Download Progression Plan PDF - Limited X-Ray Machine Operator Certificate
IMPORTANT: Professional Licensure Disclosure
The Limited X-Ray Machine Operator Certificate is a one (1) year program. The certificate program will prepare students for entry level positions as nationally credentialed limited technologists and/or as certified practical technologists in radiology (CPTR), within the state of Arizona. The program is designed around a model of online coursework, face-to-face laboratory courses, as well as, clinical education which is a hands-on experience within an assigned clinical setting. This career ladder opportunity assists MAs and other healthcare employees in obtaining stackable credentials for job placement throughout a variety of healthcare settings.
Credit Hours Required: 30
This certificate is not currently eligible for Federal Financial Aid. To explore other financial aid opportunities, please visit YC Admission.
Application for Admission to the Limited X-Ray Machine Operator Certificate
A special application is required for admission to the Limited X-Ray Machine Operator Certificate 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.
Health Declaration
It is essential that all 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 patients, stand for several hours at a time, perform bending activities, and perform fine motor skills with dexterity. The clinical education experience places students under considerable mental and emotional stress as they undertake responsibilities and duties impacting patients' 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 applying. The technical standards for the program are identified in the application.
Graduation Requirement
All required courses for the Limited X-Ray Machine Operator Certificate must be completed with a minimum grade of 75%.
Licensure
Graduates who earn a Limited X-Ray Machine Operator Certificate are eligible to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Limited Scope Radiography Examination, offered either through the State of Arizona or at the national level. The limited x-ray machine operator has an opportunity to be employed in a variety of healthcare settings such as hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, mobile imaging, and physician offices. In the State of Arizona, limited x-ray machine operators receive a certified practical technologist of radiology (CPTR) certification and function within their legal scope of practice set forth by state, the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Practice Standards, and the American Registry of Radiology Technology (ARRT) Standard of Ethics.
Transfer
Generally, 64 credits from community colleges are transferable to Arizona public universities: specific articulation information is available through AZTransfer at www.aztransfer.com
