Program Summary

What Is The Radiography Program?

Selective Admission

The Radiography program utilizes a selective admission process. Applications for admission into the program must be submitted by March 1 of the year a student plans to attend. A new class begins with the Fall semester of each year. The program consists of five consecutive semesters, with completion occurring in May two years following entrance into the program. Students enrolled in the Radiography program must achieve a minimum grade of “C” in each Radiography course.

Applications must be submitted by March 1 of the year a student plans to attend. A new class begins with the Fall semester of each year. Please contact Joy Menser, Program Director at 686-4633 for more information.

General Information

The Radiography program prepares the individual to become a radiographer. The radiographer is prepared to administer ionizing radiation for medical diagnostic imaging purposes (x-rays). Emphasis is on radiation protection and quality patient care. The curriculum is comprised of special courses in radiography, along with concentrated study in the basic sciences, mathematics, and general education.

Upon successful completion of the program, students receive an Associate in Applied Science degree from Owensboro Community and Technical College and will be eligible to take the exam required by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (A.R.R.T.) to become a registered radiologic technologist [R.T.(R)] if YOU HAVE BEEN CONVICTED OF A FELONY CRIME YOU NEED TO SUBMIT PRE-APPLICATION TO THE ARRT TO SEE IF YOU ARE ELIGIBLE TO SET FOR THE AMERICAN REGISTRY OF RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST. Radiographers may find positions in hospitals, health clinics, and physicians’ offices. Research laboratories and some industrial firms may also employ radiographers.

KCTCS has an articulation agreement with all Kentucky state public four year universities for students who are interested in obtaining a bachelor's degree.

Admission Requirements to the Radiography Program

Radiography Program

3.10.1 System Guidelines

Enrollment in the radiography program may be restricted due to limited laboratory facilities or faculty and financial resources.

Technical Standards

Radiography involves the provision of direct care for individuals and is characterized by the application of verified knowledge in the skillful performance of radiological technical functions. Therefore, all applicants should possess:

1. sufficient visual acuity, such as is needed in the accurate preparation and administration of contrast media and for the observation necessary for patient assessment and nursing care;

2. 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.;

3. 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;

4. 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

5. sufficient intellectual and emotional functions to plan and implement care for individuals.

Each applicant must submit the following by March 1 in order to be considered by the committee:

1. Completed application for admission to the college;

2. Transcripts of all postsecondary education or training;

3. ACT or Compass score reports;

Possible Additional Requirements

1. An individual college may require at least a four hour observation/work experience in a Radiology Department with documentation returned to the college; and

2. An individual college may require an interview or pre-admission conference prior to consideration for admission to the radiography program.

Preference may be given to

1. Applicants with an ACT composite score of 20 or above; or COMPASS scores in Math (Algebra) of 48 or above, in Reading of 81 or above, and in Writing 70 or above;

2. Applicants who have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better (4 point scale) in 10 hours or more of college credit applicable to the radiography program;

3. Applicants who have completed the biological and physical sciences and mathematics courses listed in the radiography curriculum with a grade of “C” or better.

Retention and Progress in the Program

A student who withdraws from or earns less than a grade of “C” in any course with the Radiography program prefix will be dropped from the Radiography program.

if an individual fails the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT certification exam four (4) times, he or she

must repeat the radiography courses of the curriculum.

Coursework & Procedures Required PRIOR to Entering Program

The following must be completed prior to entering the first radiography course:

• BIO 137 (Formally BSL 110) Human Anatomy & Physiology I
• BIO 139 (Formally BSL 111) Human Anatomy & Physiology II
• MT 150 College Algebra ( Formally MA 109)
• Receive the Hepatitis B vaccination, be in the process of receiving the Hepatitis B vaccine series, or sign a declination form if he/she chooses not to receive the vaccination
• CPR certification for HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS must be obtained and kept current throughout the program (available at the HealthPark or the American Red Cross). Do not worry about this until you have been accepted into the program.
• Admission to the Radiography program

Additional coursework is recommended prior to entering the program (see below).

For More Information Contact:
Joy Menser - joy.menser@kctcs.edu
Radiography Program
(270) 686-4633