Radiologic Technology
Program Goals & Outcomes
Registered Radiologic Technologists are credentialed professionals who, through direct patient care, perform medical imaging procedures that assist physicians in diagnosing and treating patients. These healthcare professionals work in hospitals, emergency departments, surgery suites, doctor’s offices, fluoroscopy suites, and more. The RSC Radiologic Technology Program is accredited by the Joint Committee on Accreditation in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). Graduates with an AAS in Radiologic Technology from RSC are eligible to take the national American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) credentialing exam. The program is full-time during the day for 6 consecutive semesters, beginning in the fall. Students will learn didactic information in class as well as practice clinical skills in our digital laboratory and in the clinical environment through clinical rotations.
Goal #1:
- Prepare students to function as competent, entry-level professionals that meet the healthcare needs of the community.
- Students will perform appropriate radiation safety practices to self, patients, and others.
- Students will provide effective patient care.
- Students will position patients to yield diagnostic images.
Goal #2:
- Students and graduates will demonstrate effective communication.
- Students will communicate effectively in writing and in speech.
- Students and graduates will communicate effectively in the clinical setting.
Goal #3:
- Students and graduates will demonstrate professionalism and pursue professional growth.
- Students will demonstrate acceptable professional behaviors in clinical practice.
- Students will demonstrate acceptable ethical practices in clinical practice.
Goal #4:
- Students will demonstrate critical thinking skills.
- Students will be able to perform non-routine procedures.
- Students will apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to clinical applications.
- Students will demonstrate proficiency in technical factors for optimal image quality.
Students must complete courses listed in the Program Requirements and Support & Related sections with a minimum grade of “C” in each course in order to receive the Associate of Applied Science degree.
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS (19 hours)
Students must earn a “C” or better in all General Education courses to be eligible for graduation.
English Composition (6 hours)
- ENGL 1113 English Composition I+
- ENGL 1213 English Composition II+
U.S. History/U.S. Government (6 hours)
- HIST 1483 U.S. History to 1877
or HIST 1493 U.S. History Since 1877 - POLS 1113 American Federal Government
Sciences (4 hours)
- HSBC 2114 Human Anatomy+ ++
Liberal Arts (3 hours)
- PSYC 1113 Introduction to Psychology
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS (61 hours)
Students must earn a “C” or better in these courses to be eligible for graduation.
- HSXT 1015 Basic Radiographic Anatomy & Positioning+
- HSXT 1105 Radiologic Technology I+
- HSXT 1112 Diagnostic Imaging Practicum I+
- HSXT 1205 Radiologic Technology II+
- HSXT 1215 Diagnostic Imaging Practicum II+
- HSXT 1223 Radiologic Physics+
- HSXT 2302 Special Radiologic Procedures & Radiobiology+
- HSXT 2313 Summer Imaging Practicum I+
- HSXT 2405 Radiologic Technology III+
- HSXT 2415 Medical Imaging Practicum I+
- HSXT 2423 Department Admin & Records/Pharmacology+
- HSXT 2505 Radiologic Technology IV+
- HSXT 2515 Medical Imaging Practicum II+
- HSXT 2522 Radiologic Technology Seminar+
- HSXT 2602 Summer Imaging Practicum II+
- HSXT 2614 Analytic Radiologic Technology+
SUPPORT & RELATED REQUIREMENTS (6 hours)
Completion of these courses may be required prior to program admission.
Students must earn a “C” or better in CIT 1103 and HSBC 1113 to be eligible for graduation.
- CIT 1103 Introduction to Computers++
- HSBC 1113 Medical Terminology++
+Check course description for prerequisites that must be met.
++Courses must be taken no more than 5 years before entering the program.
Suggested Order of Enrollment
Consult with the Health Sciences division advisor each semester to verify that selected courses will fulfill degree requirements. Check the College Catalog and/or class schedule for course offering specifics. The “+” symbol represents a prerequisite for the course. Any course offering is subject to change without notice.
Pre-Program Admission Prerequisites—Fall
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Fall II
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Further Education
Graduates of the Radiologic Technology program at Rose State College who desire to continue their education at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center in areas of Nuclear Medicine, Sonography, or Radiation Therapy, should contact [email protected] at the College of Allied Health at OU concerning the transfer of course work and additional requirements for each program. A BS degree in Radiologic Technology is also offered online to one-year ARRT-certified professionals. Please call (405) 271-6588 for additional information.
Licensure Disclosure
The Rose State College Radiologic Technology Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). The program was last awarded a 8-year accreditation in 2022. View the accreditation letter or contact them at:
20 North Wacker Drive Suite 2850
Chicago, Illinois 60606-3182
(312) 704-5300
www.jrcert.org
Contact the Health Science Advisors at [email protected].
