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SCC RADIOGRAPHY PROGRAM PRE-ADMISSION

CONFERENCERadiography…Take a Look Inside

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RADIOGRAPHY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NkQf1qh2L34

…Take A Look Inside.

Since many of you may not know a lot about radiography, before you view the PowerPoint presentation, you may want click on the below link and watch the video. This video runs 6:38 minutes and gives a brief history and overview of the radiological sciences profession.

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RADIOGRAPHY

Thank you for your interest in the SCC Radiography

Program.

This online pre-admission conference is designed to

provide information about the program, program

requirements, and application instructions.

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A radiographer is a health professional who uses radiation to produce medical images of internal human anatomy. In some cases, the radiographer performs medical procedures that evaluate physiological functions. Medical radiographs and other medical imaging procedures are used by the physician to diagnose and treat human disease. • The Radiography Program at SCC is a five semester Associate Degree

Program, which combines academic and laboratory courses with highly technical clinical instruction.

• After graduation, a qualified student is eligible for national (ARRT) certification and KY state licensure.

• A prospective radiography student is advised that the ARRT examination board may not accept a student’s application if he/she has been convicted of a felony or major misdemeanor.

RADIOGRAPHYOverview of the Profession

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The mission of the SCC Radiography Program is to provide a quality affordable education in the field of radiologic technology. Using theory and performance-based instruction, the program’s faculty strives to provide an educational environment which equips the student with the entry level skills and professionalism of a radiographer, as well as strengthening critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills.

Revised April 4, 2017

Re-evaluated Aug. 11, 2015

Re-evaluated May 16, 2014

Re-evaluated May 10, 2010

Revised May 14, 2009

Written May 15, 2003

RADIOGRAPHYThe Program’s Mission

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RADIOGRAPHYPre-Admission Conference: Program Goals

Goal #1 The student will develop the clinical competence of an entry level radiographer.• Students will apply radiation protection principles.• Students will be able to competently perform routine radiographic procedures.• Students will be able to select appropriate technical factors.Goal #2 The student will exhibit critical thinking and problem-solving skills.• Students will modify patient positioning and procedures for the non-routine patient.• Students will modify radiographic exposures for the non-routine circumstances. • Students will demonstrate improvement in problem-solving skill over the duration of the program.Goal #3Students will communicate effectively.• Students will demonstrate effective written communication skills.• Students will demonstrate effective oral communication skills.• Students will demonstrate effective interpersonal skills. Goal #4The student will demonstrate professional growth and development.• Students will be able to explain the continuing education requirement for ARRT registry renewal and

continued KBMIRT licensure.• Students will develop a professional development plan.

Revised June 2017May 2014

De December 2009

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Neither the KCTCS, Somerset Community College, nor the Radiography Program discriminates on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender presentation, national origin, age, family medical history or genetic information, parental status, marital status, political affiliation, military service, disability or handicap in employment, educational programs or activities as set forth in Title IX of the Educational Amendment of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

RADIOGRAPHYNon-Discrimination Statement

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Radiography at the technical level involves the provision of direct care for individuals and is characterized by the application of verified knowledge in the skillful performance of radiologic functions. Therefore, in order to be considered for admission or to be retained in the program after admission, all applicants should possess the following technical standards:• Sufficient visual acuity, such as is needed in the accurate preparation and

administration of contrast media and the observation necessary for patient assessment and nursing care;

• Sufficient auditory perception to receive verbal communication from patients and members of the health team and to assess health needs of people through the use of monitoring devices such as cardiac monitors, stethoscopes, intravenous infusion pumps, fire alarms, etc.;

RADIOGRAPHYTechnical Standards

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• Sufficient gross and fine motor coordination to respond promptly and to implement the skills including the manipulation of equipment, positioning and lifting patients required in meeting health needs related to radiologic technology;

• Sufficient communication skills (speech, reading, writing) to interact with individuals and to communicate their needs promptly and effectively, as may be necessary in the patient’s/client’s interest, and;

• Sufficient intellectual and emotional functions to plan and implement care for individuals.

NOTE: Due to liability issues, students are not allowed in the clinical setting is they are on limited duties restriction by their healthcare provider.

RADIOGRAPHYTechnical Standards (cont.)

