Medical Radiologic Technology
This program prepares students for a profession as a Radiologic Technologist and is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606-3182; 312-704-5300; www.jrcert.org.
The Medical Radiologic Technology program is designed to equip graduates with the necessary skills and knowledge to become competent healthcare professionals who perform diagnostic X-ray examinations in hospitals, clinics, and imaging centers. Students of the program will learn to manipulate diagnostic X-ray equipment and the technical factors that affect X-ray images. Students will participate in a minimum of 12 credit hours of clinical study at approved clinical sites. To be successful, students need effective communication skills and a solid background in science and math.
Upon successful completion of this program, students are qualified to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification exam to become a registered radiologic technologist. Employers, state licensing agencies, and federal regulators look at the ARRT credential as an indication that a person has met a recognized national standard in medical imaging.
Enrollment in the Medical Radiologic Technology program is limited and students are selected for this program on a competitive basis. Contact the Office of Admissions or https://statetechmo.edu/mrt/ for the specific application requirements, forms, and deadline.
Students who are admitted to the Medical Radiologic Technology program should be aware that they will be subject to drug screening. Criminal background checks will be required prior to clinical placement. Per Missouri law, persons who have been convicted of or pled guilty to certain felony offenses may be prohibited from holding any direct patient care positions. This could prevent placement in and completion of clinical education courses, which are required to complete the Medical Radiologic Technology Associate of Applied Science degree.
To remain enrolled in the Medical Radiologic Technology (MRT) program, a grade of “C” or better must be maintained in all MRT courses except Radiographic Procedures and Clinical Education courses in which a grade of “B” or better must be maintained.
To view program outcome data, visit https://statetechmo.edu/mrtfacts/.
Program Mission
The mission of the Medical Radiologic Technology program is to provide students with high quality education in order to serve patients and employers.
Program Goals
The goals of the program are to provide the opportunity for students to develop:
- Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Communication skills required for direct patient care.
- Entry-level technical skills in radiologic technology.
- Basic abilities, employability skills, and an appreciation for the value of lifelong learning.
- Knowledge required to take the national certification examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS)
Classification of Instructional Programs - 51.0911
Core Curriculum
| Credit Hours | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| SUB-TOTAL | 54 | ||
General Education Requirements
Refer to the General Education Requirements and General Education Courses in the College Catalog.
| Credit Hours | |||
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| General Education Requirements | 19 | ||
| Must Include: | |||
| May Not Include: | |||
| SUB-TOTAL | 19 | ||
Program Requirements
| Credit Hours | |||
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| SUB-TOTAL | 4 | ||
Graduation Requirements
| Credit Hours | |||
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| SUB-TOTAL | 1 | ||
| PROGRAM TOTAL | 78 | ||
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