Radiologic Technology - Saint Louis Community College - Forest Park

Radiologic Technology from Saint Louis Community College - Forest Park is a Campus Associate Radiology degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Associate in Applied Science Degree in Radiologic Technology program prepares students for entry-level positions as radiographers (X-ray technologists). Students must attend full-time and satisfy both the didactic and clinical components to successfully complete the program. Students learn to use complex X-ray and image processing equipment designed to record images which aid radiologists in diagnosing various health problems. Persons interested in this program should be comfortable working with and caring for people from diverse backgrounds. They should be able to meet the academic and physical demands of the program that requires a commitment of time, effort and motivation. Student are required to complete a health history, immunization record, physical exam, technical standards acknowledgement form, drug and criminal background check prior to the first day of class. Graduates are eligible to sit for the national certification examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ART). Employment is available in hospital radiology departments, clinics, imaging centers, outpatient surgery centers and physician offices. Mission The mission of the Radiologic Technology Program conducted at St. Louis Community College is to graduate students with the entry-level employment skills, critical thinking, and problem solving skills required of radiologic technologists. Program Goals Fulfillment of the program?s mission is assessed by the degree to which the program achieves the following goals: Provides an educational environment that promotes student success. Assist students in developing the knowledge, practical skills and competency necessary for entry level radiographers. Assist students in developing effective communication, critical thinking and problem- solving skills. Produce graduates who are able to meet the needs of the medical imaging community. View more details on Saint Louis Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Radiology courses.