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If you are not currently enrolled at Somerset Community College, your first step in the program application process is to apply to the college.• Complete an official application to Somerset Community College online at

https://students.kctcs.edu/psc/stdsaprd/EMPLOYEE/SA/c/COMMUNITY_ACCESS.K_OLA_LANDING_FL.GBL?&Campus=SMC&

• If you need Admissions assistance, please contact the GO! KCTCS STUDENT SERVICES CENTER at (855) 664-6722 or Email: [email protected]

Note: This application is for admission to the College only; it is not an application to the Radiography Program.

• A student who applies for admission to SCC will receive instructions to establish access to Student Self-Service, providing access to registration, grades, class schedule, financial aid, bill payment, etc.

• After receiving the completed SCC application and other supporting documents as instructed by the Admissions Office, the student will be notified of his/her admission status.

• All enrolled SCC students are given a KCTCS-assigned email account; official communication from faculty and student service personnel will be sent to that address.

RADIOGRAPHYStep 1 Application to SCC Program Admission Procedure

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High School Transcripts• First-time College students must request an official high school transcript

or GED to be sent to the Admissions Office.

Mail to:Admissions OfficeSomerset Community College 808 Monticello StreetSomerset, KY 42501

RADIOGRAPHYStep 2 Submit Transcripts Application Procedure

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College Transcripts• Request official transcripts from all previously attended colleges or

universities to be sent to the Admissions Office.• Transcripts from other KCTCS colleges do not have to be sent,

however, any transcript from other colleges or universities sent to another KCTCS college cannot be used by the SCC’s Admissions.

• Please use the same mailing address as on previous slide.

Note: A sealed transcript issued to a student or submitted by a student will NOT be accepted by the Admissions Office.

RADIOGRAPHYStep 2 continued Application Procedure

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Students with no previous college, or transfer students who have not completed freshman English or college algebra, and who have not scored 20 or higher in reading and math, and 18 or higher in English on the National ACT, MUST take the college assessment exams prior to advising and registration. • For placement testing information, please call the Testing Center a

(606) 451-6850. Students will not be allow to register for any classes at the college without placement scores, or transfer credit showing courses competed beyond prescribed developmental courses. • Assessment tests used by the college for advising and registration purposes,

other than the ACT or ACT residual, ARE NOT used as an admission tool by the Radiography Program.

RADIOGRAPHYStep 3 College Placement Testing Application Procedure

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An ACT score is needed for the radiography application process. • Complete the American College Test (ACT) exam and have results sent to

the admissions office by the application deadline. • ACT exam are scheduled directly through the ACT at www.act.org• Allow 4-6 weeks from the test date for the ACT results to be returned to

Somerset Community College. • A minimum composite score of 20 on the ACT or residual ACT is

required to receive points on the point system for admission into the radiography program. Without the minimum score, the applicant’s competitiveness for admission will be seriously compromised.

• Applicants receive points only for ACT or ACT residual scores; no other placement exam scores are used.

RADIOGRAPHYStep 4 Program Admission Testing Application Procedure

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Read all the material presented in this online pre-admission conference.

After you have completed this online pre-admission conference, you can obtain the Program Application Packet from:

Tanya Cowan or Kathy HowardRoom 301 Blakley Building Room 214 Building 3Somerset-North Campus Laurel-North Campus

Applicants from other campuses/centers may request an application from the campus/center director or their advisor.

RADIOGRAPHYStep 5 Obtaining Program Application Application Procedure

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Once you have received your application packet:• Complete and sign the program application.• Sign the Statement of Understanding.

• Acknowledging that you have completed the online pre-admission presentation and are responsible for its content.

• Obtain unofficial copies of all college transcripts.• Printed from PeopleSoft through your Student Self-Service account;

PeopleSoft should also have any transfer credits available for printing as well. See the next slide for instructions on printing from PeopleSoft.

• Obtain an unofficial ACT score.• Either printed from PeopleSoft; High School transcript, or a copy of your

score from the ACT.

