Radiologic Technology Certificate of Achievement

The objective of this certificate is to prepare students to be competent practitioners in the field of radiography. Completion of the certificate will prepare the student to be eligible for the state and national board examinations and for entry-level employment in radiography. Radiologic Technology is an accredited, hospital-based program sponsored by Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC).

Admission:

The Admissions Committee selects students on the basis of their college grades, satisfactory completion of prerequisite courses, and a personal interview. Due to the competitive nature of the program and limited interview capacity, only the most qualified applicants—based on a comprehensive review of completed applications, including prerequisite GPA and overall academic performance—will be invited to interview.

The Admissions Committee selects eight students and four alternates.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To be considered for a personal interview, the applicant must:

  • Submit a complete application packet with appropriate fee.
  • Provide a copy of their college transcripts.
  • Meet with a Crafton Hills College counselor to verify that prerequisites for the program have been met.

 

Length of completion: 36 months total (6 semesters / 3 academic years, full-time at 12 units per semester)

Major/Program Requirements

Career and Academic Pathways

Prerequisites

Students may substitute equivalent or advanced level courses for the following prerequisite courses:

RADIOL 090Survey of Radiologic Technology

1.50
HIT 101Medical Terminology

3.00
ANAT 101Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology

4.00
ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000HAcademic Reading and Writing

4.00
CIS 101Introduction to Computer and Information Technology

3.00
MATH 095Intermediate Algebra

5.00
Total Credit Hours:20.50

Required First Semester Courses

RADIOL 100Introduction to Radiologic Technology

1.50
RADIOL 103Radiographic Positioning I

1.00
RADIOL 104Radiologic Physics I

1.50
RADIOL 105Radiographic Anatomy/ Physiology I

1.00
RADIOL 106Radiographic Positioning Lab I

0.50
RADIOL 107Basic Radiologic Medical Techniques

1.50
RADIOL 110Radiographic Exposure I

1.00
RADIOL 115Radiographic Clinic I

10.00
Total Credit Hours:18.00

Required Second Semester Courses

RADIOL 108Radiation Protection I

1.50
RADIOL 109Radiologic Physics II

1.50
RADIOL 111Radiographic Image Critique I

1.00
RADIOL 112Radiographic Positioning II

1.00
RADIOL 113Radiographic Anatomy/Physiology II

1.00
RADIOL 114Radiographic Positioning Lab II

0.50
RADIOL 116Radiographic Exposure II

1.00
RADIOL 117Radiographic Clinic II

17.50
Total Credit Hours:25.00

Required Third Semester Courses

RADIOL 200Radiation Protection II

1.50
RADIOL 202Radiographic Image Critique II

1.00
RADIOL 203Radiographic Positioning III

1.00
RADIOL 204Radiographic Anatomy/Physiology III

1.00
RADIOL 205Radiographic Positioning Lab III

0.50
RADIOL 213Radiographic Clinic III

12.00
RADIOL 215Radiography Registry Review and Testing I

3.00
Total Credit Hours:20.00

Required Fourth Semester Courses

RADIOL 207Radiographic Fluoroscopic Imaging

1.50
RADIOL 208Radiography Registry Review and Testing II

3.00
RADIOL 209Radiographic Pathology

1.00
RADIOL 210Radiographic Positioning IV

1.00
RADIOL 211Radiographic Anatomy/Physiology IV

1.00
RADIOL 212Special Procedures in Radiology

1.00
RADIOL 214Radiographic Clinic IV

12.50
Total Credit Hours:21.00

Total Credit Hours: 84.00

 

At the completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Successfully perform the entry level skills necessary for employment as a Radiologic Technologist.
  • Problem solve, critically think, and communicate at a level to meet the demands of employers.
  • Successfully complete requirements for certification and employment.
  • Display professional values and good ethical behaviors.
  • Continue personal and professional growth throughout their lifetime.

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