Degrees and Requirements

Radiologic Technology

The radiologic technologist, or radiographer, performs sophisticated diagnostic x-ray tests to uncover a wide range of medical conditions. Students successfully completing this program are awarded an Associate of Science degree and are then eligible to sit for the national certification examination given by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

The radiologic technology program consists of a total of 67 required credits. Basic science and Core Curriculum courses (totaling 39 credits) and the radiologic technology and clinical training (totaling 28 credits).

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La Roche University Radiography Program Mission Statement:

The La Roche University Department of Radiography Program is committed to educating competent radiologic technologists who have a deep respect for human dignity and strive for academic excellence.  The University promotes lifelong learning while empowering peace that reflects the core values of inclusiveness, integrity, determination and compassion.  We aim to develop professionals who serve with kindness, lead with humility and contribute to the health and well-being of their communities of interest to provide safe and effective medical imaging.

Fundamental Program Goals:
Upon completion of the program, the student will demonstrate:

• Clinical Competency
  • The student will apply technical skills regarding positioning patients
  • The student will identify proper selection of exposure factors
  • The student will utilize radiation protection measures on themselves and their patients
• Critical Thinking Skills
  • The student will adjust to non-routine patients and situations when performing examinations
  • The students will demonstrate proficiency when critiquing image quality
• Professionalism
  • The student will summarize the importance of continuing professional development
  • The student will explain the value of life-long learning
• Communication Skills
  • The student will demonstrate oral communication skills
  • The student will demonstrate written communication skills

Admissions Criteria and Guidelines:

• Must be 18 years of age by September 1st of the first fall semester

• High school graduate or general equivalency diploma

• Minimum GPA of 2.5 in high school of 12 credits from post-secondary institution

• Algebra II and Biology (high school or post-secondary) with a minimum grade of C

• Ability to physically perform the duties of a radiologic technologist regarding the Radiography Technical Standards Form

• Satisfactory results of screening for illegal drug use, Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance, Act 34 Criminal Background Check and Act 73 FBI Fingerprint Clearance**

Admission Guidelines:

• Thirty students are accepted to the radiography program each year. 
• Interested candidates can apply to the radiography program by completing a La Roche University admission application. 
• Technical Standards testing ensures that applicants have the ability to perform the basic physical tasks required for the profession of Radiologic Technology

** Drug screenings and background checks are conducted by La Roche University at summer orientation before the first fall semester. Students who test positive for illegal drugs or refuse to grant permission for the criminal background check will forfeit their position in the radiography program and will lose their deposit.

 

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Courses

The required course work consists of:

Summary of Requirements

Academic Core Curriculum: 18 credits including two Breadth of Knowledge courses

• ENGL1011

  ENGL1011
  

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• ENGL1012

  ENGL1012
  

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  ENGL1011

• ISTC1010

  ISTC1010
  

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• PSYC1021

  PSYC1021
  

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Health Sciences Radiologic Technology Courses: 28 credits

• HSCU2001

  HSCU2001
  

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  Radiologic Tech Students Only

• HSCU2002

  HSCU2002
  

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  PREREQUISITES:

  Radiologic Tech Students Only

• HSCU2003

  HSCU2003
  

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  PREREQUISITES:

  Radiologic Tech Students Only

• HSCU2004

  HSCU2004
  

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  PREREQUISITES:

  Radiologic Tech Students Only

• HSCU2005

  HSCU2005
  

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  PREREQUISITES:

  Radiologic Tech Students Only

• HSCU2006

  HSCU2006
  

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  PREREQUISITES:

  Radiologic Tech Students Only

• HSCU2007

  HSCU2007
  

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  PREREQUISITES:

  Radiologic Tech Students Only

• HSCU2008

  HSCU2008
  

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  PREREQUISITES:

  Radiologic Tech Students Only

• HSCU2009

  HSCU2009
  

  Credits (Min/Max): /

  PREREQUISITES:

  Radiologic Tech Students Only

• HSCU2010

  HSCU2010
  

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  PREREQUISITES:

  Radiologic Tech Students Only

• HSCU2011

  HSCU2011
  

  Credits (Min/Max): /

  PREREQUISITES:

  Radiologic Tech Students Only

• HSCU2012

  HSCU2012
  

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• HSCU2013

  HSCU2013
  

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Natural Science & Mathematics: 21 credits

• BIOL1001

  BIOL1001
  

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• BIOL1023

  BIOL1023
  

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  Concurrent: BIOL1023L

• BIOL1023L

  BIOL1023L
  

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• BIOL1024

  BIOL1024
  

  Credits (Min/Max): /

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  BIOL1023 & Concurrent: BIOL1024L

• BIOL1024L

  BIOL1024L
  

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• HSCU1020

  HSCU1020
  

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• MATH1010

  MATH1010
  

  Credits (Min/Max): /

  PREREQUISITES:

  MATH0015 or Exam M015

• PHYS1010

  PHYS1010
  

  Credits (Min/Max): /

  PREREQUISITES:

  MATH1010 Coreq: PHYS1010L

• PHYS1010L

  PHYS1010L
  

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