RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY Uvalde Campus Purpose
The purpose of the Radiologic Technology program is to provide a quality education in Radiologic Technology and to prepare graduates to perform competently and ethically as entry level Radiologic Technologists.
The Radiologic Technology program at SWTJC will achieve its purpose by preparing and graduating students that can: 1. Communicate ideas and information effectively
2. Demonstrate professional and ethical responsibility 3. Apply knowledge of human anatomy and physiology 4. Perform radiographic procedures correctly
5. Properly operate radiographic equipment 6. Apply radiation safety and protection practices 7. Demonstrate critical thinking abilities
Program Prerequisites
The following courses must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” prior to the start of the Radiologic Technology program. Students may be actively enrolled in prerequisite courses during the application process.
1. BIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology I 2. BIOL 2402 Anatomy and Physiology II
3. ORIE 0100 New Student Orientation or COLS 0300 College Success Skills
Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale) or higher for pre-‐requisite courses. A grade below a “C” on prerequisite courses will not be accepted.
BIOL 2401 and BIOL 2402 (Anatomy & Physiology I/II) must have been completed within 5 years of the time of application to the program. Anatomy & Physiology courses taken beyond the 5 year limit must be repeated, regardless of the grade achieved.
Application Requirements and Admission Process
Students must meet regular college admission requirements (see Admission Regulations section), meet Texas Success Initiative (TSI) college-‐ready requirements and satisfy the following additional application requirements:
Submit to the Radiologic Technology Office:
1. A Radiologic Technology Application form by the posted deadline 2. Copies of any professional licenses, certifications, or registrations 3. Health Care Related Experience form
4. Technical Standards and Essential Functions form 5. Clinic Travel Acknowledgement form
6. Three Statement of Recommendation forms 7. Essay
*All required forms will be found on the Radiologic Technology page of the SWTJC webpage (www.swtjc.edu) Acceptance is based on a point system. An application with incomplete records will not be considered. The
admission process is competitive and completion of minimum requirements is not a guarantee of admission. Students will be notified of acceptance in writing. A list of alternates will be established.
1. Evidence of good physical and mental health as reflected by a recent physical exam (within the past 6 months). The exam must include the following documentation:
a. Proof of negative TB skin test or chest x-‐ray results
b. Up-‐to-‐date immunization record to include the following (see note 1 below): i. measles
ii. mumps iii. rubella iv. varicella
v. tetanus
c. The first of three injections of the Hepatitis B vaccination series (see note 2 below)
2. Proof of American Heart Association (AHA) CPR for Health Care Providers (adult, infant and child) prior to the first day of class
3. Submit to urine drug screening and criminal background check as directed by a program official Students enrolled in the Radiologic Technology program must also submit the following:
1. Proof of annual flu immunization during the 1st fall and 2nd fall semesters
2. Annual TB skin test completed prior to the date of the initial TB skin test when admitted to the program Note:
1. Proof of immunizations must be official laboratory reports (titers) or an official immunization record. All immunizations are required.
