Mission Statement:
The mission of the Radiologic Technology Program is founded on the mission of the College in that the Radiologic Technology Program combines career preparation with a liberal arts education. While student learning is a priority, the curriculum also fosters responsible citizenship.
The Radiologic Technology Program provides the community with caring, compassionate, and skilled professionals. Upon graduation from Harcum, the technologist will be proficient in imaging the human body to assure the correct diagnosis and treatment of the patient.
About The Program
Radiologic Technologists, or radiographers, are integral parts of the health care team. They use their knowledge of anatomy, physiology, positioning, and radiation technique to obtain high quality diagnostic images of the human body. They employ the dexterity developed during training to complete examinations safely and quickly. They work with some of the most sophisticated technologically advanced equipment presently available and, at the same time, they enjoy the rewards of the close patient contact. Radiographers are certified through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Radiologic Technology is a personally rewarding, well-respected profession with great potential for growth. Hospitals and imaging centers employ the majority of radiographers, but there are many other settings in which they work. Radiographers may pursue advanced education and pursue employment in management, education, research or sales. They may also pursue continuing education in areas of Nuclear Medicine and Ultrasound. Or they may cross-train and work in the highly-specialized areas such as angiography, computerized tomography, or magnetic resonance imaging.
Examination
After the successful completion of the course in radiography, graduates are awarded an Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology. Graduates are then eligible to take the national examination in radiography, which is administered by ARRT. Students who successfully pass the examination are credentialed by ARRT, which enables them to use the title "Registered Technologist" or RT (R).
Upon the completion of the program, it is the responsibility of the student/graduate to obtain, complete, and submit the application for the ARRT.
Clinical Work
Students in the Radiologic Technology program receive extensive hands-on experience in their clinical education throughout the program. Harcum College has Radiologic Technology clinical affiliations with all Main Line Health Hospitals & Outpatient Imaging Centers, as well as Chester County Hospital.
Submitting Your Application
All applicants to Harcum College should submit the following:
- A completed Harcum College application form
- Official high school transcript and/or official GED transcript
- Official college transcripts, if applicable
- A writing sample or personal essay
- Optional letter(s) of recommendation from an employer, teacher, or guidance counselor
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) scores for all students for whom English is a second language
- An interview is required for those applying to the Radiologic Technology program
- Job shadowing experience: All applicants are required to shadow a Radiologic Technologist for 6-8 hours in a hospital or imaging center and submit this form for verification.
All application materials for the Radiologic Technology program are due to the Office of Admissions by February 15th.
Technical Standards
Course Sequence
Summer II
| AHS 102 | Medical Terminology | 3 cr. | | RAD 101 | Patient Care | 3 cr. |  | 6 cr. | | | |
Fall I
| *BIO 103 |
Anatomy and Physiology w/lab |
4 cr. |
| RAD 102 |
Radiographic Procedures w/lab |
4 cr. |
| RAD 103 |
Radiographic Exposures I |
3 cr. |
| MTH 113 |
College Mathmatics |
3 cr. |
| RAD 104 |
Clinical Education I |
2 cr. |
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16 cr.
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Spring I
Summer I
| ENG 101 |
English Comp I |
3 cr.
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Summer II
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| RAD 201 |
Radiographic Procedures III (no lab) |
3 cr. |
| RAD 108 |
Clinical Education III |
3 cr.
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| ENG 101 |
English Comp I (if not complete yet) |
3 cr. |
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9 cr.
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Fall II
| RAD 205 |
Radiographic Procedures IV w/lab |
3 cr. |
| RAD 202 |
Radiation Protection and Biology |
3 cr. |
| ENG 102 |
English Comp II |
3 cr. |
| RAD 203 |
Radiographic Pathology |
2 cr. |
| RAD 204 |
Clinical Education IV |
3 cr. |
| RAD 200 |
Digital Radiography & PACS |
1 cr. |
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15 cr.
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Spring II
| RAD 208 |
Radiographic Procedures V w/lab |
3 cr. |
| HUM |
Healthcare Law and Ethics |
3 cr. |
| PSY 111 |
Introduction to Psychology |
3 cr. |
| RAD 209 |
Registry Review |
3 cr. |
| RAD 207 |
Clinical Education V |
3 cr. |
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15 cr.
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Total number of credits = 77
*both courses must be completed at the same college or university
Accreditation
Nationally accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). For more information visit their website.
For More Information...
Contact:
V. Beth Gibbs,
MSM RT (R)(CT)
Program Director for Radiologic Technology
610-526-6130
bgibbs@harcum.edu
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