May 04, 2024  
2024-2025 Catalog 
    
2024-2025 Catalog

Mammography Post Associate Certificate Program Application Information


The Mammography post-associate certificate is designed for those students that are registered radiologic technologists (ARRT). The program consists of didactic courses and professionally supervised clinical training performed at a local clinical site. The Mammography program provides the knowledge that will enable students to enter the workforce as entry level mammography technologists. The program prepares the post-graduate technologist to use mammography to detect for presence of tumor or lump, and other abnormalities of the breast. Mammography uses low-energy radiation to produce images of the breast that play a key role in early detection of breast cancer. The post-associate’s certificate is awarded upon successful completion of a minimum of 9 credits. Upon completion of the program, students are eligible to take the ARRT post-primary certification examination in mammography. This adds the Mammography credential (M) to their ARRT certification.

Application Requirements


The Mammography Program requires students to complete a specific list of requirements before being officially admitted into the program. Students are listed in a pre-program code while the application requirements are being met. The full program start date and implementation of program code may be dependent on space availability. To be admitted to the program you must complete the following:

1. Apply to Schoolcraft College Apply to Schoolcraft College on-line at schoolcraft.edu/apply
2. Transcripts It is recommended you request official undergraduate transcripts from all colleges and universities previously attended. Transcripts must be sent directly from the issuing college or university to Schoolcraft College. To confirm that transcripts have been received, contact the Answer Center at 734-462-4426.
3. Credential Evaluation

Contact the Health Professions Administrative Office, HealthProfessions@schoolcraft.edu, to make an appointment to have your credentials assessed by the appropriate Clinical Coordinator.

This program requires students to be a registered Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) prior to starting the program. It is not necessary to hold an associate degree.

4. Other Items Required for Admission

a. Criminal History Check Clearance. Generally, convictions or pleas of guilt to a felony may prevent you from clinical affiliation assignment and/or employment in healthcare.

b. Medical Clearance / Drug Screen Physical and test expires after 12 months. Drug screens may need to be repeated throughout the program as required by clinical agencies. Marijuana use is prohibited.

c. Maintain a cumulative grade point average at Schoolcraft College of 2.5 or higher.

d. Required Immunizations

i. Two MMR vaccinations (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) - one as a child - one as an adult or Titer showing immunity for ALL of the above.

ii. Hepatitis B vaccination or Titer - (series must be started prior to clinical) or a signed Vaccination Declination Form.

iii. Flu Shot - must have annual vaccination.

iv. Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis (TDAP) - must have received a TDAP within the past 7 years.

v. Two-step TB Test - TB test expires after 12 months. The student’s TB test cannot expire before the end of class and/or when clinical will be completed.

vi. Chicken Pox - 2 Varicella vaccinations given 1 month apart and/or a laboratory Titer verifying immunity. NOTE: we are no longer accepting history of chicken pox as evidence of immunity.

vii. Covid-19 Vaccination or other vaccinations as required by federal, state, or clinical agency guidelines. NOTE: Subject to permitted clinical site medical/religious exemptions.

e. Basic Life Support course for Professional Healthcare Providers. Students need to complete a course that includes an in-person demonstration of the performance skills. Courses completed 100% online are not accepted.

This certification must be renewed annually.

5. Register for Mammography Courses Meet with an Academic Advisor to plan your MAMM courses as needed. Click here to view the Mammography Post-Associate Certificate  program information.

Estimate of Tuition and Fees


Mammography Post-Associate Certificate
2024-2025
Program Credit Hours- 9    
       
  Resident Non-Resident Out of State
       
Tuition:  $   1,251.00  $     1,800.00  $     2,430.00
Registration Fees: ($44 per semester)  $        88.00  $          88.00  $          88.00
Service Fees: ($9 per credit hour)  $        81.00  $          81.00  $          81.00
Instructional Equipment Fees: ($11 per credit hour)  $        99.00  $          99.00  $          99.00
Infrastructure Fees: ($9 per credit hour)  $        81.00  $          81.00  $          81.00
Course and Learning Management Fees: ($12 per class)  $        36.00  $          36.00  $          36.00
Lab Fees: (varies according to individual class)  $              -    $                -    $                -  
Excess Contact Hour Fees: (varies according to individual class)  $              -    $                -    $                -  
       
Additional Expenses:      
Application Fee for Certification Exam (optional)  $      225.00  $        225.00  $        225.00
       
Total  $   1,861.00  $     2,410.00  $     3,040.00
The above figures are based on 2024-2025 rates and are subject to change. A Resident student is one whose legal residence is in the school District of Clarenceville, Garden City, Livonia, Northville, Plymouth-Canton or parts of Novi. All other students are Non-Residents.

Please Note:


Requirements for admission to the Mammography Post-AAS Certificate are subject to change at any time.

Ready to get started! Download the Mammography PAC Student Checklist to get on track.
Ready to apply? Download the Application Form and schedule a meeting with the Clinical Coordinator.

Please contact the Admissions and Welcome Center for updates on any applicable changes:

Phone: (734) 462-4683
E-mail: admissions@schoolcraft.edu
Web: www.schoolcraft.edu

It is the policy of Schoolcraft College that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, creed, or handicap, be excluded from participating in, be denied benefits of, or be subject to discrimination during any program or activity or in employment.