Download Progression Plan PDF - Radiologic Technology Pre-entry Requirements
Download Progression Plan PDF - Radiologic Technology AAS
IMPORTANT: Professional Licensure Disclosure
The Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology prepares students for entry-level positions as radiographers. The program is designed in accordance with the Radiography Curriculum established by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists and consists of classroom and laboratory instruction integrated with hands-on experience in a clinical setting.
Accreditation: This program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).
Credit Hours Required: 79
Application for Admission to the Radiology Program
A special application is required for admission to the radiology technology program. It is recommended that students work closely with their advisor to ensure all application requirements are fully met. Refer to the website: www.yc.edu/radiology
Transfer Students
Students transferring from other regionally accredited institutions will have their completed general education coursework evaluated on an individual basis. All math and science coursework must be completed within the last 10 years.
Health Declaration
It is essential that radiology students be able to perform a number of physical activities in the clinical portion of the program. At minimum, students will be required to lift clients, stand for several hours at a time, perform bending activities, and perform fine motor skills with dexterity. The clinical radiology experience places students under considerable mental and emotional stress as they undertake responsibilities and duties impacting clients' lives. Students must be able to demonstrate rational and appropriate behavior under stressful conditions. Individuals should give careful consideration to the mental and physical demands of the program before making application. The technical standards for the program are identified in the Radiology Technology Program Application.
Graduation Requirement
All required courses for the AAS in Radiology Technology degree must be completed with a minimum grade of 75%.
Licensure
Graduates receiving an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Radiology Technology Degree are eligible to challenge the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) Exam for Radiography. The RT(R) has an opportunity to be employed in a variety of healthcare settings such as hospitals, outpatient surgical centers, outpatient imaging centers, mobile imaging, and physician offices. Radiologic Technologists function within their legal scope of practice set forth by the state they practice in, the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Practice Standards, and the American Registry of Radiology Technology (ARRT) Standard of Ethics.The AAS degree provides the articulation foundation for a Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Science (BSRS) degree within the university.
Transfer
Students intending to transfer courses toward a Bachelor's Degree in Radiology Science should consult the catalog of the school to which they plan to transfer. Generally, 64 credits from community colleges are transferable to Arizona public universities: specific articulation information is available through AZTransfer at www.aztransfer.com