Class of 2023
- Program Completion Rate 2023 Grads: 92.9%
- Job Placement Rate (5-year): 100%
- ARRT Pass Rate (5 year): (51 of 51) 100%
Program Effectiveness Data (PDF)
Program Application Guide
- Talk to a Health Sciences Advisor every semester to stay on track.
- Application Period: February 1 – April 15 (Applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm on April 15).
- Admission: Only accepted in the fall each year.
- 20 students are accepted to the program each fall.
- Upon program acceptance, the program is two years in length.
- There are 25 credit hours of pre-requisite courses before beginning the program.
- Professional (program) courses are only available during daytime hours.
- Following graduation from Rose State College with an Associate Degree in Applied Science, the student will be eligible to take the national board exam administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Steps to Apply
- Complete Required Courses: Finish pre-program courses and required tests.
- Get Admitted to Rose State College: Submit all required documents (transcripts, test scores, etc.) to Admissions at least two weeks before April 15.
- Required Courses: Complete courses like Medical Terminology, Human Anatomy, Psychology, and Computer Basics. Courses must be passed with a grade of “C” or better, and some must be completed within the last 5 years.
- Assessment Test: Take the Accuplacer test for reading, math, and writing skills. Minimum scores: 250 for each.
- ACT/SAT Scores: Submit ACT or SAT scores (valid for 3 years).
- Work Experience: If applicable, provide documentation of health-related work experience.
Additional Requirements
- Anatomy Lab: Must be in-person (not online).
- Mandatory Orientation: Attend an orientation session after applying.
Selection Criteria
- Up to 20 students will be selected based on a point system (100 points max). The minimum score for acceptance may vary each year.
You will be notified of your acceptance status after June 1. Late applications will not be accepted.
Mental and Physical Qualifications
Radiography is a physically demanding profession. The Program is, by school charter, able to accept all students who qualify academically. The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists has specific objectives that must be met by all persons that apply to sit for the National Registry, and are not subject to change. Employers will have very specific job descriptions that must be met by those who seek employment as radiographers. The following general guidelines are based on job descriptions of hospitals in the area.
Manual dexterity, range of motion, coordination and strength to:
- Adjust, manipulate and move a variety of x-ray machines and controls with speed and accuracy
- Arrange, attach, and adjust supportive devices
- Write neatly and legibly
- Reach over the head numerous times in the course of a day
- Bend, lift, turn, grasp and squat with full motion
- Climb stairs, stools, and ramps
- Provide physical support to patients during radiographic procedures
- Transport, move and lift patients
- Stand and walk for eight hours
- Wear a 15-20 pound lead apron for hours while standing
- Exert 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently and 20 pounds of force constantly
Adequate visual acuity to:
- Be able to observe and assess patient behavior
- Read printed and handwritten material, meters, gauges, and computer monitors
- Assess patients non-verbally to include changes in respiratory rate and effort and changes in skin tone
- Evaluate radiographs in shades of gray for detail, positioning, exposure factors, anatomy, and other information
Adequate verbal skills to:
- Communicate effectively in order to explain to and direct patients during their radiographic examinations
- Provide emotional support to patients during radiographic procedures
- Communicate in a professional manner with various health care colleagues regarding radiography and patients
- Use an intercom and telephone
Adequate auditory acuity to:
- Use a telephone
- Respond to verbal communications and commands given through a mask over the face, in a darkened room, and when the speaker has their back turned
- Perceive the nature of sounds of machinery
- Distinguish sounds such as patient breathing, wheezing, or gasping
- Employ a stethoscope for the evaluation of blood pressure of a patient
Be capable of:
- Handling stressful situations related to technology, procedures, or patient care
- Providing emotional support to patients during radiographic procedures
- Responding effectively and quickly to situations requiring first aid or emergency care of patients until more qualified help can arrive
Student Pregnancy Policy
If you are a student enrolled in radiography at Rose State College, you are given the option to inform or not inform program officials of your pregnancy status. If officials are informed, it must be submitted in writing. Additional radiation monitoring will be arranged. In the absence of this voluntary and written disclosure, you as a student cannot be considered pregnant. For more specific information regarding this policy and how it may affect your position as a student radiography refer to the program Policies and Procedures manual which is available in the program office. Additional information is available on the Nuclear Regulatory Commission website.
