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SPECIFIC PROGRAM
STANDARDS |
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Standard Number: RT04-02-01 (Admission Requirements)
Statewide admission requirements are implemented for the Radiologic Technology, Diploma program.
Admission refers to regular admission into an diploma program.
Statewide program admission requirements consider state and national occupational licensing and certifying requirements, where applicable. The institution develops and implements clearly stated diploma program admissions policies and procedures.
Admission requirements are related to the functions of the Radiologic Technology, Diploma profession.
The institution develops, implements, and publishes clearly stated Radiologic Technology, Diploma program admission and advanced placement policies and procedures.
The requirements for admission to the Radiologic Technology, Diploma program are:
a.
attainment
of 18 or more years of age;
b.
documentation
of high school graduation or High School Equivalency Certificate;
c.
Achievement
of minimum regular admission scores on tests of reading, language, and math as
specified in GADTAE document minimum program entrance scores;
d.
documentation
of physical examination; and
e.
completion
of application and related procedures
Admission of transfer students to the Radiologic Technology program is contingent upon their meeting the following requirements:
a.
regular
admission and good standing at a regionally accredited diploma or degree
granting institution; and
b.
proper completion
of application and related procedures.
Standard Number: RT04-02-04 (Provisional Admission Requirements)
Statewide provisional admission requirements are implemented for the Radiologic Technology, Diploma program.
Provisional admission is granted to qualified students who do not meet the regular admission requirements of the program.
Provisionally admitted students are allowed to take developmental studies courses and/or certain occupational courses as designated in the course sequence standard.
The institution develops, implements, and publishes clearly stated policies and procedures for entry into programs on a provisional basis.
Provisional admission to the Radiologic Technology, Diploma program is afforded those students who do not meet program requirements but do meet provisional admission requirements.
The requirements for provisional admission to the Radiologic Technology, Diploma program are:
a.
attainment
of 18 or more years of age:
b.
Achievement
of minimum regular admission scores on tests of reading, language, and math as
specified in GADTAE document Minimum Program Entrance scores; or recommendation
by program faculty and designated admissions personnel on the basis of
interview and assessment of student potential;
c.
documentation
of a physical examination; and
d.
completion
of application and related procedures
All Radiologic Technology, Diploma program students initially admitted on a provisional basis meet regular admission requirements prior to graduation.
Provisionally admitted students whose English, math, and/or reading achievement levels do not meet regular program admission requirements are required to enroll in developmental studies courses approved by the State Board of Technical and Adult Education.
Standard Number: RT04-03-02 (Program Numbering System)
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A Program Major Code of RT04 and a Program CIP Code of 510911 are applied to the Radiologic Technology, Diploma program. |
Assignment of a statewide Program Major Code RT04 and Program CIP Code 510911 to the Program Title, Radiologic Technology, Diploma program is the basis from which statewide programmatic consistency is developed.
Each degree/diploma/certificate program complies with the assigned Program Major Code(s) established in the relevant program-specific standards of the State Board of Technical and Adult Education.
Each authorized degree/diploma/certificate program is assigned a Program Major Code and Program CIP Code.
Each degree/diploma/certificate program having a given Program Major Code is consistent with all other programs throughout the state that have the same Program Major Code.
Degree/diploma/certificate programs having multiple specializations are assigned a Specialization Major Code and Specialization CIP Code for each option.
Standard Number: RT04-03-03 (Program Consistency and Sequence)
The Radiologic Technology, Diploma program utilizes essential course components consistent with statewide program requirements. Specific course alphanumeric identification Codes are assigned to each course. Students are required to progress through two course categories in a developmentally valid sequence.
Programs are assigned an identical Major Code RT04 and are consistent statewide. Each specific course is assigned an alphanumeric descriptor that serves as a statewide course identification code.
The Radiologic Technology, Diploma program is assigned a Major Code of RT04, and utilizes essential components designated for that program number statewide. Program components include, but are not limited to:
Radiologic Technology, Diploma
The Radiologic
Technology program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for
positions in Radiologic departments and related businesses and industries.
Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge
and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The
program emphasizes a combination of didactic and clinical instruction necessary
for successful employment. Program graduates receive a Radiologic Technology
diploma, have the qualifications of a radiographer, and are eligible to sit for
a national certification examination for radiographers.
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General Core Course Title |
Class |
D. |
P. |
Weekly |
Credit |
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English [P]
ENG 097 or approved DTAE admission scores and RDG 097 or approved DTAE
entrance score |
5 |
0 |
0 |
5 |
5 |
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Algebraic Concepts [P]
MAT 098 or approved DTAE entrance scores. |
5 |
0 |
0 |
5 |
5 |
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Interpersonal Relations
and Professional Development [P]
Provisional Admission |
3 |
0 |
0 |
3 |
3 |
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Minimum Required Hours: |
13 |
0 |
0 |
13 |
13 |
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Course |
Occupational Course Title |
Class |
D. |
P. |
Weekly |
Credit |
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Anatomy
and Physiology [P]
Program admission |
5 |
0 |
0 |
5 |
5 |
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Introduction
to Healthcare [P]
Provisional admission |
2 |
0 |
3 |
5 |
3 |
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Introduction
to Radiology [P]
Program admission level reading and math competency |
4 |
2 |
0 |
6 |
5 |
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Body,
Trunk, and Upper Extremity Procedures [P]
AHS 101, RAD 101 |
2 |
0 |
3 |
5 |
3 |
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Lower
extremity and Spine Procedure [P]
RAD 101 |
2 |
0 |
3 |
5 |