College of Applied and Technical Studies
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About This Program

The Radiologic Technology associate degree at Kent State provides students with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed for a career in radiologic technology. With a combination of classroom instruction and clinical experience, students will be well-prepared to work in a variety of healthcare settings. Read more...

Contact Information

• Academic Program Director: Tammy McClish, M.Ed., R.T. (R)(M)(QM)(BD)(ARRT) (Ashtabula Campus) | tmcclis1@kent.edu | 440-964-4321
  Interim Program Director: Kelly Dragomir (Salem Campus) | kadragom@kent.edu |
  330-337-4223
  Administrative Clerk: Theresa Hootman (Allied Health Programs | Ashtabula Campus) | thootma1@kent.edu | 440-964-4252
  Program Coordinator: Sherry DeWitt (Salem Campus) | sdewitt@kent.edu | 330-337-4227
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Program Delivery

• Delivery:
  • In person
• Location:
  • Ashtabula Campus
  • Salem Campus

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries*

Accreditation 

The A.A.S. degree in Radiologic Technology is nationally accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).

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Admission Requirements

The university affirmatively strives to provide educational opportunities and access to students with varied backgrounds, those with special talents and adult students who graduated from high school three or more years ago.

Kent State campuses at Ashtabula, East Liverpool, Geauga, Salem, Stark, Trumbull and Tuscarawas, and the Twinsburg Academic Center, have open enrollment admission for students who hold a high school diploma, GED or equivalent.

For more information on admissions, contact the Regional Campuses admissions offices.

Program Requirements

Major Requirements

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Students who have completed BSCI 21010 and BSCI 21020 (or ATTR 25057 and ATTR 25058, or EXSC 25057 and EXSC 25058) may use these courses in place of BSCI 11010 and BSCI 11020, but the courses must have been completed within the past five years prior to admission to the program.

Progression Requirements

To be able to register for Radiologic Technology (RADT) courses, students must be admitted to technical study. Admission is selective due to the limited number of students approved for each clinical education setting. Admission criteria are the following:

• Minimum 2.75 high school GPA (minimum 2.75 overall GPA for applicants previously or currently attending a college)
• Completion of high school or college-level algebra course (or MATH 00022) with minimum C grade
• Completion of high school or college-level biology course with minimum C grade
• Completion of high school or college-level chemistry course with minimum C grade
• Minimum four hours of job shadowing (eight hours preferred)
• Submission of a Radiologic Technology application
• Interview

Graduation Requirements

• A minimum C grade is required in most courses; view the program requirements to see specific courses.

Roadmap

This roadmap is a recommended semester-by-semester plan of study for this major. However, courses designated as critical (!) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation.

University Requirements

All students in an applied or technical associate degree program at Kent State University must complete the following university requirements for graduation.

NOTE: University requirements may be fulfilled in this program by specific course requirements, please see Program Requirements for details.

Kent Core Requirements

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

1. Utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills effectively in the practice of radiologic technology.
2. Communicate effectively in oral and written form with patients' families and members of the health care team.
3. Perform radiographic procedures successfully and consistently with entry-level requirements of a registered radiologic technologist.
4. Determine the value of professional growth and development and to conduct themselves in a professional manner.

Full Description

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Radiologic Technology educates students on how to perform diagnostic imaging procedures. Medical imaging is a branch of health care delivery that utilizes x-rays and other energy forms to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions. Through a blend of classroom education at the university and clinical education at a hospital or outpatient centers, students learn anatomy, patient positioning, examination techniques, radiation safety, basic patient care and imaging equipment operation.

Graduates are eligible to take the certification examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) to become registered radiologic technologists.

Professional Licensure Disclosure

This program is designed to prepare students to sit for applicable licensure or certification in Ohio. If you plan to pursue licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please review state educational requirements for licensure or certification and contact information for state licensing boards at Kent State's website for professional licensure disclosure.