Radiologic Technology - A.A.S.
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The Radiologic Technology program prepares students to sit for the national licensure examination offered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. The qualified, licensed radiologic technologist is an essential member of the health care team, utilizing radiation in the safest manner to produce high-quality, diagnostic images for all patient populations. Program graduates may further their education in computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, mammography, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, or radiation therapy here at Chattanooga State.
Accreditation
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
20 North Wacker Dr., Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
(312) 704-5300 FAX (312) 704-5304
www.jrcert.org
The program’s current award is 8 years. General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found here.
Mission
Consistent with the mission of Chattanooga State Community College, the Radiologic Technology Program mission is to prepare competent and professional radiographers to meet the current and emerging needs of the workplace.
Goals
- Prepare graduates who demonstrate clinical competence in terms of knowledge, technical skills, and affect of a radiographer.
- Prepare graduates who demonstrate critical thinking skills in terms of functionality as a radiographer within the regional medical community.
- Prepare graduates who demonstrate effective communication skills interms of collaboration within the professional environment.
The Radiologic Technology program will ensure student success by maintaining JRCERT accreditation, ASRT curriculum guidelines, state/federal regulations, appropriate resources, qualified faculty, and continuing professional development opportunities.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of the program, the graduate will:
- Demonstrate clinical competence by:
- Applying appropriate technical knowledge.
- Applying appropriate radiation protection.
- Providing appropriate patient care.
- Demonstrate critical thinking by:
- Evaluating radiographic images for appropriate quality.
- Modifying exams based on patient assessment.
- Demonstrate effective communication by:
- Using acceptable communication skills in the professional environment.
- Working collaboratively with others within the professional environment.
Success Rates
Program Effectiveness Data
The following is the most current program effectiveness data. Our programmatic accreditation agency, the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), defines and publishes the information. Click here to go directly to the JRCERT webpage.
Credentialing Examination
The number of students who pass, on the first attempt, the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification examination, or an unrestricted state licensing examination, compared with the number of graduates who take the examination within six months of graduation. The five-year average benchmark established by the JRCERT is 75%.
Credentialing Examination Rate |
number passed on 1st attempt divided by number attempted within 6 months of graduation |
|
Year |
Results |
|
Year 1 - 2019 |
Results 26 of 26 - 100% |
|
Year 2 - 2020 |
Results 27 of 27 - 100% |
|
Year 3 - 2021 |
Results 23 of 23 - 100% |
| Year 4 - 2022 | Results 18 of 18 - 100% |
| Year 5 - 2023 | Results 26 of 26 - 100% |
|
Program 5 - Year Average |
120 of 120 - 100% |
Job Placement
The number of graduates employed in the radiologic sciences compared to the number of graduates actively seeking employment in the radiologic sciences within twelve months of graduating. The five-year average benchmark established by the JRCERT is 75%
Job Placement Rate |
number employed divided by number actively
|
|
Year |
Results |
|
Year 1 - 2019 |
Results 26 of 26 – 100% |
|
Year 2 - 2020 |
Results 27 of 27 – 100% |
|
Year 3 - 2021 |
Results 23 of 23 – 100% |
| Year 4 - 2022 | Results 18 of 18 – 100% |
| Year 5 - 2023 | Results 26 of 26 – 100% |
|
Program 5 - Year Average |
120 of 120 – 100% |
Program Completion
The number of students who complete the program within the stated program length. The annual benchmark established by the program is 75%. Non-academic attrition is not included.
Program Completion Rate |
number graduated divided by number started the program |
|
Year |
Results |
|
Year 1 - 2023 |
Results 26 of 29 |
|
Annual Completion Rate |
89.7% |
Career Opportunities
Salaries for the entry-level radiographer are competitive with other health professionals with similar educational background. In the Chattanooga area, entry-level radiologic technologists earn $35,000-$40,000 per year. Opportunities for jobs and career advancement are excellent. Employment can be found anywhere a student wants to live.
Opportunities are many and varied. Graduates are needed to fill the demands of many hospitals and clinics providing patient services around the clock. Various shift assignments may be available.
The career of a radiographer can advance in various directions:
- Advanced Technology
- Supervision/Management
- Education/Research
Modalities of Radiologic Technology
- Bone Densitometry
- Mammography
- Cardiovascular / Interventional Radiography
- Nuclear Medicine Technology
- Computed Tomography
- Radiation Therapy Technology
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Positron Emission Tomography
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Program Cost
| First Semester (6 hours) (Summer) | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance Fee | 1,163.00 | 4,463.00 |
| Textbooks (estimate) | 150.00 | 150.00 |
| Subtotal | 1,313.00 | 4,613.00 |
| Second Semester (16 hours) (Fall) | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance Fee | 2,427.00 | 9,467.00 |
| Nursing & Allied Health Fee | 300.00 | 300.00 |
| Truscreen: myRecord Tracker Fee: | 17.50 | 17.50 |
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| Physical Examination and required test | 300.00 | 300.00 |
| Hepatitis B (estimate) | 175.00 | 175.00 |
| N95 Fit Test | 75.00 | 75.00 |
| CPR | 25.00 | 25.00 |
| RADT Image markers (estimate) | 70.00 | 70.00 |
| Liability insurance | 11.05 | 11.05 |
| Radiation monitoring (estimate) | 25.00 | 25.00 |
| Truescreen Criminal Background Checks | 24.50 | 24.50 |
| Truescreen Drug Screen (12 panel) | 39.00 | 39.00 |
| Uniforms | 350.00 | 350.00 |
| Textbooks (estimate) | 600.00 | 600.00 |
| Subtotal | 4,439.05 | 11,479.05 |
| Third Semester (16 hours) (Spring) | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance Fee | 2,427.00 | 9,467.00 |
| Nursing & Allied Health Fee | 300.00 | 300.00 |
| Textbooks (estimate) | 150.00 | 150.00 |
| Subtotal | 2,877.00 | 9,917.00 |
| Fourth Semester (10 hours) (Summer) | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance Fee | 1,907.00 | 7,407.00 |
| Nursing & Allied Health Fee | 250.00 | 250.00 |
| Textbooks | 150.00 | 150.00 |
| Subtotal | 2,307.00 | 7,807.00 |
| Fifth Semester (15 hours) (Fall) | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Liability Insurance | 11.05 | 11.05 |
| Maintenance Fee | 2,389.00 | 9,319.00 |
| Nursing & Allied Health Fee | 300.00 | 300.00 |
| Truescreen: myRecord Tracker Fee: | 7.50 | 7.50 |
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| Fit Test | 75.00 | 75.00 |
| Radiation monitoring (estimate) | 25.00 | 25.00 |
| Uniforms, lab coats, etc. | 150.00 | 150.00 |
| Textbooks (estimate) | 300.00 | 300.00 |
| Subtotal | 3,257.55 | 10,187.55 |
| Sixth Semester (12 hours)(Spring) | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance Fee | 2,275.00 | 8,875.00 |
| Nursing & Allied Health Fee | 225.00 | 225.00 |
| Textbooks (estimate) | 350.00 | 350.00 |
| Subtotal | 2,850.00 | 9,450.00 |
| Total | 17,043.60 | 53,453.60 |
Costs Disclaimer
These are estimated program costs. Actual costs may vary due to changes in tuition and/or fee increases as determined by the Tennessee Board of Regents. This cost will also be reduced for students since some of the required course work is completed prior to acceptance into the program. These general and support courses taken before the program is to lessen course load in a given semester.
Note: College fees are included in the maintenance cost. To view current calculation table, go to Bursar’s Office on Chattanooga State website. This website will also give you information on refund policies, fee payments and the refund calendar.