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Radiologic Technology:
The Radiologic Technology Program at Roxbury Community College is a 2 year Associate of Science Degree Program. The program includes 4 academic semesters and one summer practicum between the second and third semesters.
The goal of the program is to prepare students to be competent practitioners, eligible for entry-level positions as radiographers, in a rapidly changing health care environment. Upon completion of the program, graduates will have obtained the knowledge and skills expected of entry-level radiographers in accordance with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and will be eligible to take the national radiology exam, a pre-requisite to seeking employment as a registered entry-level radiographer. Graduates who successfully pass the national exam become licensed in the state of Massachusetts and work in hospitals, clinics, medical offices and other health care settings. Radiographers utilize their patient care skills and knowledge of state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging equipment to help diagnose orthopedic problems, as well other pathologic conditions. The radiographer is part of a medical team. Graduates will also be eligible for advanced certification in specialty areas, such as mammography. In addition to practice, graduates may choose to continue their education at the university level for advanced allied health education, administration, or research.
The program objectives include the ability of graduates to deliver effective, evidence-based client-centered care in radiography and practice as members of interdisciplinary teams with a focus on quality improvement and cultural competence. Also, graduates are expected to demonstrate effective written and oral communication and information technology skills, demonstrate effective problem-solving and critical thinking skills, and actively participate in professional development and life-long learning activities.
Students receive practical experience as part of their course of study at four major clinical sites in and around Boston. Students should be prepared to attend clinical practice 3 days per week and participate in a fulltime summer practicum between the first and second years. Prospective students are encouraged to attend one of the program’s information sessions to receive information regarding admission requirements.
Roxbury Community College’s program in Radiologic Technology is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
JRCERT
20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago,Il. 60606-3182
Tel: (312) 704-5300
Fax: (312) 704-5304
www.jrcert.org
Mission and Goals:
In collaboration with the mission statement of Roxbury Community College:
The Radiologic Technology Program prepares students for evidence-based practice in a rapidly changing, diverse health care environment supported by quality clinical facilities and instruction and a strong core curriculum in general education. |
PROGRAM GOALS
The goals of the Radiologic Technology Program are in accordance with nationally recognized
Standards of Practice (ASRT), Standards of Ethics (ARRT) and Standards of Accreditation (JRCERT).
GOAL 1
Graduates will demonstrate competence in performing entry-level medical radiography procedures.
GOAL 2
Graduates will demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills.
GOAL 3
Graduates will actively participate in professional development and life-long learning activities.
GOAL 4
Graduates will demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills.
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