Cost
ESTIMATED COST OF PROGRAM – Residential
Fall – 1st Semester
| Tuition & fees @ $167 x 12 Credit Hours | $2004.00 |
| Semester Fees | $50.00 |
| Liability Insurance | $15.00 |
| Textbooks (approximately) | $700.00 |
| Uniforms (approximately) | $200.00 |
| Lead Markers | $35.00 |
| Sub-total | $3,004.00 |
Spring – 2nd Semester
| Tuition & fees @ $167 x 13 Credit Hours | $2171.00 |
| Semester Fees | $50.00 |
| Sub-total | $2,221.00 |
Summer – 3rd Semester
| Tuition & fees @ $167 x 6 Credit Hours | $1002.00 |
| Semester Fees | $50.00 |
| Sub-total | $1,052.00 |
Fall – 4th Semester
| Tuition & fees @ $167 x 12 Credit Hours | $2004.00 |
| Semester Fees | $50.00 |
| Liability Insurance | $15.00 |
| Sub-total | $2,069.00 |
Spring – 5th Semester
| Tuition & fees @ $167 x 12 Credit Hours | $2004.00 |
| Semester Fees | $50.00 |
| Graduation Fee | $15.00 |
| Sub-total | $2,069.00 |
Summer – 6th Semester
| Tuition & fees @ $167 x 6 Credit Hours | $1002.00 |
| Semester Fees | $50.00 |
| Sub-total | $1,052.00 |
| APPROXIMATE GRAND TOTAL | $11,467.00 |
Please be aware that some education sites will charge students a fee for parking. These fees may be as high as $12.50 per month, and are subject to change without notice.
FEES AND TUITION ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
The tuition listed above is subject to change by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education without notice. In the event a fee change is affected, enrolled students will be assessed and billed accordingly. The above information does not reflect the charge for the Federal Background Search, Drug Test, CPR certification, inoculations, and/or titers.
For a more detailed explanation of fees, see the College Catalog.
Requirements Upon Acceptance
Students are not to provide this information in their application packet. Program acceptance letters will provide detailed information about these processes, as well as any additional requirements.
Drug Screen
Students who are initially selected as a candidate into a Health Science Division Program will be required to pass a NIDA 11 panel test for drugs, including amphetamines, marijuana, cocaine, PCP and opiates, before final acceptance into the program will be granted. Further information will be provided when the student is accepted for admission to the Program. The student is responsible for the cost of this test.
Criminal Background Check
An extensive background check, including criminal history, Social Security check, and employment history, is required by all clinical affiliates. Further information will be provided when the student is accepted for admission to the Program. The student is responsible for the cost of this check. Any positive findings may be subject to review by the clinical affiliates and could prevent the student from completing clinical requirements.
Health Requirements
Applicants who are accepted must provide copies of the following information prior to enrolling in program courses. Original documents will not be returned or copied.
- Immunity to Mumps, Rubeola, and Rubella. Submit shot records showing proof of two immunizations for MMR or a titer showing a positive result.
- Immunity to Varicella. Submit shot records showing proof of two immunizations for MMR or a titer showing a positive result.
- Documentation of two TB skin tests showing negative results within the past year or one TB blood test showing negative results in the past year.
- Documentation of a Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis, Tdap, vaccine within the last ten years.
- COVID-19 and seasonal flu shot is required according to CDC recommendations. Proof of COVID vaccination is required before enrollment. Flu shot is required before Oct 15th each year.
- Hepatitis B immunization is highly recommended, but not required.
- Hepatitis A immunization is highly recommended, but not required.
Liability Insurance
This is purchased at Rose State College at an estimated expense of $15.00 for the calendar year. Payment must be made to the Business Office after enrollment and prior to beginning class.
Current CPR Certification
The only acceptable level is “CPR for Health Care Providers” from the American Heart Association. CPR certification must remain current through the program. A student will not be allowed to enroll unless CPR certification is current through the semester in which he/she is intending to enroll. CPR skills portion must be in person.
Clinicals
Student clinical rotations are held in the radiology departments of several metropolitan hospitals and clinics. These include, but are not limited to, Integris Baptist Medical Center, Mercy Health Systems, Midwest Regional Medical Center, OU Medical Center, Saint Anthony Hospital, Integris Southwest Medical Center, and Norman Regional Medical Center.
Students will be assigned to various clinical educational sites throughout the program. The student is responsible for transportation to and from all clinical rotations. Some clinical sites will require the student to pay parking fees. These fees are the responsibility of the student.
Fall and spring semester clinicals are scheduled for two and three days a week from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with 30 minutes for lunch. Summer semester clinicals are scheduled for 2 or 3 days a week from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Students are required to adhere to their clinical schedules and to strict dress code policies set by the institutions and the college while in their assignments.
