Radiologic Technology
Welcome
Radiologic Technology is a dynamic health care profession that combines the aspects of patient care with the manipulation of radiographic equipment. Radiologic Technology has experienced growth in the past several years as technological advancements increase the use and application of imaging modalities.
Mission
The purpose of the Radiologic Technology Program is to prepare individuals who will contribute to the profession by competently performing the entry level skills of a radiographer. Those skills include performing Radiologic procedures, providing quality and companionate patient care, and the utilization of critical thinking and appropriate communication.
Application Process
Apply for admission to McLennan Community College.
Application Requirements
Minimum requirements:
- An ACT composite score of 17 (14 if taken before 1989)
OR
- Completion of 10 semester hours, with GPA if 2.25 from pre-requisite classes of the RADR degree plan.
Program admission is competitive. Typically, applicants must exceed the minimum requirements to be accepted. - Applicant must pass the TOEFL - Test of English as a Foreign Language TSI complete prior to admission to the program
- Applications are due by June 1st each year to be considered for admission for the fall of that same year.
Meeting the criteria does not guarantee acceptance into the program.
Applicants are required to complete a Radiologic Technology Program Application and a Radiologic Technology Program Application Checklist.
Applicants are admitted to the program based on the ranking of the application (See Admission Criteria) until the enrollment limit has been reached.
Radiologic Technology Application
Radiologic Technology Application Checklist
Admission Criteria
Points are assigned to rank applications by using categories A + B + C + D until the enrollment limit has been filled.
A. GPA or ACT Score
For applicants with 10 semester hours or more from the RADR Curriculum, GPA will be determined in those specific, college level, non-developmental courses only.
| GPA x 10 points | |
| Or | |
| ACT Composite Score | |
| Over 26 (26*) | 40 points |
| 24 - 26 ( 23 - 25*) | 35 points |
| 21 - 23 ( 19 - 22*) | 30 points |
| 18 - 20 (15 - 18*) | 25 points |
| 17 (14*) | 20 points |
B. Hours Successfully Completed in the RADR Curriculum
| 19 - 24 Hours | 10 points |
| 15 - 18 Hours | 8 points |
| 11 - 14 Hours | 6 points |
| 7 - 10 Hours | 4 points |
| 2 - 6 Hours | 2 points |
C. Tech - Prep
| Successful completion of an official Tech-Prep Program | 1 points |
D. Mandatory Radiologic Technology Information Session
MCC Campus HC Rm. 102
- 1 P.M. February 22, 2008, April 18, 2008
- 7 P.M. March 25, 2008, May 21, 2008
Temple College Nursing Lecture Hall
- 1 P.M. Tuesday February 12, 2008, Tuesday April 8, 2008
Semester hours to be considered for admission purposes are those courses that apply to the radiologic technology degree plan.
Curriculum
Changes to the curriculum will take place in admission for Fall of 2008 and beyond:
The following courses must be taken before admission to the radiologic technology program:
- ENGL 1301 Freshman Composition I
- PSYC 2301 General Psychology
- BIOL 1408 General Biology or BIOL 2404 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
The following courses may be taken before admission to the radiologic technology program:
- Speech elective (SPCH 1318 recommended Interpersonal communication)
- BIOL 2401 Human Anatomy and Physiology I
- BIOL 2402 Human Anatomy and Physiology II
- Humanities Elective - 3 hour credit course
The following courses must be taken after the student has been admitted to the program.