RADIOGRAPHYStep 6 Preparing the Program Application Application Procedure

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•Go to the SCC webpage at http://somerset.kctcs.edu/•Click <Current Students> at the top of the page•Click <MyPath>•Click <Student Self-Service>•Click <login here>•Find the “Academics” tab at the top, click on “My Academics”•Click the link that says “View My Unofficial Transcript”Students should choose the student self-service view and print the following:• All grades• ACT score• Transfer credit

RADIOGRAPHYPrinting Transcripts from PeopleSoft

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Submit the following component of the admission packet:• Signed Application Sheet• Signed Statement of Understanding • Unofficial copies of all college transcripts• Unofficial copy of ACT score

The signed Program Application, signed Statement of Understanding & required supporting documents must be delivered to Ms. Cowan or Ms. Howard by

4:30 p.m. (EDT), Friday, April 26, 2019Applicants from other campuses/centers may submit application packets to the campus/center director or their advisor for intercampus mailing to:

Program Director: Doyle Decker Somerset-North Campus

RADIOGRAPHYStep 7 Submitting the Program Application Application Procedure

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Application deadline for the program’s next admission cycle is April 26, 2019.• The admissions committee does not meet until after the spring semester

grades are posted.• Therefore, courses completed during the spring semester are used in

the admission process.• When the admission committee meet a points sheet is completed on each

applicant and the top twelve (12) applicants are recommended to the President and/or her designee, for admission.

• Official letters of admission come from the Provost’s Office.• The applicant should receive notification of either acceptance, non-

acceptance, or alternate status around June 1st.

RADIOGRAPHYThe Selection Process Admission Procedure

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Membership on the Radiography Program Admissions Committee may include any or all of the following persons:

•Program Coordinator•Program Clinical Coordinator•College Faculty Member or Academic Advisor•Dean of Health Sciences•Dean of Student Services

RADIOGRAPHYAdmission Committee Members Application Procedure

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• Applications do not carry over from one admission cycle to the next. • If you are not accepted and wish to apply for the next year’s class, you

must complete the application process again. • The Radiography Program does not have a “waiting list.”

• Admission to the program is based solely on an objective points system. • The points system can be found on the next slide. • The points sheet can also be found on the program’s webpage as a pdf

document under the Advising Plans header, or can be accessed directly at: https://somerset.kctcs.edu/scc_legacy/media/academics/health---radiography/radiography-admissions-criteria.pdf

RADIOGRAPHYOther Things to Know Application Procedure

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ACT Score Points Gen Ed Courses taken at SCC

20 - 21 10 There are 6 general education courses required.

22 - 23 15 Applicants receive 1 point for each general education

24 - 25 20 completed

26 - 27 25

28 or > 30

GPA (Gen Ed or Overall; which ever is greatest) Gen Ed Courses taken at SCC

3.00 – 3.24 10 If a student has taken a minimum of

3.25 – 3.49 12 3 of the required general education

3.50 – 3.74 14 courses at SCC (any campus, online or dual credit)

3.75 – 4.00 16 3 points are awarded.

A Grade 1st Attempt

• BIO 137 2

• BIO 139 2

• MAT 150 2

RADIOGRAPHYAdmissions Points System

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• Prior to beginning the radiography program the student must have completed • BIO 137 Anatomy & Physiology• MAT 150 College Algebra (or a higher level math course)

• If an applicant has not completed BIO 137 and/or MAT 150 by the application deadline, he or she may still be admitted, contingent upon completing the course(s) in the summer before beginning the program.

• All three math/science general education required for the AAS in radiography must be completed with a minimum letter grade of “C” in order to graduate from the program.

RADIOGRAPHYPre-Requisites for the Program

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Admission to the radiography program is competitive. The number of students accepted is limited because a portion of the teaching is done in hospitals which cannot accommodate large numbers of students. Additionally, enrollment in the radiography program may be restricted due to limited laboratory facilities or faculty and program resources.An applicant is considered a competitive candidate if he/she has:

• ACT composite score is 20 or greater• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater• Completed all or nearly all the 6 general education courses• Completed BIO 137, BIO 139, and MAT 150 with a grade of “A” on the 1st attem

It is particularly beneficial to have completed the three math and science courses, since grades of an “A” are awarded additional points.

RADIOGRAPHYStrategies for the Selective Admission Program

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• Students admitted into the program are expected to attend an orientation session scheduled one day during the week in August, prior to the beginning of the fall semester.

• During the orientation session: • The Radiography Student Handbook will be given out and

its content covered by the program faculty.• During a private session with Program Coordinator, the

Radiography Plan of Study will be explained & signed.• Student Photo IDs made.

