PROGRAM OVERVIEW

THE PROGRAM

Radiologic Technology is a two-year (five-semester) program. Graduates will receive an Associate of Applied Science degree and will be eligible to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) exam to become a Registered Radiologic Technologist. The program accepts one class each year beginning in the fall.  This program requires prerequisite courses and a minimum ACT score of 18. The prerequisites are located under the Program Admission Information and Procedures document below under the resources tab.

THE PROFESSION

Radiologic Technologists are the healthcare professionals who perform diagnostic imaging procedures, such as X-ray examinations, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans and computed tomography (CT) scans. Some of them specialize in specific techniques such as cardiovascular-interventional radiography, mammography or sonography.  Radiologic Technologists are responsible for accurately positioning patients and ensuring that a quality diagnostic image is produced. They work closely with radiologists, the physicians who interpret medical images to either diagnose or rule out disease or injury. For the images to be interpreted correctly by the radiologist, the imaging examination must be performed properly by a Radiologic Technologist. Radiologic Technologists work in hospitals, clinics and physician's offices.  

THE PAY

The median annual wage for Radiologic Technologists is $53,660. 

THE FUTURE

The U.S. Bureau of Labor projects 16,900 openings annually for 2024-2030 with employment projected to grow 6%.

PROGRAM ACCREDITATION

The ICC Radiologic Technology program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). The JRCERT coordinates site visits of programs according to a regular schedule and is responsible for the overseeing of adherence with the "Standards for an Accredited Educational Program in Radiologic Sciences." Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606, Phone: 312.704.5300, www.jrcert.org. Last reaffirmation, 2017. Program effectiveness data is available at www.jrcert.org.

Accreditation Status

The program's current award is eight years. General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found at https://www.jrcert.org/programs/itawamba-community-college/

Clinical Obligations

The ICC Radiologic Technology program requires clinical obligations including, but not limited to, background checks, drug screening, immunization records, physical examination, TB testing, CPR certification, the possibility of extended travel to geographically dispersed clinical settings and the possibility of day, evening and/or weekend clinical assignments.

RESOURCES

Program mission statement, goals, and student learning outcomes (.pdf)

Program Effectiveness Data (.pdf)

Program Admission Information and Procedures (.pdf)

Program Curriculum (.pdf)

Program Handbook (.pdf)

Criminal Background Policy (.pdf)

Health Science Program Admission Application (Online)

Estimated Fees (.pdf)