Congratulations to the 2024 Radiologic Technology graduates for achieving a 100 percent pass rate on The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) exam! The ARRT exam is required to become a radiologic technologist in almost every state. Students must score a 75 or higher to pass, the 2024 class had an average passing grade of 85! With the passing of this exam all students will add the initials RT (R) after their name.
The Radiologic Technology major includes the essential pre-requisite and required courses that establish eligibility for national certification and registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
Radiography is the art and science of using radiation as a diagnostic tool in performing
radiographic examinations. The BS degree prepares students for a career in the diverse
and growing field of diagnostic imaging. This specific advanced education meets the
need for sophisticated imaging management and leadership that can respond to clinical,
organizational and fiscal demands facing the healthcare industry by incorporating
advanced imaging modalities into the curriculum. Our curriculum is an expression of
content that enhances entry-level education and supports multiple post-primary specialty
certifications as well as a transition to education and management in advanced clinical
practice. Students in the Radiologic Technology major engage in topics with more depth
and breadth, resulting in a broader knowledge base and skill set than the entry-level
radiographer.
The MCLA Radiologic Technology program is accredited by the
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850 Chicago, IL 60606-3182
312-704-5300
Email: mail@jrcert.org.
The program has a full 8-year accreditation with the next review date in November 2032. General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter.
MCLA is regionally accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.
All radiologic technology students are required to submit the following information before entrance into their junior year: (1) results of a physical examination, (2) evidence of current immunizations and (3) CPR card for infant, child and adult. All radiologic technology students complete an orientation prior to entering clinical education which includes: (1) Infection Control and (2) Standard Universal Precautions.
The B.S. degree in Radiologic Technology follows a 2+2 format, with students completing core curriculum requirements and radiologic technology pre-requisite courses in the first two years and radiologic technology-specific courses along with any remaining coursework in the final two years. Admission to the major coursework takes place during the spring semester of a student's second year. Acceptance into the junior year of the program is limited and determined by a point system.
Requirements for acceptance include:
Highly qualified candidates who have not taken HLTH 110 Intro to Health Care by the end of their second year may be permitted to do so during the first semester of their third year. Points toward admission will be increased by completing pre-requisite courses at MCLA and by earning grades higher than the minimum in the pre-requisite courses. Students who are not accepted into the third year of the Radiologic Technology major will be wait-listed and/or advised to consider other concentrations in Health Sciences or other majors within the college.
Radiologic Technology students must meet specific academic standards to remain in
the program. Each RADT course requires a minimum grade of C+ for successful completion,
with the exception of RADT-431, RADT-432, RADT-434, and RADT-435, which require a
grade of C or higher. In addition to individual course requirements, students must
maintain a cumulative grade-point average (GPA) of at least 2.3 after their initial
admission into the major. Failure to meet either the course grade requirements or
the minimum GPA will result in dismissal from the program.
Students who are dismissed may be eligible for readmission, but only once. To qualify
for reentry, the student must meet all entrance course requirements and have a minimum
cumulative GPA of 2.85. Readmission is not guaranteed and is determined by seat availability
and a point system evaluation. If readmitted, the student must repeat any RADT course
in which the required grade was not previously achieved before progressing to subsequent
courses in the degree sequence. Course repetition is limited to those with insufficient
grades and is permitted only on a seat-available basis.
For other degree progression policies, refer to the BSRT Radiologic Technology Student Handbook.
The BS degree in Radiologic Technology prepares students to meet the needs of the medical imaging community through an advanced level of education with a broader knowledge base that meets the demands facing the healthcare industry today. With a foundation in the liberal arts, the competency-based program fosters excellence by expanding the curriculum in the application of current, developing, and advanced imaging technologies.
The Radiologic Technology graduate will use appropriate interpersonal skills, think critically, embrace diversity, employ healthcare research, and apply appropriate radiation safety measures becoming ethical professional leaders dedicated to the health and safety of their patients.
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