RADIOGRAPHYProgram Orientation

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The tuition and fee schedule can be found on the Somerset Community College’s webpage and in the KCTCS Catalog. Current rates are:• Tuition is $162 per credit hour• KCTCS BuildSmart fee of $8 per credit hour (added directly to tuition bill)• Liability insurance fee of $11 per semester (added directly to tuition bill)• There are no lab or dosimetry (radiation monitoring) fees for the program.Financial aid is available in the form of scholarships, grants, and loans through the Financial Aid Office. Any student seeking financial aid should contact the Financial Aid Office in the Harold Rogers Student Commons on Somerset North Campus.Additional estimated costs for the program are show listed on the next slide.

RADIOGRAPHYTuition & Fee Rates

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•Books and Supplies ……………………….. $800 (entire program)•Uniforms ……………………..…………..…... $50 per set (3 sets min suggested)•White Shoes …………………….……………. $75•Vaccinations ……………………………….... $300 (including Hep-B)•Background & Drug Screening ……… $75 (annually)•CPR Certification …………………………… $50•Graduation Cap & Gown ………………. $40 (optional)•ASRT Student Membership …………… $35 (optional)•National Student Seminar …………….. $400 (optional)•KSRT Student Seminar …………………... $50•Possible travel/lodging ……………….... $750 (possible distant clinical rotation)•KBMIRT License …………………………….. $60 (State License; last semester of program) •ARRT Registry Exam Fee ………………... $200 (Boards fee; last semester of program)

RADIOGRAPHYProgram Expenses

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Since student begin their clinical practice courses during the second semester, you will have to provide the Clinical Coordinator copies of the following documents prior to the last day of classes of the first semester:• CPR Certification Card (must be the American Heart Association – Basic Life Support)• Immunizations or titers showing immunity to the following:

• MMR • T-DAP • Varicella (or medical documentation of chicken pox) • Flu

• Hepatitis B vaccinations (first of the series minimum) or a signed declination form• TB skin test (PPD), or Interferon Gamma Release Assay Blood Test• Background Check & Drug screening

RADIOGRAPHYPost-Admission Requirements

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MAT 150 College Algebra or higher level 3BIO 137 Anatomy & Physiology I 4BIO 139 Anatomy & Physiology II 4ENG 101 Writing I 3Social Interaction 3Heritage or Humanities 3

Total 20

RADIOGRAPHYGeneral Education (20) Program Curriculum

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DMI 102 Med Term for Radiographers 1

DMI 106 Patient Care & Ethics in Radiography 3

DMI 108 Radiographic Procedures I 4

DMI 110 Radiography Practicum I 1

DMI 114 X-ray Prod, Exp & Image Acquisition 4

DMI 115 Pharmacology for Radiographers 2

DMI 118 Radiographic Procedures II 4

DMI 120 Radiography Practicum II 2

DMI 130 Radiography Practicum III 2

DMI 128 Radiographic Procedures III 3

DMI 214 Rad Equipment & Quality Control 4

DMI 220 Radiography Practicum IV 4

DMI 222 Image Analysis 2

DMI 226 Radiographic Anatomy & Pathology 3

DMI 228 Seminars in Radiography 3

DMI 230 Radiography Practicum V 4

TOTAL 48

RADIOGRAPHYRadiography Professional Curriculum

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Summer Prior to Program

MAT 150 College Algebra 3

BIO 137 Anatomy & Physiology I 4

1st Semester Fall

DMI 102 Med Term for Radiographers 1

DMI 106 Patient Care & Ethics 3

DMI 108 Radiographic Procedures I 4

DMI 114 X-ray Prod, Exp & Acquisition 4

BIO 139 Anatomy & Physiology II 4

16

2nd Semester Spring

DMI 110 Radiography Practicum 1

DMI 118 Radiographic Procedures II 4

DMI 115 Pharmacology for Radiographers 2

DMI 128 Radiographic Procedures III 3

ENG 101 Writing I 3

13

3rd Semester Summer

DMI 120 Radiography Practicum II 2

DMI 130 Radiography Practicum III 2

4

4th Semester Fall

DMI 214 Rad Equipment & Quality Control 4

DMI 220 Radiography Practicum IV 4

DMI 222 Image Analysis 2

DMI 224 Rad Biology & Protection 2

Heritage/Humanities 3

12

5th Semester Spring

DMI 226 Rad Anatomy & Pathology 3

DMI 228 Seminars in Radiography 3

DMI 230 Radiography Practicum V 4

Social/Interaction 3

12

TOTAL 68 credit hours

RADIOGRAPHYSequencing of Courses Radiography Curriculum

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The clinical component of the Somerset Community College Radiography Program is a total of 13 credit hours. The contact/clock hour to credit hour ratio is 90:1. The total number of clinical contact hours in the program is 1,170 hours. The clinical education courses are as follows:

