Radiologic Technology A.A.S.
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Deadline Dates
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We have extended our deadline to May 15, 2020 to allow additional time for program application. Because of TEAS exam scheduling constraints, students have until May 31, 2020 to submit TEAS section scores for competitive admission points. The TEAS exam may be taken at sites other than Chattanooga State, but be aware that it may take a few days to receive a score sheet for RADT program admission. Please contact Pam Ellison, N&AH Application Coordinator, for assistance with application documents.
RADT applicant interviews will begin Monday 6/15/20. We will begin contacting the top 50 students for interview appointments on 6/1/20.
Due to current community health guidelines, both the March and April information sessions will be canceled. The information session requirement will be waived for applicants for the fall 2020 cohort. Students may still apply to the RADT program with submission of all other required documentation to the NAH Applications Coordinator. Please feel free to contact the Program Director with questions.
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.
Programmatic information sessions are mandatory each application year even if you have attended in a previous year. Sessions will be held August 2019 - April 2020 for the fall 2020 cohort. Late arrivals will not be allowed to attend the session.
Accreditation
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
20 North Wacker Dr., Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
(312) 704-5300 FAX (312) 704-5304
www.jrcert.org
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 professionalism in terms of standards of the radiographer adopted by the ARRT, ASRT, JRCERT, and other governing bodies.
- Prepare graduates who demonstrate effective communication skills in terms of radiographer interaction with patients and clinical staff.
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:
1. Demonstrate clinical competence by:
- Applying appropriate technical knowledge.
- Applying appropriate radiation protection.
- Providing appropriate patient care.
2. Demonstrate critical thinking by:
- Evaluating radiographic images for appropriate quality.
- Modifying exams based on patient assessment.
3. Demonstrate professionalism by:
- Exhibiting proper work ethic in the professional environment.
- Exhibiting proper attitude in the professional environment.
4. Demonstrate effective communication by:
- Using acceptable communication skills in the professional environment.
- Establishing awareness in the professional environment.
Success Rates
Five-year average national credentialing examination (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Radiography exam) pass rate on first attempt within six months of graduation.
| Year | 1st attempt passing | Number of students |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 100% | 28 out of 28 students passed on 1st attempt |
| 2016 | 100% | 24 of 24 students passed on 1st attempt |
| 2017 | 100% | 30 of 30 students passed on 1st attempt |
| 2018 | 100% | 29 of 29 students passed on 1st attempt |
| 2019 | 100% | 26 of 26 students passed on 1st attempt |
| 5 year average | 100% | 137 of 137 students passed on 1st attempt |
Five-year average job placement rate within one year of graduation.
Per JRCERT Standard Five - Objective 5.2, the definition of "not actively seeking employment" is as follows:
- Graduate fails to communicate with program officials regarding employment status after multiple attempts
- Graduate is unwilling to seek employment that requires relocation
- Graduate is unwilling to accept employment due to salary or hours
- Graduate is on active military duty
- Graduate is continuing education
| Year | Percent job placement | Number of students |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 100% | 22 out of 22; 6 students not actively seeking employment |
| 2016 | 100% | 21 out of 21; 3 students not actively seeking employment |
| 2017 | 100% | 29 out of 30 |
| 2018 | 96.7% | 29 out of 29 |
| 2019 | 100% | 26 out of 26 |
| 5 year average | 99.2% | 123 out of 124 students employed 1-year post graduation |
Program completion rate is defined as the number of students who complete the clinical phase of the program within 150% of the stated program length. The program is 24 months and program completion rate is defined as those students graduating within 36 months of beginning the radiologic technology program.
| Year | % completion | Number of students |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 87.5% | 32 accepted, 28 graduated |
| 2016 | 75% | 32 accepted, 24 graduated |
| 2017 | 93.8% | 32 accepted, 30 graduated |
| 2018 | 90.6% | 32 accepted, 29 graduated |
| 2019 | 81.25% | 32 accepted, 26 graduated |
| 5 year average | 85.6% | 137 out of 160 graduated within 150% of program length |
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 | 1,115.00 | 4,259.00 |
| Textbooks (estimate) | 100.00 | 100.00 |
| Subtotal | 1,215.00 | 4,359.00 |
| Second Semester (16 hours) (Fall) | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance Fee | 2,319.00 | 9,027.00 |
| 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 |
| 20.00 | 20.00 | |
| CPR | 25.00 | 25.00 |
| Right, left and upright markers (estimate) | 70.00 | 70.00 |
| Liability insurance | 11.05 | 11.05 |
| Radiation monitoring (estimate) | 25.00 | 25.00 |
| Truescreen Criminal Background Checks | 30.00 | 30.00 |
| Truescreen Drug Screen (12 panel) | 39.00 | 39.00 |
| Uniforms | 350.00 | 350.00 |
| Textbooks (estimate) | 1,050.00 | 1,050.00 |
| Subtotal | 4,731.55 | 11,439.55 |
| Third Semester (16 hours) (Spring) | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance Fee | 2,319.00 | 9,027.00 |
| Nursing & Allied Health Fee | 300.00 | 300.00 |
| Textbooks (estimate) | 150.00 | 150.00 |
| Subtotal | 2,769.00 | 9,477.00 |
| Fourth Semester (11 hours) (Summer) | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance Fee | 2,005.00 | 7,769.00 |
| Nursing & Allied Health Fee | 275.00 | 275.00 |
| Subtotal | 2,280.00 | 8,044.00 |
| Fifth Semester (14 hours) (Fall) | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance Fee | 2,249.00 | 8,747.00 |
| Nursing & Allied Health Fee | 275.00 | 275.00 |
| Truescreen: myRecord Tracker Fee: | 7.50 | 7.50 |
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| Fit Test | 20.00 | 20.00 |
| TB Skin Test | 20.00 | 20.00 |
| Liability Insurance | 11.05 | 11.05 |
| Radiation monitoring (estimate) | 25.00 | 25.00 |
| Uniformas, lab coats, etc. | 150.00 | 150.00 |
| Textbooks (estimate) | 556.00 | 556.00 |
| Subtotal | 3,313.55 | 9,811.55 |
| Sixth Semester (12 hours)(Spring) | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance Fee | 2,179.00 | 8,467.00 |
| Nursing & Allied Health Fee | 225.00 | 225.00 |
| Textbooks (estimate) | 350.00 | 350.00 |
| Subtotal | 2,754.00 | 9,042.00 |
| Total | 17,063.10 | 52,173.10 |
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.