Radiologic Technology Program Overview

The Radiologic Technology Program is a selective admission program with a limited number of openings each year. To be accepted, you must first meet course admission requirements outlined in the program's Advising Guide. Applicants are then ranked using a point system (see Advising Guide). The candidates with the highest amount of points are admitted.

All admission procedures are coordinated by Selective Admissions (selective_admissions@star.lcc.edu / 517-483-1182). Any student interested in this program should follow the application process listed in the program Advising Guide. To ensure you meet the admission requirements, schedule an appointment with a Health Careers Academic Advisor by calling (517) 483-1957 option 4. Angela Kuhlman, Eric Bennett, and Matt Boeve are the lead health careers advisors.

Completion of the admission requirements takes approximately 1 year for a student taking a full-time class load (12+ credits per semester). Applications to the program are due May 1st each year. Those admitted start the program Fall semester and complete Radiology classes for 5 consecutive semesters (21 months). Those that successfully complete the program earn an Applied Science Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology and are eligible to complete national board testing to become a certified Radiologic Technologist (R.T. (R)). 

***Check out the Radiology Advising Guide for information on criminal record restrictions, necessary motor and cognitive skills, required immunizations and drug screenings, insurance acknowledgements, and environmental conditions of this profession.***

 

 

The following is the most current program effectiveness data. Our programmatic accreditation agency, the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), defines and publishes this information. The information can be found directly on the JRCERT website.

Credentialing Examination: The number of students who pass, on the first attempt, the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification examination, or an unrestricted state licensing examination, compared with the number of graduates who take the examination within six months of graduation. The five-year average benchmark established by the JRCERT is 75%.

Job Placement: The number of graduates employed in the radiologic sciences compared to the number of graduates actively seeking employment in the radiologic sciences within twelve months of graduating. The five-year average benchmark established by the JRCERT is 75%.

Program Completion: The number of students who complete the program within the stated program length. The annual benchmark established by the program is 75%.

 

Upon completion of the Radiologic Technology Program at Lansing Community College all graduates will have met the following program goals:

Goal #1 - Students will be clinically competent.

Student Learning Outcomes
#1 Students will follow through on assigned work and patient care within a reasonable time frame in the clinical setting.

#2  Students will avoid repeating same positional/technical errors within clinical setting.

Goal #2 - Students will demonstrate appropriate critical thinking and problem solving skills.

Student Learning Outcomes
#1  Students will demonstrate critical thinking skills by manipulating technique from standard protocol as needed to accommodate various circumstances (size, pathology, age, etc.) within the clinical setting.

#2  Students will be able to modify radiographic exams and technical factors when warranted in the didactic lab settings.

Goal #3 - Students will communicate effectively.

Student Learning Outcomes
#1  Students will consider the patient's needs, both physical and emotional, and respond as appropriate for age.

#2  Students will demonstrate the ability to properly identify and interview patients to obtain history and provide explanation of exam as appropriate for age.

Goal #4 - To develop a student who has the ability to establish effective professional relationships with colleagues, patients and their families.

Student Learning Outcomes
#1  Students will maintain a professional appearance by conforming to dress code as established by clinical site and maintain a well-groomed appearance.

#2  Students will report promptly as scheduled, on time and ready to begin at start of shift avoiding frequent absences.

Goal #5 - Students will successfully pass ARRT Examination.

Student Learning Outcomes
#1  Students will successfully pass ARRT Examination on first attempt.

Goal #6 - To provide students with resources that will contribute to successful job placement as an entry-level radiologic technologist.

Student Learning Outcomes
#1  Students will be employed within twelve months post-graduation.

 

Dear Applicant,

The Radiologic Technology Program of Lansing Community College requests that you read our policy pertaining to pregnancy. The policy is designed to inform applicants/students of the program guidelines for radiation protection of an unborn child.

The sponsorship of the program adheres to the stated rule (#R325.5205.) of the "Ionizing Radiation Rules" provided by the Michigan Department of Consumer & Industry Services, and Regulatory Guide 8.13 provided by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. A copy of this policy is provided to all applicants prior to their admittance to the program.

In order for a pregnant student to fully ensure compliance with the lower radiation exposure limit and dose monitoring requirements, the student must declare their pregnancy to the Program. If at any time during the program the student decides to voluntarily declare a pregnancy they must provide written notification to the Program Director or Clinical Coordinator.

Radiologic Technology Program Physical Guidelines & Pregnancy Policy

In the event of a declared pregnancy, the following course of action shall be implemented:

• The Program Director will review with the student NCR Regulatory Guide #8.13, "Instruction Concerning Prenatal Radiation Exposure." The student will sign a declaration indicating receipt of this regulation.
• The student will receive counseling regarding minimizing radiation exposure to the embryo/fetus.
• In an effort to closely monitor the radiation dose to the fetus, a fetal dosimeter will be ordered for the student, to be worn at the students waist, under the lead apron, if applicable.
• The student will be given the option of taking a leave of absence from the program, but may continue with proper precautions. If a leave is chosen, the Program will work with the student for planned re-entry at the next appropriate semester.
• If the student continues in the program, and the student feels physical restrictions are applicable, they must obtain documentation from her physician attesting to that fact. The Program will attempt to reasonably accommodate this request.
• In reference to the radiation dose limits applicable to the embryo/fetus, the stated published federal and state standards document limits less than 500mR during the entire pregnancy.
• At any time a student may retract their declaration of pregnancy by providing written documentation to the Program Director or Clinical Coordinator.

 

Radiologic Technology Program Related Links

• Michigan Society of Radiologic Technologists
• American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT)
• ASRT Student Services
• Occupational Outlook Handbook
• United States Department of Labor - Bureau of Labor Statistics
• Radiologic Technologists (RT)
• Occupational Employment Statistics
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (MRIT)
• Computed Tomography (CT)
• Other Radiology Career Options