DMI 110 Radiography Practicum I 1 credit hour 90 clock hoursDMI 120 Radiography Practicum II 2 credit hours 180 clock hoursDMI 130 Radiography Practicum III 2 credit hours 180 clock hoursDMI 220 Radiography Practicum IV 4 credit hours 360 clock hoursDMI 230 Radiography Practicum V 4 credit hours 360 clock hours

RADIOGRAPHYClinical Obligations

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• In order to provider a wider perspective of the profession, students do clinical rotations at a minimum of 2 facilities.

• Clinical times are routinely scheduled from 8:00am - 4:30pm. • Students are also given the option to have a 10-hour clinical day, provided the

assigned clinical site can accommodate those hours. • The 10-hour clinical schedule is from 8:00am – 6:30pm.

• Many students travel a great distance to school, however, students are not assigned to a clinical site that is greater than the distance from their home to the Somerset campus.

• Students are responsible for their own transportation to clinic.• Clinical days vary from semester to semester.

• In the fall and spring a routine 8-hour clinical schedule is 3-days per week, for 15-weeks.

• For summer a routine 8-hour clinical schedule is 4 days per week; for 12 weeks.

RADIOGRAPHYTime & Travel Clinical Obligations

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Documents to be submitted to the Clinical Coordinator prior to beginning first clinical rotation in the second semester:• CPR Certification • TB Testing (PPD or IGRA or Chest X-ray Report)• Immunizations records or titers showing immunity (MMR, T-DAP, Varicella) • Hep-B vaccine or signed declination form• Background Check & Drug Screening results• Any additional vaccinations specific to the assigned clinical site (e.g., Flu) • Completed MRI/Magnetic Safety Training• Completed Student MRI Screening form• Complete Clinical Site’s Orientation Requirements

RADIOGRAPHYRequirements Clinical Obligations

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It is important students to keep a few things in mind when at a clinical site:• We are guests at those facilities; we are there by invitation only.

• The host always has the right to ask the guest to leave!• As a radiography student at Somerset Community College you represent the

program, the college, and the radiography profession.• Never do, or say, anything that diminishes the image of any of the three!

• You are potentially being evaluated for future employment. • Think of clinicals as an extended job interviews!

RADIOGRAPHYAt the Clinical Site Clinical Obligations

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• Clinical sites have assigned areas/lots for student parking.• All hospital and clinical facilities are smoke-free; if you smoke off-campus,

for example on your lunch break, and return to the department smelling of tobacco smoke, you will be sent home. The missed time will be unexcused and will be made-up.

• Odor and fragrance free; student are not to go to clinical with any natural orders or applied scents; including scented lotions.

• Most clinical sites have restrictions on body and/or facial piercing; limiting visible piercing to the ear lobes (males and females).

• Visible tattoos must be covered when in the clinic; either by clothing or disposable bandages.

RADIOGRAPHYOther General Items Clinical Obligations

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In preparation for graduation and entering the profession:• Applying to take American Registry of Radiologic Technologist Registry Examination

(National Boards)• During the 5th semester, usually in February, students are given an ARRT Registry Examination packet.

• Requires a recent pass-port photo.

• Once completed and signed the student and program coordinator, the application can be mailed to the ARRT at anytime.

• Application fee for the ARRT Registry examination is $200.

• Application processing takes approximately 2 weeks.

• Once process the applicant will be sent a letter from the ARRT instructing them on how and when to schedule their examination.

• Applying for a Kentucky State Radiographer’s License • Approximately 2-3 prior to graduation students are given applications to apply for a state license from the Kentucky Board of

Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy.

• Requires a Background Check by the Kentucky State Police; fee is $20.

• The licensing application fee is $60.

RADIOGRAPHYThe Fifth and Final Semester

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• After completing the competency based education curriculum, a qualified student is eligible to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification examination.

