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Radiologic Technology, Diploma

Program Description
The Radiologic Technology program provides educational opportunities to individuals that will enable them to obtain the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to succeed as radiographers. Upon completion of the Radiologic Technology program, graduates are eligible to sit for a national certification examination and are prepared to function as professionals in the radiography profession.

Radiologic Technology Mission Statement

The mission of the Okefenokee Technical College Radiologic Technology Program is to provide radiologic technology training to meet the needs of the radiologic technology providers and the citizens of the Okefenokee Technical College service area. This mission will be accomplished by

  • Providing classroom and clinical learning opportunities that develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement for successful employment as an entry-level technologist and prepare students to sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists’ national certification examination.
  • Working with radiologic technology providers to ensure that the program content is current and to graduate adequate numbers of students to meet the needs of the radiology providers in the Okefenokee Technical College area.
  • Providing the foundation for continued education in areas of advanced imaging such as sonography, mammography, etc. through clinical experiences and career-related instruction.

Vision Statement

Okefenokee Technical College’s Radiologic Technology Program will be recognized as a provider of skillfully trained and well educated technologists who are prepared to begin their chosen career.

The Radiologic Technology program at Okefenokee Technical College is accredited by: JRCERT, 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 900, Chicago, IL 60606-2901, Phone: (312) 704-5300, Fax: (312) 704-5304

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Length of Program
Eight Quarters

Entrance Date
Radiologic Technology program sequence begins summer quarter. Academic advisor will schedule general core and prerequisite courses quarterly.

Entrance Requirements
OTC Placement Exam
Applicants must complete general core requirements and contact the Program Director upon completion.

Age
18 years of age or older

Education
High School Diploma or GED

Advisor
An advisor should be consulted prior to enrolling in any course. A program advisor will be assigned by admissions.

Additional Requirements
Criminal Background Check, PSB Health Occupations Aptitude Exam, Physical Exam, Eye Exam, TB Skin Test, Hepatitis B Vaccination, Immunization Record, Selection Interview.

Salary Range
$28,000-$34,000 annually

Job Market
The nation is currently facing critical workforce shortages in all areas of hospital operations, clinical (nurses, radiologic technologists and pharmacists).

Personal Traits
Strong emphasis in sciences and math, ability to interact with patients and other allied health professionals, ability to operate and manipulate computerized equipment and machinery, ability to stand on feet for long periods of time, ability to lift 30 pounds, problem solving and critical thinking skills, emotional stability, ability to work in stressful environment and under direct supervision, caring, and compassionate.


Diploma Curriculum

Course
Title
Credit Hours
       
ENG 101   English  
5
MAT 103   Algebra  
5
AHS 101   Anatomy and Physiology  
5
AHS 104   Introduction to Health Care  
3
EMP 100   Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development  
3
SCT 100   Introduction to Microcomputers  
3
 
1st Quarter
RAD 101   Introduction to Radiography  
5
RAD 103   Body, Trunk, and Upper Extremity Procedures  
3
RAD 132   Clinical Radiography I  
5
 
2nd Quarter
RAD 106   Lower Extremity and Spine  
3
RAD 107   Radiographic Exposure I  
4
RAD 133   Clinical Radiography II  
7
       
3rd Quarter
RAD 109   Contrast Procedures  
3
RAD 116   Radiographic Exposure II  
3
RAD 134   Clinical Radiography III  
7
 
4th Quarter
RAD 113   Cranium Procedures  
2
RAD 123   Radiologic Science I  
5
RAD 135   Clinical Radiography IV  
7
       
5th Quarter
RAD 120   Principles of Radiation Biology and Protection  
5
RAD 136   Clinical Radiography V  
7
       
6th Quarter
RAD 117   Radiographic Imaging Equipment  
4
RAD 119   Pathology and Medical Terminology  
3
RAD 137   Clinical Radiography VI  
10
       
7th Quarter
RAD 126   Radiologic Technology Review  
4
RAD 138   Clinical Radiography VII  
10
       
    Total Hours Required  
121


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