Radiologic Technology XRA, CT, MRI

Students ARRT certified in Radiologic Technology may continue on for certificates in Computed Tomography (CT) and/or Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). Click the links to learn more.

 

What you’ll do:

Take diagnostic images on patients of all ages using an energized X-ray lab and local medical facilities. Work in a fast-paced environment using the latest in digital technology. Receive one-on-one training at area medical facilities as you prepare for the national RT certification exam. Excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to multitask and/or critically think in stressful situations are needed. This program is very competitive, so courses in anatomy and physiology, physics, and math are helpful.

 

Where you’ll go: 

After graduation, work in trauma centers, acute care hospitals, and outpatient clinics, or get advanced certification in CT, MRI, Ultrasound, Radiation Therapy, and Nuclear Medicine. Our well-trained graduates often find jobs locally. 

Program mission, goals, and learning outcomes:

These guidelines have been prepared to assist you in successfully completing the Radiologic Technology degree program offered at Parkland College. It is essential that you understand these policies and program standards. 

The mission of the program is to graduate students with entry-level employment skills to perform quality radiographic examinations with minimal exposure to patients and personnel, including effective communication skills and respect for patients' dignity.

The fundamental program goals and learning outcomes are listed below:

• Students will be clinically competent. 

o Students will master entry-level skills in positioning, technique selection and radiation protection. 

• Students will demonstrate communication skills. 

    o Students will utilize effective communication skills, both oral and written, with patients and staff. 

• Students will develop critical thinking skills. 

    o Students will adapt standard procedures for non-routine patients to obtain high quality radiographic images. 

• Students will be active life-long learners. 

    o Students will participate in activities that promote professional growth and life-long learning. 

• Students will model professionalism. 

    o Students will demonstrate professional behavior that exemplifies professionalism in healthcare.


Program Completion Rate

2024: 100% program completion

16 admitted: 16 graduated

ARRT Pass Rate 5-Year Average (2020-2024)  91%

Benchmark 75% first attempt within 6 months of graduation

2024: 88% pass rate - 14 of 16 graduates  *2 grads did not pass on 1st attempt

2023: 67% pass rate - 8 of 13 graduates  *5 grads did not pass on 1st attempt

2022: 77% pass rate - 10 of 13 graduates  *3 grads did not pass on 1st attempt

2021: 73% pass rate - 11 of 11 graduates  *3 grads did not pass on 1st attempt

2020: 83% pass rate - 10 of 12 graduates  *2 grads did not pass on 1st attempt  **1 grad did not take the exam

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Job Placement 5-Year Average (2020-2024) - 100%

Benchmark 75% within 12 months of graduation

2024: 16 graduates; 16 employed

2023: 13 graduates; 13 employed

2022: 13 graduates; 13 employed

2021: 11 graduates; 11 employed

2020: 12 graduates; 12 employed

Click to review Program Goals and Effectiveness

 

Accreditation: 

The Parkland College Radiography program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
312/704-5300
Email: mail@jrcert.org

The program's current accreditation award is 8 years. General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found here https://www.jrcert.org/programs/parkland-college/

 

Articulation Agreement - Baccalaureate Degree:

Eastern Illinois University - www.eiu.edu