Radiologic Technology - AAS

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

Location: PCC-West Campus, Tucson, AZ

FOR PROGRAM INFORMATION CONTACT: 520-206-6355

A. Course Objective
Description: earn diagnostic medical imaging, equipment operation, radiographic procedures, patient care, and radiation safety and protection.

Competencies to be achieved: Upon successful completion of the Radiologic Technology AAS Degree program, the graduate will be able to:
• Apply positioning skills, select technical factors, utilize radiation protection and be competent in the clinical setting
• Demonstrate written and oral communication skills
• Critique images to determine diagnostic quality
• Adapt standard procedures for non-routine patients
• Demonstrate work ethics and the value of life-long learning

B. Total Cost of Program $12,590.00 (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
Student required to pay Differential In-State tuition costs (See: https://www.pima.edu/paying-for-school/costs/differential-tuition.html Differential A)

C. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
RAD 170, RAD 177

D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
Name Badge, Uniforms

E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification: Sharon Macias; smacias3@pima.edu; 520-724-7653

F. Direct Website link to the program: https://www.pima.edu/programs-courses/credit-programs-degrees/health-professions/radiologic-technology/index.html

G. Additional information:
• Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:
Fingerprinting and criminal background information may be a part of many state and federal licensing and certification processes.
• Other requirements needed: Students are required to attend an Allied Health Programs Information Session before seeing a Student Services Center advisor about entering this program. These sessions provide important information about program eligibility, requirements, costs and more. Students must have completed the following (with grades posted) before they may begin the application process. REA 112HP** Critical Reading for Health Professions with a grade of B or higher, HCA 100 or STU 100 OR Accuplacer Reading score of 92 or higher, BIO 156IN Introductory Biology for Allied Health, MAT 151 or higher with a grade of C or higher within the last four years, or placement into MAT 189 in the last four years.

H. Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):
https://www.pima.edu/paying-for-school/paying-your-bill/refunds/
Student Grievance Policy: https://www.pima.edu/current-students/complaint-processes/

I. Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)

• Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No: Yes, American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

• Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: No, This degree was not designed to transfer to a 4-year university, it may apply toward Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) or other programs. See program advisor for more details

• Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Training is recognized in other geographic areas.

• Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes or No: Yes, Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Accrediting Agency and link to website: http://www.jrcert.org/

J. Credential Attainment Rate: 95% of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program.

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