• A prospective radiography student is advised that the ARRT examination board may not accept a student’s application if there has been a conviction of a felony or major misdemeanor, including drug possession, assault, DUIs and/or public intoxication.

• Students who have been convicted of, or pled guilty to, or plead no lo contendere to a crime, SHOULD request a pre-application review of the violation in order to obtain a ruling on the impact of their eligibility for examination.

• A special pre-application review form may be requested from the ARRT office.• For more information, please contact:

The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists1255 Northland Dr. St. Paul, Minnesota 55120-1155Phone (651) 687-0048 or online at www.arrt.org

RADIOGRAPHYImportant Notice ARRT Certification

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Somerset Community College has an articulation agreement with Morehead State University to accept the radiography program’s graduates with senior academic status if the following criteria have been met by the graduate:

•Graduate of the radiography program with an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree.•Completion of the KCTCS Associate in Arts/Block transfer (nine additional classes beyond the AAS degree in Radiography).•Must pass the ARRT registry examination prior to enrollment.

RADIOGRAPHYArticulation Agreement with Morehead State University

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Morehead State University offers the transfer student the following options regarding completion of a bachelors degree:

•Computed Tomography & Magnetic Resonance (selective admission)•Diagnostic Medical Sonography (selective admission)•On-line Bachelor’s degree in Medical Imaging Sciences-Leadership

RADIOGRAPHYArticulation Agreement with Morehead State University

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• The transfer of general education courses from other higher-education institutions to Somerset Community College is handled by the college’s Registrar.

• Post registry radiographers seeking completion of an AAS degree receive 48 credit hours for being ARRT registered; needing only to complete the general education requirement as well as the college’s requirements for graduation.

• Currently enrolled radiography students at other intuitions requesting to transfer to Somerset Community College’s Radiography Program will be judged on an individual basis. Please contact the program director for more information.

RADIOGRAPHYTransfer of Credit

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• Do I need to submit my high school transcript with the program application? • No, we do not need a copy of your high school transcript for application to the

program, unless that is your only source for your ACT scores. • Do I need to submit official transcripts or official ACT scores with my application

to the program? • No, we do not require official transcripts or ACT as part of the program

applications. Students may print a copy of their transcripts themselves through their PeopleSoft account when applying to the program. If students are not able to self-print a copy of their transcript for some reason, submit a request to admissions for an advising transcript. Advising transcripts are not official and do not require payment. Submitted ACT scores for program application may be copied from PeopleSoft by students as well.

• How many students are admitted to the program?• The entire program capacity is 24, therefore, we typically admit 12 each year.

RADIOGRAPHYFrequently Asked Questions

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• Are clinical rotations ever scheduled for evenings, weekends or holiday?• No, all clinical schedules fall within the timeframe of what the JCRERT defines as “normal

business hours” which are 5:00 am – 7 pm. Our clinical rotations are scheduled from 8:00-4:30 or 8:00-6:30.

• How many clinical sites will I attend? • A student will attend 2-4 different clinical sites throughout the program according to

assigned schedules. Students are not guaranteed clinical assignments closest to their home, since some sites can only accommodate one student at a time.

• Do I have to complete all the General Education courses before I apply to the program? • No, the only two classes which must be complete before entering into the program are

College Algebra (MAT 150 ) and Anatomy & Physiology I (BIO 137). However, more points are earned for each completed general education course as outlined on the Admission Points System on slide 21.

•When will I know if I am selected for the program? •Typically by June 1st applicants will receive one of three letters: a letter of acceptance, non-acceptance, or alternate status.

RADIOGRAPHYFrequently Asked Questions (cont.)

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Somerset Community College is accredited by:The Southern Association of College and Schools (SACS)1866 Southern LaneDecatur, GA 30033(404) 679-4500www.sacs.org

The Radiography Program is accredited by:The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 28850Chicago, IL 60606(312) 704-5300www.jrcert.org

RADIOGRAPHYAccreditation

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Mr. Doyle Decker, Program Coordinator Harold Rogers Student Commons, Office 216 (606) 451-6774 [email protected]

Ms. Tanya Cowan, Health Division Administrative AssistantBlakley Academic and Technical Building, Office 301(606) 451-6764 [email protected]

Ms. Kathy Howard, Health Division Administrative AssistantBuilding 3 Laurel Campus North, Office 214(606) 878-4831 [email protected]

RADIOGRAPHYProgram Contact Information