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Q: What is a Radiologic Technologist? Q: What is required to become a Radiologic Technologist? Q: How do I apply to the Radiography Program? Q: What if I have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor? Q: How much does the Radiography Program cost? Q: What is the current salary for Radiographers upon Graduation? Q: What are the essential functions of a Radiologic Technologist? Q: How long is the NPCC Radiography Program? Q: What general education classes are required for the A.A. S. Radiography degree? Q: What Clinical Sites are offered? Q: What are the requirements before attending Clinicals? Q: Are the Radiography Courses presented online or in face-to-face lectures? Q: Where can I get more information about the NPCC Radiography Program? Q: What is a Radiologic Technologist? Radiologic technologists are the medical personnel who perform diagnostic imaging examinations and administer radiation therapy treatments. They are educated in anatomy, patient positioning, examination techniques, equipment protocols, radiation safety, radiation protection and basic patient care. Radiologic technologists who perform imaging examinations 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 are the third largest category of healthcare professionals, surpassed in number only by physicians and nurses”. (www.arrt.org) Q: What is required to become a Radiologic Technologist? To become a Radiologic Technologist, you must meet the following criteria:
Q: How do I apply to the Radiography Program? Admission to the Radiography Program is selective with a new class starting in the fall of each year. Applications for the Radiography Program are accepted during the spring semester with a deadline of the second Monday in March. Applications may be accessed through this web site (Radiography Application) or by calling the Health Sciences secretary at 501-760-4269. Completed application along with official transcripts and a copy of a current TB skin test must be submitted to the Health Sciences Secretary. It is your responsibility to ensure that all paperwork is complete when submitted. Once your admission file is complete, you will be contacted by the Health Sciences secretary to schedule an observation in the radiology department at two area hospitals. You will be required to complete a total of eight hours observation at two different hospitals. Observations will be arranged in February through April. Upon completion of the application process, the applicant will be notified by mail to schedule the HESI (Health Education Systems, Inc. exam.
The last step of the admissions process may include an interview with the program faculty and area clinical instructors. Acceptance will be based on HESI test score, grade point average in general education courses and recommendation of the Admissions Committee. Students who are accepted into the Radiography Program will receive a Welcome Letter with instructions concerning a mid-summer mandatory Orientation.
Q: What if I have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor? You must contact the American Registry for Radiologic Technologists for a pre-application review of eligibility. Contact ARRT at 651-687-0048 or www.arrt.org. The ARRT states you must “be a person of good moral character and must not have engaged in conduct that is inconsistent with the ARRT rules of ethics”. Q: How much does the Radiography Program cost? The NPCC Radiography Program abides by the tuition rates established by National Park Community College. For the current tuition rates, please click HERE. There are 72 credit hours required for the Associate of Applied Science in Radiography degree. There are additional expenses related to clinical education and a projected list is available at the interview. Q: What is the current salary for Radiographers upon Graduation? The newly registered radiographer with no experience should have little difficulty finding immediate employment nationwide, starting from $32,000-38,000 per year. Local employment is not guaranteed. Q: What are the essential functions of a Radiologic Technologist? A Radiologic Technologist must be able to perform all of the following essential functions:
Q: How long is the NPCC Radiography Program? The coursework for the Radiography curriculum is completed over two years, consisting of six consecutive semesters, including Summer Semesters. The Radiography schedule is as follows: First Year (Fall and Spring Semesters): Classes on Campus: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, generally early am until mid afternoon. Clinical Practice: Tuesday and Thursday – 7:00 am – 1:30 pm or 8:00 am – 2:30 pm or 1:00 pm – 7:30 p.m. Summer Semester: Classes and Clinical Practice: Meets every weekday of the summer school schedule e.g. Monday through Thursday or Monday through Friday for 10 weeks – 7:00 am - 3:30pm Second Year (Fall and Spring Semesters): Classes on Campus: Tuesday and Thursday, generally scheduled in the afternoon such as 12:30 pm – 3 pm Clinical Practice: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday – 7:00 am – 1:30 pm or 8:00 am – 2:30 pm or 1:00 pm – 7:30 p.m. Summer Semester: Classes and Clinical Practice: Meets every weekday of the summer school schedule e.g. Monday through Thursday or Monday through Friday for 5 weeks – 7:00 am - 3:30pm Q: What general education classes are required for the A.A.S. Radiography degree? These are prerequisites for the Radiography program:
Q: What Clinical Sites are offered? The program currently utilizes St. Joseph's Mercy Health Center, National Park Medical Center, HealthPark Hospital, Orthopedic Associates, Hot Spring County Medical Center, and Pinnacle Physicians Group – Malvern. Students are rotated to the clinical sites to maximize learning opportunities and allow demonstration of required competencies. Clinical assignments are made by the clinical instructors to accomplish program outcomes. Q: What are the requirements before attending Clinicals? According to contracts with clinical agencies, Radiography Students are required to have on file the following:
Q: Are the Radiography Courses presented online or in face-to-face lectures? The NPCC Radiography courses are presented in a traditional, face-to-face lecture format. The Angel Learning System is used as a supplement in some Radiography courses. Computer Competency is required for all Radiography courses. Q: Where can I get more information about the NPCC Radiography Program? Contact the Health Sciences secretary at 501-760-4269 or email dwilson@npcc.edu. If you have questions about this program, please contact Debra Wilson at 501-760-4285. |
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