Radiography - AAS (2105)

Radiography program (2105) is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JCERT), https://www.jrcert.org. 

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
General Education Requirements (23 Credits)
Written & Oral Communication (6)
ENG 101	College Composition I	3
ENG 102	College Composition II	3
Quantitative/Scientific Knowledge, Skills & Reasoning (8)
Select one of the following:		4
MTH 100, MTH 101, MTH 103, MTH 113, MTH 119, MTH 120, MTH 121, MTH 122, MTH 127
BIO 121	Anatomy & Physiology I 1	4
Society & Human Behavior (6)
PSY 101	General Psychology I	3
SOC 101	Introduction to Sociology	3
Humanistic Perspective (3)
Select any English Literature Course		3
or Select one of the following courses:
ART 100, ART 101, ART 102, ART 200, CIN 101, CIN 103, DRA 100, FRN 101, FRN 102, MUS 100, MUS 109, MUS 110, MUS 117, PHI 101, REL 105, SPN 101, SPN 102
or Select any History (HST) course
Major Requirements (47 Credits)
BIO 122	Anatomy and Physiology II 1	4
HSC 109	Medical Terminology	3
RTC 100	Radiologic Technology I	2
RTC 101	Radiologic Positioning Prin I	4
RTC 103	Patient Care and Ethics	2
RTC 104	Radiation Protection	2
RTC 105	Radiologic Technology II	2
RTC 106	Radiologic Positioning Prin II	4
RTC 107	Contrast Media	2
RTC 108	Clinical Radiogrphy I	1
RTC 109	Radiologic Pos Principles III	2
RTC 110	Radiologic ADV Posit Prin IV	1
RTC 111	Clinical Radiography II	1
RTC 112	Clinical Radiography III	1
RTC 200	Medical Surgical Disease	2
RTC 201	Radiation Biology	2
RTC 202	Clinical Radiography IV	1
RTC 203	Special Procedures	3
RTC 204	Pediatric/GeriatricRadiography	1
RTC 205	Clinical Radiography V	2
RTC 206	Clinical Radiography VI	2
RTC 207	Clinical Radiography VII	1
RTC 210	Radiography Seminar	2
Total Credits		70

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BIO 121 Anatomy & Physiology I and BIO 122 Anatomy and Physiology II must be completed at the same institution within 5 years of application to the Radiography program at Essex.

• Minimum passing grade in BIO, HSC, MTH and RTC courses is a “C”.

Notes:

1. For an explanation of why General Education courses are included in this Program, please refer to the Section on General Education for an explanation of its Purpose and Requirements. 
2. This plan assumes the student is eligible to enroll in College Level Courses (designated as 100 +, e.g., ENG 101 College Composition I, HST 101 World Civilization I, MTH 100 Intro. to College Mathematics).  Placement results will determine College Level Readiness in English and Mathematics.  

Why major in Radiography?

Radiography involves assisting in the diagnosis and management of human illness by producing diagnostic images (also called radiographs or x-rays) of structures in the body. Students receive hands-on training in radiographic procedures and imaging modalities and in operating room and fluoroscopic procedures. Graduates are eligible to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Board examination for National Registration in addition to New Jersey State licensure. Upon licensure, graduates will qualify to work with physicians in offices, clinics, and hospitals. Radiographers can specialize in mammography, computed tomography (CT), digital vascular imaging (angiography), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Related jobs can be found in manufacturing firms and medical supply companies. The Radiography program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), 20 N Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, 60606 and by the State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners.

If I major in Radiography, can I transfer to an upper-division college or university?

The Radiography degree program is job-oriented and not designed for transfer to a bachelor’s program. However, colleges and universities, including Thomas Edison State University and Rutgers University School of Health Related Professions, may apply most or all credits earned in this program towards a bachelor’s degree.

Are there any requirements I must satisfy before I start taking courses in my major?

All students – even transfer students – must first apply to the College (a General Science major-curriculum code: 0603 is recommended) before applying for admission to the Radiography Program. Admission is competitive. Completion of prerequisites and application submission does not automatically guarantee admission. Transcripts from other institutions must be evaluated by ECC Enrollment Services prior to review by the Radiography Department. Strict application deadline is April 30 for enrollment in the following Fall. The following are minimum standards for admission into the Radiography program:

• Be at college level in English and Mathematics, which may require completion of developmental courses (e.g., ENG 099 and/or MTH 092) based on placement testing.
• Successfully complete program prerequisite courses with a grade of “C” or better: BIO 121 Anatomy & Physiology I, ENG 101 College Composition I, MTH 100 Introduction to College Mathematics or any other college-level math, and HSC 109 Medical Terminology.
• Have a college GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Perform satisfactorily – score at least 50 – on the ‘TEAS for AH’ (Test of Essential Academic Skills for Allied Health), which is scheduled annually in the Spring.

How long will it take for me to complete this degree?

If you do not need developmental courses and have completed prerequisites for admission, you can complete the program in 22 months by following the recommended sequence of courses and by earning a grade of “C” or better in all RTC courses.

Where should I direct specific questions about this program?

Call the Division at (973) 877-3293.

PLEASE NOTE:

All applicants to Nursing and Health Sciences programs must meet special admission requirements. While waiting for admission, students are urged to begin taking core curriculum requirements, contact the divisional chair or faculty advisors for details. Admission to programs in the division is competitive; also contact counselors, faculty advisors, and/or Enrollment Service for additional details.

An individual who has charges pending or has ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor and/or found guilty of professional misconduct or negligence may or may not be eligible to be licensed as an allied health professional. These matters should be cleared with the respective licensing boards before applying for admission to allied health programs.

Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

• Students will be able to demonstrate appropriate equipment manipulation;
• Students will be able to demonstrate clinical competency on progressively more difficult patients;
• Students will be able to identify the dangers of ionizing radiation to the patient and appreciate ALARA principles;
• Students will be able to interpret and respond to patient’s non-verbal and verbal needs;
• Students will be able to demonstrate team interaction skills;
• Students will be able to perform successful image evaluation;
• Students will be able to perform appropriately in role play scenarios designed to demonstrate effective patient care skills and patient interactions;
• Students will be able to learn and apply appropriate patient care;
• Students will be able to demonstrate professional behavior; and
• Student will be able to demonstrate ethical behavior becoming of an entry level radiography technologist.