2. Hepatitis B vaccination series must be completed within the first year of the program. Eligibility for ARRT Certification
The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is the credentialing organization for Radiologic Technologists. In order to become nationally certified (RT(R)) and to receive a Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist (CMRT) license, graduates of the program must pass the national ARRT examination in Radiography. Completion of all program didactic and clinical requirements DOES NOT guarantee eligibility to take the ARRT examination. Eligibility is also dependent upon ethics review by the ARRT and a national criminal background check. Some issues, but not all, addressed by the ARRT are:
1. Conviction of a crime, which includes felony, gross misdemeanor, or misdemeanor, with the only exceptions being speeding and parking violations
2. Alcohol and/or drug related violations 3. Military court-‐martials
4. Violations or sanctions related to the academic honor code
For further information, please visit the following websites: www.arrt.org
www.dshs.state.tx.us/mrt
Radiologic Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree
General Education courses: Credits:
Other (ENGL 1301) 3 Total General Education Courses: 17 Technical Education Courses: 43 Total Credit Hours for A.A.S. 60
Program of Study Prerequisites: Credits:
ORIE 0100 New Student Orientation Or
COLS 0300 College Success Skills BIOL 2401 Anatomy & Physiology I 4 BIOL 2402 Anatomy & Physiology II 4 Total Prerequisite Courses: 8
First Year
Fall Semester: Credits: RADR 1260 Clinical-‐Radiologic Technology/Science-‐Radiographer 2 RADR 1311 Basic Radiographic Procedures 3 RADR 2309 Radiographic Imaging Equipment 3 RADR 1309 Introduction to Radiography and Patient Care 3 PSYC 2314 Lifespan Growth and Development 3 Total 14
Spring Semester: Credits: RADR 1360 Clinical-‐Radiologic Technology/Science-‐Radiographer 3 RADR 2301 Intermediate Radiographic Procedures 3 RADR 1313 Principles of Radiographic Imaging I 3 RADR 2313 Radiation Biology and Protection 3 Total 12
Second Year
Summer Session I: Credits: RADR 2266 Practicum (or Field Experience)-‐Radiologic Technology/Science-‐Radiographer 2 Total 2
Summer Session II: Credits: RADR 2267 Practicum (or Field Experience)-‐Radiologic Technology/Science-‐Radiographer 2 Total 2
Fall Semester: Credits: RADR 2367 Practicum (or Field Experience)-‐Radiologic Technology/Science-‐Radiographer 3 RADR 2331 Advanced Radiographic Procedures 3 RADR 2305 Principles of Radiographic Imaging II 3 Elective Humanities and Fine Arts 3 Total 12
ENGL 1301 Composition I 3 Total 10
Total Credit Hours for A.A.S. 60 Notes:
1. All students are required to take ORIE 0100 or COLS 0300; however, ORIE 0100/COLS 0300 do not count toward degree requirements.
2. BIOL 2401 and BIOL 2402 (Anatomy & Physiology I/II) must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” prior to the start of the Radiologic Technology program. Students may be actively enrolled in prerequisite courses during the application process.
3. BIOL 2401 and BIOL 2402 (Anatomy & Physiology I/II) must have been completed within 5 years of the time of application to the program. Anatomy & Physiology courses taken beyond the 5 year limit must be repeated, regardless of the grade achieved.
4. All RADR courses must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” to progress to the next semester of the program.
Tuition and Fees
Students enrolling in the Radiologic Technology program pay regular tuition and fees. In addition, students accepted in the program will be expected to pay the following additional fees:
First year, fall semester
1. Uniform scrubs, 3 sets of tops and bottoms. Color will be specified by the program. $100-‐150 2. Lab coat. Color will be specified by the program. $25-‐35
3. White sneakers or nursing shoes. $75-‐125
4. Program patches, one for each scrub top and lab coat. $25 5. Two sets of lead x-‐ray markers. $35
Spring semester of sophomore year
1. ARRT certification exam application. $200 2. Texas DSHS license. $86
3. Graduation cap, gown, and diploma. $50
Note: all costs listed are estimated and are subject to change without notice. Withdrawal and Dismissal Policy
SWTJC Radiologic Technology program reserves the right to request the withdrawal of any student whose health, conduct, personal qualities, or scholastic records indicate that it would be inadvisable for the student to continue in the program.
A student wishing to withdraw from the program and remain in good standing at SWTJC must participate in an exit interview with the Program Coordinator. The student must also comply with the withdrawal procedures as stated in the college catalog under “Changes and Withdrawals” (see Academic Regulations section).
Refund Policy
Students are required to adhere to attendance policies as outlined in the college catalog and SWTJC Radiologic Technology Program Student Handbook.
Program Policies and Procedures
Students in the Radiologic Technology program are expected to adhere to program specific policies and procedures as outlined in the Radiologic Technology Program Student Handbook.
Graduation Requirements