- RADR 1203 Radiographic Patient Care
- RADR 1311 Basic Radiographic Procedures
- RADR 1260 Clinical I
- RADR 2301 Intermediate Radiographic Procedures
- RADR 1313 Principles of Radiographic Imaging I
- RADR 1261 Clinical II
- RADR 1660 Clinical III
- RADR 2309 Radiographic Imaging Equipment
- RADR 2205 Principles of Radiographic Imaging II
- RADR 2217 Radiographic Pathology
- RADR 2360 Clinical IV
- RADR 2313 Radiation Biology and Protection
- RADR 2240 Cross Sectional Anatomy
- RADR 2333 Advanced Medical Imaging
- RADR 2361 Clinical V
- RADR 2662 Clinical VI and Capstone
ARRT Registration and TDH Licensure
Click here to find out about ARRT Registration and TDH Licensure
Clinical Practice
Students enrolled in the radiologic technology program gain a wide variety of experiences through rotations at clinical sites in Waco and Temple, Killeen and Gatesville, Texas. There is also an agreement with Temple College that allows for two-way interactive instruction for didactic classes. In Waco, Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center and Providence Health Center serve as clinical sites for the program. In Temple, Scott and White, Olin E. Teague Veterans Center, and Kings' Daughters Clinic serve as clinical sites. All students in the program rotate through all these facilities. Approximately 1500 clinical hours are completed by students during their two years of enrollment.
Students enjoy working on state-of-the-art equipment during their clinical rotations, including short rotations in special imaging modalities such as CT, MRI, Ultrasound, Radiation Therapy, Nuclear Medicine, Mammography, and others.
The job market at this time is wide open, with many opportunities to pursue additional training in other imaging modalities. Both Waco and Temple health care facilities are experiencing a shortage of qualified radiographers, so now is an excellent time to explore this exciting career field!
Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center
Olin E. Teague Veterans Center
Technical Standards
Each student enrolled in the Radiologic Technology Program must demonstrate the following abilities:
- Observation - The student must be able to participate actively in all demonstrations, lab exercises, and clinical experiences in the professional program component and to assist and comprehend the condition of all patients assigned for examination.
- Communication - Using the English language, the student must be able to communicate effectively and sensitively with patients in order to elicit information, assess nonverbal communications, and be able to effectively transmit information to patients, fellow students, faculty and staff, and all members of the health care team.
- Motor - The student must have sufficient motor function to elicit information from patients by appropriate diagnostic or therapeutic maneuvers; be able to perform basic tests; possess all skills necessary to carry out diagnostic procedures; be able to interpret appropriate examinations and procedures; and be able to execute motor movements reasonably required to provide general care and emergency treatments to patients.
- Intellectual/Conceptual Integrative and Quantitative Abilities - The student must be able to measure, calculate, reason, analyze, evaluate, and synthesize. Problem solving, the critical skill demanded of health practitioners, requires all of these intellectual abilities.
- Behavioral and Social Attributes - The student must possess the emotional health required for full utilization of the student's intellectual abilities; the exercise of good judgment; the prompt completion of all responsibilities attendant to care of patients; and the development of mature, sensitive and effective relationships with patients. Students must also be able to tolerate taxing work loads, function effectively under stress, adapt to changing environments, display flexibility, and learn to function in the face of uncertainties inherent in clinical problems of many patients. Compassion, integrity, concern for others, interest, and motivation are personal attributes which each student should possess.
- Pregnancy Policy - If a student becomes
pregnant during the length of the program, she may voluntarily declare
the pregnancy. Once the pregnancy had been declared, the student
will meet with the Radiation Safety Officer and/or Program Director
to discuss the following options:
- The student may remain in all program courses through the completion without any modification or interruption because of her pregnancy.
- The student may take a leave from all program course work with the duration not to exceed a period of time that would prevent the program completion within 5 years of the initial start date
Facilities
The program maintains clinical affiliation agreements with hospitals and clinics in Waco, Temple, Clifton and Lampasas. There is also an agreement with Temple College that allows for two-way interactive instruction.
Services
The program is aligned with the approved professional curriculum and instruction utilizes didactic, laboratory and clinical learning environments.
Cost and Financial Aid
Because various expenses may change without prior notice, applicants are encouraged to contact the program director for current information. Total cost for the program is approximately $4875 (not including travel expense), with the first semester typically costing about $1500.
Scholarships, grants, loans and work opportunities are available. Submit financial aid applications for:
Fall........................by June 1
Spring....................by November 1
Summer terms..........by May 1
For questions related to financial aid, contact the Office of Student Financial Assistance at 254-299-8698.
Link to financial aid information on MCC page.