{"id":359,"date":"2022-05-31T10:04:07","date_gmt":"2022-05-31T14:04:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/test-www.middlesexcc.edu\/academics\/?page_id=359"},"modified":"2025-03-13T12:23:06","modified_gmt":"2025-03-13T16:23:06","slug":"radiography-education","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/middlesexcollege.edu\/academics\/health-professions\/radiography-education\/","title":{"rendered":"Radiography"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Graduates can pursue diverse opportunities, from working alongside doctors to joining innovative medical equipment companies that develop the latest imaging technology. Beyond diagnostic radiography, graduates can advance their careers by specializing in advanced imaging modalities such as CT scanning, MRI, mammography, cardiovascular, and interventional radiology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through comprehensive didactic coursework, hands-on laboratory practice, and externships at clinical affiliates, the Radiography Program prepares students to become entry-level radiographers. Upon completion, students are eligible for both the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) national certification exam and New Jersey state licensure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note: Admission to the program is limited.<\/strong> The College does not have space in this program for all people who apply, therefore a selective admission process is administered based on cumulative GPA, laboratory science grades, and standardized Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) scores.<\/p>\n\n\n\r\n<div class=\"accordion accordion--secondary accordion--secondary-size1 js-accordion\">\r\n  <div class=\"accordion__section\">\r\n    <a href=\"#\" class=\"accordion__head\">\r\n      <h3 class=\"h4 mb-0\">Program Mission<\/h3>\r\n      <span class=\"accordion__arrow\">\r\n        <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M224 416c-8.188 0-16.38-3.125-22.62-9.375l-192-192c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0L224 338.8l169.4-169.4c12.5-12.5 32.75-12.5 45.25 0s12.5 32.75 0 45.25l-192 192C240.4 412.9 232.2 416 224 416z\"\/><\/svg>\r\n      <\/span>\r\n    <\/a>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"accordion__body\">\r\n      <p><p>In support of the mission and values of the College, the Radiography Program aims to fulfill the community\u2019s medical imaging needs by preparing students to become proficient entry-level radiographers. Through a comprehensive sequence of classroom instruction, laboratory practice, and clinical experience, students develop into professional and competent radiographers dedicated to quality patient care and professional growth.<\/p>\n<\/p>\r\n    <\/div><!-- \/.accordion__body -->\r\n  <\/div><!-- \/.accordion__section -->\r\n<\/div><!-- \/.accordion js-accordion -->\n\n\r\n<div class=\"accordion accordion--secondary accordion--secondary-size1 js-accordion\">\r\n  <div class=\"accordion__section\">\r\n    <a href=\"#\" class=\"accordion__head\">\r\n      <h3 class=\"h4 mb-0\">Program Goals and Student Learning Outcomes<\/h3>\r\n      <span class=\"accordion__arrow\">\r\n        <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M224 416c-8.188 0-16.38-3.125-22.62-9.375l-192-192c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0L224 338.8l169.4-169.4c12.5-12.5 32.75-12.5 45.25 0s12.5 32.75 0 45.25l-192 192C240.4 412.9 232.2 416 224 416z\"\/><\/svg>\r\n      <\/span>\r\n    <\/a>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"accordion__body\">\r\n      <p><p><strong>Goal #1: Students will demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to be a clinically competent entry-level radiographer.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Students will demonstrate positioning skills.<\/li>\n<li>Students will provide basic patient care.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Goal #2: Students will develop the ability to problem-solve and think critically.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Students will analyze radiographic images for diagnostic quality.<\/li>\n<li>Students will adapt standard procedures for non-routine patients.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Goal #3: Students will demonstrate effective communication skills.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Students will demonstrate oral communication skills.<\/li>\n<li>Students will demonstrate written communication skills.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/p>\r\n    <\/div><!-- \/.accordion__body -->\r\n  <\/div><!-- \/.accordion__section -->\r\n<\/div><!-- \/.accordion js-accordion -->\n\n\n<div style=\"height:1rem\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn btn--size-3\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"\/academics\/academics\/program-effectiveness-data\/\">Program Effectiveness Data<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn btn--size-3\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"\/academics\/health-professions\/radiography-education\/curriculum-sequence\/\">Curriculum Sequence<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn btn--size-3\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"\/academics\/health-professions\/radiography-education\/clinical-obligations\/\">Clinicial Obligations<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\">\r\n  <div class=\"wp-block-button btn btn--size-3\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.course-catalog.com\/mcc\/C\/2024-2025\/degree\/98\">Course Requirements<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-c07eda73 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn btn--size-3\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/middlesexcc.lightcastcc.com\/programs\/radiography-aas-degree\/185536?radius=&amp;region=20%20Mile%20Radius%20Around%20MCC\">Explore Careers and Salaries<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prerequisites<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Algebra 1 is a pre-requisite for all majors. Algebra 1 competency may be verified with a passing score on the College\u2019s placement test of completion of the appropriate course. Performance on the College\u2019s placement test will determine the need for developmental coursework. All developmental coursework must be completed before they will be considered for admission to the program.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.75. High school GPA will be used if the student has less than 12 college credits at the time of application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students must have a \u201cC\u201d or better in high school laboratory biology or an equivalent college course and students must also have a \u201cC\u201d or better in either laboratory chemistry or laboratory physics or an equivalent college course. For admission to the Radiology program your grade in laboratory physics may be substituted for laboratory chemistry however, laboratory chemistry remains a prerequisite for admission into the program.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity color-primary-1 is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Accreditation Status<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Middlesex College Radiography Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850<br>Chicago, IL 60606-3182.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Phone: 312.704.5300<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email: <a href=\"mailto:mail@jrcert.org\">mail@jrcert.org<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The program\u2019s current award is 8 years. General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jrcert.org\/programs\/middlesex-college\">jrcert.org (Middlesex College &#8211; Radiography)<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Radiography Program opens doors to a thriving career in healthcare. 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