum IV 2 RADR 2335 Radiographic Technology
Seminar
3
PSYC 2301 General Psychology 3 12
HITT 1211 Health Information Systems 2 RADR 2340 Section Anatomy for Medical
Imaging
3 15
TOTAL SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS IN PROGRAM: 71 Notes:
^MATH 0304 Intermediate Algebra is a requirement to be met for admission to the program by placement or course completion according to the Galveston College requirements.
3Select one course from ARTS 1301, ARTS 1303, DRAM 1310, DRAM 2366, HUMA 1301, MUSI 1306, or MUSI 1310.
4 Selectone course from ARTS 1304, ENGL 2322, ENGL 2323, ENGL 2327, ENGL 2328, ENGL 2332, ENGL 2333, ENGL 2342, ENGL 2343, HUMA 1302, PHIL 1301, PHIL 2306, PHIL 2307, or PHIL 2321.
6Select one course from SPCH 1311, SPCH 1315, SPCH 1318, or SPCH 1321.
10Each semester all course work must be completed/passed to continue to the next semester.
*Identifies Capstone course.
Underline - Identifies courses to meet academic, general education requirements for AAS Degree.