Radiography - Lancaster General College of Nursing & Health Sciences

Radiography from Lancaster General College of Nursing & Health Sciences is a Campus Associate Radiology degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. About Radiography Radiographers perform a variety of radiographic (x-ray) examinations on virtually every organ or body region utilizing radiographic equipment, films, cassettes, film processors and computers. The radiographer comes in contact with patients of all ages and various levels of health ranging from the patient requiring a routine check-up to the severely injured trauma patient. The radiographer must meet the healthcare needs of the patient while providing them with excellent service to meet the physician's diagnostic needs. Radiographers also have the opportunity to expand their careers through additional education and clinical experience in subspecialty areas such as nuclear medicine, diagnostic medical sonography, angiography, mammography, radiation therapy, computerized axial tomography and magnetic resonance imaging. The radiographer is an integral part of the healthcare team utilizing skills, talents and education to meet the patient's needs in an efficient and professional manner. Program Description The Radiography Program is designed to educate students in the science of radiography. It is an academic and clinical curriculum encompassing full- or part-time study. Students are instructed in the classroom and at multiple clinical facilities. Upon completion of the program, graduates are awarded an associate in applied science degree and are eligible to take the radiography registry examination. Mission The Radiography program provides the community with educated, registry-eligible, professionally competent, entry-level radiographers . The program provides the student with didactic learning activities in general studies and radiographic studies, as well as clinical learning and application experiences validated by clinical competency processes and standards. Educational Outcomes Upon completion of the curriculum, the graduates will: Function as competent entry-level professionals that meet the healthcare needs of the community. Exhibit respect and empathy to each individual within a diverse population when in the clinical setting. Demonstrate a commitment to professional ethics, attitudes and behaviors and to continuing professional development. Apply theoretical knowledge and critical thinking to professional practice. View more details on Lancaster General College of Nursing & Health Sciences . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Radiology courses.