Job Market & Salary
More than half of all radiographers are employed in hospitals with most of the remaining in health care facilities including specialized imaging centers, care clinics, and private physicians’ offices. Full time radiographers work about 40 hours per week which may include evenings, weekends and on-call hours. They also serve as educators or imaging department administrators. Salaries and benefits are generally competitive with other health professions, and vary according to experience and locale. Starting salaries for entry-level radiographers in Oklahoma range from $18.00 to $20.00 per hour.
Career Information
The Radiologic Technologist (Radiographer) uses imaging equipment to produce x-ray images (radiographs) of portions of the human body for use in diagnosing medical problems when prescribed by physicians. When providing these services, radiographers prepare the patient for radiologic examinations by explaining the examination and properly positioning the patient for the correct procedure. Radiographers utilize problem solving and critical thinking skills to perform medical imaging procedures to insure that the physician has the maximum amount of radiographic information in order to make an adequate diagnosis while limiting radiation exposure. By using variable technical parameters and measurements, the radiographer can produce quality radiographs.
Professional competence requires that radiographers apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology, positioning, radiographic technique, radiation biology and radiation protection in the performance of their responsibilities. They must be able to communicate effectively with patients, other health professionals, and the public. Experienced radiographers with additional education may enter specialized imaging fields such as special radiographic procedures, mammography, computerized tomography, cardiovascular intervention technology and magnetic resonance imaging. Further duties may include evaluating radiologic equipment, conducting a radiographic quality assurance program, providing patient education, and managing a medical imaging department. The American Society of Radiologic Technologists serves as a clearing house for professional information.
More information about the career field of Radiography, educational options, and career advancements can be found on Radiology Schools 411.
All prerequisite courses must be completed with a minimum grade of a “C” or higher. A student may apply with three general education courses completed or in progress during the spring semester; however, they must complete the missing course during the summer preceding the program’s start. All four support/related courses must be completed by the end of the spring semester of the application. It is strongly suggested that all interested students contact the Program Director at (405)733-7569 or the Health Sciences Advisor (405)733-7545 for questions.
Pre-Requisite General Education & Support/Related Courses
| COURSE NUMBER | COURSE NAME |
| ENGL 1113 | English Comp I |
| ENGL 1213 | English Comp II+ |
| HIST 1483 | US History to 1877 OR |
| HIST 1493 | US History Since 1877 |
| POLS 1113 | American Federal Government |
| PSYC 1113 | Introduction to Psychology |
| HSBC 1113 | Medical Terminology* |
| HSBC 2114 | Human Anatomy+* |
| CIT 1103 | Introduction to Computers* |
+Check course description for prerequisite that must be met.
*Must have been taken within five years of application to the program to be considered
Professional Courses
First Fall Semester (12 credit hours)
| COURSE NUMBER | COURSE NAME |
| HSXT 1015 | Basic Rad Anatomy & Positioning |
| HSXT 1105 | Radiologic Technology I |
| HSXT 1112 | Diagnostic Imaging Practicum I |
First Spring (Second) Semester (13 credit hours)
| COURSE NUMBER | COURSE NAME |
| HSXT 1223 | Radiologic Physics |
| HSXT 1205 | Radiologic Technology II |
| HSXT 1215 | Diagnostic Imaging Practicum II |
First Summer (Third) Semester (6 credit hours)
| COURSE NUMBER | COURSE NAME |
| HSXT 2423 | Dept Adm & Rec/Pharm |
| HSXT 2313 | Summer Imaging Practicum I |
Second Fall (Fourth) Semester (12 credit hours)
| COURSE NUMBER | COURSE NAME |
| HSXT 2405 | Radiologic Technology III |
| HSXT 2302 | Special Radiologic Procedures |
| HSXT 2415 | Medical Imaging Practicum I |
Second Spring (Fifth) Semester (12 credit hours)
| COURSE NUMBER | COURSE NAME |
| HSXT 2505 | Radiologic Technology IV |
| HSXT 2515 | Medical Imaging Practicum II |
| HSXT 2522 | Radiologic Technology Seminar |
Second Summer (Sixth) Semester (6 credit hours)
| COURSE NUMBER | COURSE NAME |
| HSXT 2602 | Summer Imaging Practicum II |
| HSXT 2614 | Analytic Radiologic Technology |
+Check course description for prerequisite that must be met
*Must be completed prior to admission in program
Rose State College will provide reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities in order for students to have access to educational programs and services. Students requiring accommodations should contact the Student Access Services (SAS) office at least one week prior to the need for accommodations. SAS, located in the Learning Resources Center, Room 106, can also be contacted at (405) 733-7373.
For more information, contact:
Nicole Mitscher
Health Science Division Advisor
(405) 733-7562
[email protected]
Radiologic Technology Program Application
Application Period: February 1 – April 15 (Applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm on April 15)