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2023-2024 Schoolcraft Catalog 
    
2023-2024 Schoolcraft Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Radiologic Technology AAS Degree


Schoolcraft program code #AAS.0P0283/AAS.00283

Radiologic Technology is an area of medicine that uses ionizing radiation to provide diagnostic images of a patient’s body under the supervision of a Radiologist. Radiologic technologists learn to position patients for x-ray exams, provide radiation safety for patients and others, and produce a quality diagnostic image. The curriculum features a combination of didactic coursework, hands-on lab work, and supervised clinical experience providing a solid foundation in the field of Radiology services.

The Radiologic Technology program provides the knowledge that will enable students to enter the workforce as entry-level technologists. The didactic and clinical learning experiences require approximately 40 hours of participation per week in the second year of the program. Educational facilities located within Schoolcraft College include state-of-art classrooms and clinical training resources designed to promote an exceptional educational experience.

Successful completion of the program requirements qualifies the student to take the national credential examination offered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, A.R.R.T. Satisfactory achievement of this examination qualifies the graduate to practice as a Registered Radiologic Technologist, R.T.(R).

Mission:

The mission of the Schoolcraft College Radiologic Technology program is to serve the community by providing an education setting where students will receive the essential foundation for a career in radiology science. Graduates will exemplify qualities of excellence in patient care, professionalism, safety, and ethical behavior thereby enhancing the healthcare experience of the patients we serve.

Program Goals:

  1. Students will exemplify clinical competency.
  2. Students will demonstrate clinical thinking during radiographic examinations.
  3. Students will promote professionalism and lifelong learning.
  4. Students will demonstrate effective communication skills.

This program requires a special admissions process. Students are required to complete a specific list of requirements before being officially admitted into the program. Students are listed in a pre-program code while application requirements are being met. The full program start date and implementation of the program code may be dependent on space availability. Requirements are listed online at https://www.schoolcraft.edu/admissions/apply-to-sc/students-with-selective-admissions/. Contact the Admissions and Welcome Center at 734-462-4426/ admissions@schoolcraft.edu or the Advising Department at 734-462-4429 (option 4)/eadvise@schoolcraft.edu to complete an application.

Students who satisfactorily complete the program requirements with a minimum of a 3.0 grade in each Radiology, Mathematics, Biology, and Physics class will qualify for an associate of applied science degree.

Not all courses are offered each semester. Students should work with an academic advisor to develop a schedule that will work for them. Students planning to transfer should check the transfer institution’s requirements/guides or discuss their options with an academic advisor. Number of credits may vary depending on the course selection.

Sample Schedule of Courses


Admission Prerequisites


*These courses must be completed prior to admission to the Radiologic Technology AAS program. Students must achieve a 3.0 or higher in RAD 100 , RAD 105 , Mathematics, Biology and Physics for acceptance.

First Year


Mathematics*

Select one

Total Credits: 13-15

Social Science - Credits: 3-4

Select any General Education Social Science  Course. Recommended courses are listed below.

Total Credits: 13-14

Spring/Summer Session


RAD courses are 15 weeks
Total Credits: 11

Second Year


Total Credits: 12

Total Credits: 12

Spring Session


RAD courses are 7 weeks.
Total Credits: 6

Program Total: 67-70 Credits


If a student is a current Registered Radiologic Technologist, R.T.(R) through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, A.R.R.T., they may be eligible to earn Prior Learning Credit for all listed RAD courses (39 credits) plus HIT 100  and mathematics. The remaining credits must be earned at Schoolcraft College to obtain an AAS. Please consult the Program Director for more information.

***Students may also take the BIOL 237 -BIOL 238  Anatomy and Physiology course sequence, please meet with an advisor for recommendations.